New research shows how a specially trained population of immune cells keeps the peace by preventing other immune cells from attacking their own. The study provides a better understanding of immune ...

Bacteria that rarely tumble are likely to get trapped by obstacles, slowing dispersion. Bacteria that tumble frequently often “retrace their steps,” also slowing dispersion. Dispersion is maximized by ...

A drug-resistant type of bacteria that has adapted to health care settings evolved in the past several years to weaponize an ...

Now, Johns Hopkins Medicine scientists say they have shed new light on how bacteria protect themselves from certain phage ...

Cellulitis is a skin infection that can occur when bacteria enter an open bug bite. Early treatment is crucial. Learn how to ...

Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection that can lead to serious long-term health complications if not addressed. The ...

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) have been increasing in NYC in recent years. Data released for New York City.

There was a 15% increase in HIV and syphilis cases across the country last year, according to the latest figures ...

For decades, bacterial vaginosis has been treated as a women’s health issue—but new research suggests treating male partners ...

Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is not classified as a sexually transmitted infection, but the results of a new study could change ...

Electron micrograph of a cluster of E. coli bacteria. Image via Public Domain Scientists from Finland and Norway have recently discovered two promising antivirulence compounds that could help combat ...

AHF is using an imposing image of a bottle of penicillin and a syringe and needle paired with the words “Syphilis is Curable” and the URL freeSTDcheck.org to draw attention to the importance of ...