Scientists are uncovering a surprising way to influence bacteria—not by killing them, but by changing how they communicate.

Hand sanitizer can be especially convenient for killing germs when you’re on the go or traveling. But while many hand sanitizers claim to kill 99.9% of germs, they’re not effective against everything ...

Bad news: Your toothbrush is probably way germier than you know. Millions of bacteria can collect on the bristles, and those germs can live for up to a few weeks. Dental guidance suggests replacing ...

Researchers in Finland have found evidence that the plaque found in our arteries can contain bacteria that could set off a heart attack under the right circumstances. Reading time: Reading time 3 ...

An undated image of Legionella pneumophila bacteria. Image: Centers for Disease Control (AP) The facilities surrounding a beach can expose us to dangerous germs too, such as Legionella bacteria. A ...