Health officials in California report a significant increase in dangerous Shigella infections, with contaminated food and poor hygiene identified as primary causes. Learn about symptoms and prevention.
A groundbreaking antibiotic, gepotidacin, has been approved for use on the NHS, promising a powerful new weapon against drug-resistant urinary tract infections and potentially saving thousands of hospitalisations.
An exotic Argentine black and white tegu lizard is on the loose in Old Town, Maine, prompting a search and warning from wildlife officials. Here's what you need to know.
Authorities in Maine are hunting for two large, non-native Argentine black and white tegus after a reported sighting, raising fears for local wildlife and ecosystems.
US health officials confirm the first fatal human case of a horrific flesh-eating screwworm parasite, a deadly insect not seen in the country for decades. Learn the symptoms and risks.
Discover the secret weapon hiding in your kitchen cupboard. Experts reveal a dirt-cheap, highly effective method to eradicate invasive bindweed without harsh chemicals, saving your garden's ecosystem.
The picturesque seaside town of Ayr is under siege from Japanese Knotweed, with homeowners facing plummeting property values and mortgage rejections. Discover the full extent of this ecological and financial crisis.
In an unprecedented move, Colombian authorities have initiated a surgical sterilisation programme for the infamous 'cocaine hippos', descendants of Pablo Escobar's private zoo, to control their booming population near Bogotá.
Groundbreaking research from the UK reveals a non-invasive 'wave' therapy that significantly reduces chronic pain and anxiety without medication. Discover how this cutting-edge treatment could transform lives.
UK doctors pioneer a groundbreaking 'cryoablation' technique, freezing inoperable brain tumours with an ice ball probe. This minimally invasive NHS procedure offers new hope for patients with glioblastoma, the most aggressive form of brain cancer.
A shocking law hidden in the Anti-Social Behaviour Act could see British gardeners facing severe penalties, including jail time, for cultivating a specific invasive plant species. Discover the plant you must avoid and how to identify it.
Garden experts issue an urgent warning over a popular but highly invasive plant, Japanese Knotweed, that can destroy your property's value and is almost impossible to eradicate.
Leading UK surgeons are urging the public to avoid popping pimples within a perilous 'danger triangle' on the face, warning it could lead to life-threatening brain infections, cavernous sinus thrombosis, and even meningitis.
US health officials issue a stark warning as a rare bacterial infection, likened to a 'flesh-eating' disease, shows a worrying surge in the Northeast, prompting urgent investigation.
The UK Health Security Agency has issued a stark warning about Vibrio vulnificus, a rare but deadly flesh-eating bacteria found in coastal waters. Rising sea temperatures are increasing the risk, with severe infections leading to amputations or death with
Marine experts sound the alarm over a surge in invasive mollusc species from France, posing a severe threat to the UK's ecosystem, water pipes, and boat hulls. Urgent action is demanded.
A major investigation is underway after several babies died from a bacterial infection linked to contaminated intravenous drips at an NHS hospital, raising serious patient safety concerns.
Florida enlists robotic bunnies to lure invasive Burmese pythons, as hunters like Amy Siewe join the battle against the ecological threat.
Learn about MRSA, a dangerous antibiotic-resistant infection, its symptoms, how it spreads, and ways to prevent it.
Shocking new research reveals a dangerous surge in deaths linked to urinary tract infections (UTIs), with experts warning of overlooked risks and delayed treatments.
Rising temperatures are accelerating the spread of Japanese knotweed across the UK, posing a serious threat to properties and ecosystems. Experts warn of its destructive potential.
Experts warn of potential disease outbreaks as the invasive Asian tiger mosquito, known for carrying dengue and Zika, is discovered in southern England. Authorities urge vigilance.
A popular hand soap brand, Dermarite, has been urgently recalled due to potential bacterial contamination. Here’s how to check if your product is affected and what to do next.
A grandfather's shocking death from a rare flesh-eating bacteria has left his family devastated. Learn the harrowing details of his rapid decline and the urgent warnings from health experts.
A rare bacterial strain, initially found in a Michigan dog, has now been detected in honeybees, raising concerns over potential risks to pollinators and ecosystems.
A tragic death from Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS) in New York has raised concerns over the rare but fatal bacterial infection, prompting urgent health warnings.
A rare and dangerous bacterial infection has claimed lives in three southeastern US states. Health officials issue urgent warnings as cases rise.
Health officials warn of a terrifying rise in infections caused by flesh-eating bacteria found on beaches. Learn the symptoms and how to stay safe.
Health officials in Florida have identified a rare bacterial infection tied to contaminated tap water. Here’s how to stay safe and recognise the symptoms.
A rare but deadly flesh-eating bacteria has caused multiple deaths in the southern United States. Health officials warn of rising cases linked to coastal waters.