A group of 38 leading experts in fields ranging from synthetic biology to the existence of life beyond Earth has come ...

The ambient air on planes and in hospitals mostly contains harmless microbes typically associated with human skin, ...

The holidays bring family and fun — but also a higher risk of illness. A pediatrician shares simple tips to stay healthy, ...

WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) — On Tuesday, the Centers for Disease Control announced an outbreak of E.Coli linked to the McDonald’s Quarter Pounder. So far, one case has been reported in Kansas, and at least ...

BOSTON - If you're afraid to touch a toilet seat, perhaps you should be even more afraid of your keyboard. Our fingers and hands become contaminated with all kinds of germs throughout the day, and ...

The Fourth of July holiday can often be a great opportunity to visit the seaside for a sandy getaway. But local governments across the U.S. have issued warnings and closures to stay away from certain ...

Jack Beresford is a Newsweek Senior Internet Culture & Trends Reporter, based in London, UK. His focus is reporting on trending topics on the Internet, he covers viral stories from around the world on ...

As temperatures continue to swelter and people flock to the Gulf Coast to enjoy its warm, salty waters, health officials are warning swimmers about a "flesh-eating" bacteria that has killed at least ...

Texans and other visitors looking to enjoy oceanside views may not be aware that bacteria could ruin their trip to the beach. Swimming at beaches along the Texas Gulf Coast is not recommended when ...

Holly has a degree in Medical Biochemistry from the University of Leicester. Her scientific interests include genomics, personalized medicine, and bioethics.View full profile Holly has a degree in ...