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Antibiotics have been the workhorses of modern medicine, but their success has fueled a dangerous rise in drug-resistant ...

All the kids out there looking to quit the school band may now have the excuse they've been looking for. Playing a used musical instrument, it turns out, may be harmful to your health. A study ...

Pigeon droppings harbor dangerous fungi and bacteria, posing a serious lung health risk. Inhaling dried feces can lead to ...

Long nails have become a defining fashion statement. They’re bold and glamorous, but beneath them lie bacteria and fungi that could harm your health. According to Jeffrey Kaplan, a biology professor ...