Is it true that shopping carts are covered in an unusual amount of germs? With Black Friday — one of the biggest shopping days of the year — upon us, keep in mind that, yes, shopping carts, ...

A recent study published in the journal Frontiers in Microbiology found that certain places on the body are “hot spots” for germs and unhealthy bacteria. Scientists at George Washington University in ...

A friend of mine recently lost her security deposit at the holiday home she and her fellow hens were renting for a weekend. Why? Well, she dropped a microwaveable lasagne into the hot tub. Could ...

Have you ever wondered why most disinfectants indicate they kill 99.9% or 99.99% of germs, but never promise to wipe out all of them? Perhaps the thought has crossed your mind mid-way through cleaning ...

Scientists have released new images showing, in incredible detail, antibiotics defeating disease-causing bacteria by piercing the microbes' membranes and infiltrating their innards. The antibiotics, ...

Think of all the things that happen in your kitchen sink. It’s where you wash your hands, scrub dishes, rinse fruits and vegetables, and drain packages of raw meat. You might also use it to clean ...

A bout with a cold or the flu can really take you down. To stay healthy, you need to avoid nasty bugs. But that’s not always easy. Germs are everywhere, and there are plenty of ideas about how to get ...

The interiors of our cars can harbor a multitude of bacteria, often in areas we overlook when cleaning. Here's a rundown of the areas to keep in mind to maintain a healthy cabin. Often considered a ...

Two billboards made from live bacteria have been mounted in an abandoned storefront window in downtown Toronto. Scientists created the advertisements to promote the film "Contagion," starring Matt ...