The soil and flower bulbs you buy for gardening may contain deadly fungi. "People don't think of tulips as deadly, but they could be."

Researchers have discovered a way to synthesize a compound in the mold of blue cheese that has antibacterial and anticancer properties.

People with schizophrenia are more likely to have DNA from bacteria associated with "cat scratch fever" in their blood, a study finds.

Scientists have integrated living cells, gel, and sensors to create "living bioelectronics" to heal skin. Tests in mice show promise.

An anti-inflammatory drug curbs the spread of a fungus that can cause serious infections, especially in people with compromised immunity.

A study challenges conventional understanding of opioid receptors, shedding light on their importance beyond pain management and addiction.

Multiple species of Gardnerella, bacteria sometimes associated with bacterial vaginosis and preterm birth, can coexist in the same vaginal microbiome.

"In the right context, treatment can be lifesaving, but in the wrong context, it can be quite harmful."

Ever been made to feel small? Here’s why being petite is no bad thing.