Scientists just invented microscopic knives capable of stabbing and killing bacteria on contact. The germ theory of disease emerged over the last several centuries to explain the way microscopic ...

Hygiene in everyday items that touch the body—such as clothing, masks, and toothbrushes—is critically important. The ...

We are continually in an evolutionary arms race with bacteria. As we develop new antibiotics, they develop resistance, and so ...

Researchers identify why graphene oxide selectively destroys bacteria while remaining safe for human cells, with applications from toothbrushes to sportswear.

Most people assume that a hot wash means clean clothes. But new research suggests your washing machine may be underperforming, especially when it comes to killing harmful bacteria. Despite running at ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. We tried cleaning a kitchen sponge by soaking it in bleach, putting it in the microwave, running it through the dishwasher, and ...

Every minute, nearly 500 antibiotic prescriptions are written in the U.S. Many of these drugs succeed, but more are being ...

You may be tempted to wash your laundry on cold to conserve energy, preserve color, and prevent shinkage. However, some things need to be washed in hot water to kill germs and get rid of funky odors.

As antibiotic resistance continues to rise worldwide, scientists are searching for new strategies to combat infections. This ...