Scientists have solved the mystery of what killed over 5 billion starfish off the Pacific coast of North America.

A new study in the journal Microbiology Spectrum highlights the potential of using a natural compound from maple to combat the bacteria responsible for tooth decay: Streptococcus mutans.

More than a decade after a mysterious sickness began killing billions of sea stars off the Pacific Coast, scientists say they've identified the bacteria that causes the deadly disease. A team of ...

The flesh-eating bacteria thrive in warm, brackish waters between May and October, making the Gulf Coast the perfect breeding ground.

A senior nurse at Lucy Letby’s hospital warned she was facing her “worst nightmare” after deadly bacteria was found on several taps in the “over-capacity” baby unit, leaked emails show.

Think your socks are clean? You might need to think again. They can carry millions of bacteria and fungi – and even link suspects to crime scenes.

Your feet are microbial hotspots. The area between your toes is packed with sweat glands, and when we wrap our feet in socks and shoes, we trap that moisture in a warm, humid cocoon that's ideal ...

A regional passenger train derailed in southern Germany, killing at least three people and seriously injuring others on Sunday, authorities said.

In Florida, four people have died this year after they were exposed to Vibrio vulnificus, a rare but deadly bacteria found in warm coastal waters.