Hidden within the microbial communities of our gut and mouth, researchers have identified thousands of tiny, virus-like ...

As bird flu continues to impact egg availability, you might be wondering which other everyday products could be affected by ...

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So, more than one type of virus, bacteria, fungus or parasite was detected and believed to be the cause of his symptoms. Since Pope Francis remains hospitalized and his infection is described as ...

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