Antibiotic susceptibility in resistant bacteria is not static. New research shows that bacteria harboring resistance genes may respond differently to antibiotics if they are tested under conditions ...

Researchers have developed a measurement technique that rapidly measures the number of viable bacteria in food products. They have succeeded in drastically reducing the inspection time from 2 days to ...

Legionella bacteria can cause Legionnaires’ disease, a serious type of pneumonia, or a milder flu-like illness called Pontiac ...

Cornell food scientists show that a standard quality test used for raw, organic milk is insufficient for distinguishing between specific groups of bacteria, suggesting that the criteria for ...

New research from the Technical University of Denmark indicates that the outcome of a resistance measurement may depend on the conditions under which the bacterium is tested. Standard laboratory tests ...

A doctor yesterday reminded people not to take certain types of drugs before getting a stool antigen test for Helicobacter pylori amid a one-time government-funded testing program for people aged 45 ...

Oakland County says filters are being installed in the boys' secure detention building and the school building.

D.C. will begin daily testing of the Potomac River for bacteria, following last month’s major sewage spill caused by a ruptured sewage line. With support from the EPA, officials plan to expand ...

Scientists have developed a radiant new way to determine if wine is spoiled. The technique utilizes engineered bacteria to detect the vinegar-like taste of acetic acid building up. Upon detection, ...

Something to know before you take that first dip of the season.