An editor tested five popular steam mops over the course of one month. Plus, a cleaning expert weighed in on what to look for ...

While public toilet seats may seem unsanitary, studies show they harbor fewer germs than common surfaces like door handles.

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When a white blood cell finds a germ, it latches onto it. Then it changes its shape to surround the germ. You can imagine the ...

I visited a local NHS urgent care centre with my toddler on what might be called a semi-annual pilgrimage related to having a ...

Many people don't think twice about wearing new underwear straight from the package. It's fresh, looks clean and hasn't been ...

New research claims there may be too few germs on the ISS, which could actually be negatively impacting astronaut health.

The ISS’s microbial environment most closely resembles a hospital isolation room. It could be making astronauts sick.

Bacteria and mold accumulate in a humid bathroom whether you can see it or not. You may need to replace your shower liner and ...

A person’s precious organ donation came with an unexpected visitor. In a new paper out this month, scientists have documented ...

The top of door frames is another area known for almost always being dusty. You can use a duster, microfiber cloth or vacuum ...

Paul Ehrlich performed pioneering research work in chemistry, medicine, physiology, histology, bacteriology, hematology and ...