Stomach bugs are pretty common this time of year, but health officials confirm California is experiencing elevated norovirus ...

Flushing with the toilet lid open releases airborne germs that can spread several feet across bathroom surfaces. Closing the lid helps limit exposure to bacteria like E. coli and norovirus, especially ...

This video explores the historical spread of the Black Death, detailing its impact on society and the routes it traveled ...

While it seems insignificant, a small bathroom habit can lead to a spread of germs and harmful airborne particles. No matter how diligently you wipe countertops, launder towels, and sanitize surfaces, ...

Scientists are warning that a little-known group of microbes called free-living amoebae may pose a growing global health threat. Found in soil and water, some species can survive extreme heat, ...

We all know that annoying tickle in the throat that means only one thing. You're about to cough it out. Wouldn't it be great if nobody coughed into the open air, spreading germs and mucus in all ...

With dry winter air plus cold and flu season in full swing, a humidifier can be essential to better skin, sleep and overall health. However, humidifiers can get gross, potentially spreading bacteria ...

By withdrawing from the WHO, the U.S. will no longer participate in the organization’s Global Influenza Surveillance and Response System, which has been in operation since 1952. This will seriously ...

Colorado is seeing a sharp rise in flu cases this winter, with state health officials reporting a surge in hospitalizations tied to a new strain of the virus. According to the latest data from the ...

Ever look around and feel pretty good about how tidy your place looks? It is easy to assume everything is clean when there is no clutter or obvious mess. Still, there are sneaky spots that can harbor ...

(CONSUMER REPORTS) - With dry winter air plus cold and flu season in full swing, a humidifier can be essential to better skin, sleep, and overall health. However, humidifiers can get gross, ...

Every January 25 — on Sunday this year — is Burns Night, a global celebration of the life and legacy of the Scottish poet and ...