Tag Archives: infection

Bacteria

Why We Need Germs

In the modern effort to eradicate disease, we pop antibiotics like candy, apply hand sanitizers with abandon, and gargle mouthwash by the gallon. But this carpet-bombing of germs takes a huge toll on good microbes as well as bad. ... More
Washing Hands

In Defense of Microbiomes

In this video, Jonathan Eisen explains why good microbes may actually be our first line of defense against infection, disease, and lasting medical conditions. ... More
Lingering GI Tract Infection

Lingering GI Tract Infection

Unfortunately, I contracted a C. difficile bacterial infection of the intestine after one night in a hospital. I came close to dying and after a long recovery still feel as though I’m not totally free of it. What do studies show about residual infection, and is any information available on its treatment? ... More