Unlike other forms of bacteria, Listeria has no telltale signs, making it especially insidious. Here are some foods to be ...

Starving bacteria (cyan) use a microscopic harpoon—called the Type VI secretion system—to stab and kill neighboring cells (magenta). The prey burst, turning spherical and leaking nutrients, which the ...

Antibiotics are a powerful tool in fighting bacterial infections like strep throat, whooping cough or a urinary tract infection. But they can leave the patient with nausea, diarrhea or an upset ...

Fermented foods can improve digestion, strengthen the immune system and reduce inflammation. Evidence also suggests that ...