Mice that were free to scratch their itchy ears saw the number of immune cells go up and levels of infection-causing bacteria decline ...

Scratching where it itches reduces the presence of potentially harmful bacteria on the skin, studies in mice show.

The epidemiology of pneumococcal carriage and infection is highly dynamic. The widespread use of PCV-7 has seen its efficacy tampered by the resurgence of non-PCV-7 serotypes, some of which have ...

Infected eczema occurs when a virus or bacteria gets into an open wound or cracked skin at the site of a rash. These infections worsen existing symptoms. It is important for a doctor to treat ...

Argyria is caused by a buildup of silver in the body, which discolors the skin. Symptoms: The main symptoms of argyria are the skin developing a bluish-gray or gray tint, the fingernails growing ...

Types of Skin Lymphomas Skin lymphomas are derived from either B cells or T cells. B cells are an important WBC that fight infection by producing antibodies. These antibodies attach to germs and ...

Some bacteria may treat the powerful toxins bathing poison dart frog skin like a buffet ... poison dart frogs are generally more resistant to infection or death from the chytrid fungus threatening ...

Treatment failure was defined as invasive pneumococcal infection that occurred while taking antimicrobials or within 3 days of stopping azithromycin treatment or 1 day of stopping β-lactam treatment.

The study design was unique as it encompassed a range of severe infections, including hospital-acquired bacterial pneumonia (HABP), ventilator-associated bacterial pneumonia (VABP), bloodstream ...

Redeem V-Bucks by Feb 15 for free Color Splash Jellie skin in Fortnite, with LEGO versions available. However, it is worth noting that it does not apply to V-Bucks purchased directly through ...

A HOT shower can be a nice way to warm up and relax during the winter months. The health benefits include muscle relaxation, stress relief, and better blood circulation. But while many people ...

A doctor may perform a urine culture to determine the type of bacteria that is causing the infection and the best antibiotic to treat it. At-home UTI tests are available to check urine for ...