Suffolk County health officials have closed a Long Island beach for bathing due to excessive bacterial contamination.

There have been a lot of scary headlines leaving the impression that it might soon be killing tourists. Here's what we actually know about the bacteria. Contrary to reports blaming the Gulf of ...

Researchers are unlocking the mystery of how bacteria harness viruses to wipe out the competition. The answers could help spur the development of alternatives to antibiotics. Bacteriophages ...

One such bacteria is Streptococcus Group A ... While the more common form of strep throat and minor skin infections are “less scary,” Osowicki warned of the dangers of overlooking the more ...

Put down that needle! A certain brand of tattoo ink has been recalled due to potential bacterial contamination. On May 7, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a recall warning consumers ...

The accompanying post warned that "they absorb bacteria, oils, and food particles deep into the wood – even with regular washing." So, what’s the truth? The science of wooden spoons Wood is a ...