The recent unearthing of bacteria capable of surviving in nuclear waste is a groundbreaking development with the potential to ...

Bacteria normally found in the mouth could play a direct role in triggering a heart attack, a new study has found.

Hidden oral bacteria may take refuge in artery walls, forming biofilms that evade detection and could help trigger heart ...

A new study by Tampere University researchers has uncovered a surprising link between oral health and heart disease.

Biofilms can lie quietly for years without symptoms. But a viral infection or other stressor can “wake up” the bacteria, ...

The study indicates that a viral infection or another outside factor can awaken the dormant biofilm. Once activated, the bacteria begin to multiply, sparking inflammation. This immune reaction has the ...

Findings from a recent study found that bacteria from the mouth can hide inside artery plaque for years without causing problems. When these bacter ...

Carrying a reusable water bottle is smart. It saves money. It cuts down on single-use plastic. It keeps you hydrated. But ...

Scientists from Finland and the UK have uncovered groundbreaking evidence that heart attacks may be triggered by infectious processes rather than just cholesterol and lifestyle factors. Hidden ...

Believe it or not, there’s something that touches your mouth multiple times a day that’s even dirtier. A study from Purdue ...

Everyday substances, including caffeine, can trigger changes in bacteria like E. coli that make antibiotics less effective.