There is no evidence that the coronavirus has evolved into a deadlier strain. It is almost certainly less lethal than initially reported, but that might mean there are more cases than we realised.
Staying just a few feet away from other people can help prevent the coronavirus from spreading.
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There’s no evidence you can spread the Wuhan coronavirus before showing symptoms, but one study suggests it’s possible for children and young people to be infectious without ever having symptoms.
Hospital cleaning is an important way to prevent the spread of infections.
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If hospitals are not thoroughly cleaned, patients may be at higher risk of infection. We tested a new approach to hospital cleaning, and found it could reduce infections and save money.
At least 5,000 Australians die each year as a result of sepsis, more commonly known as blood poisoning.
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Many articles describe the rise of superbugs - bacteria that are resistant to antibiotic drugs - as inevitable. But society has the knowledge to stop the spread of these microbes.
Drips and other medical devices were potential sources of infection. But no-one expected to find hospital-acquired pneumonia and urinary tract infections.
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Whooping cough is making a comeback. Here’s how to identify it, and why vaccination is a way to protect babies.
A new body of research suggests that infections in childhood, along with antibiotic use, could impact the bacteria in our intestines and raise risks of mental health challenges in later life.
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Research using massive databases – such as the Danish Psychiatric Central Research Register – is enabling a whole new understanding of the links between life history, the gut and mental health.
Ebola is a dreadful disease and is one of the deadliest infections known to medical science.
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It’s hard to predict how long it will take to feel better after you start taking antibiotics. But if you start feeling worse one to two days after starting the therapy, you must see your doctor.
Hand washing is an effective way to help prevent the spread of bacteria.
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Millions of bacteria live on our skin without making us sick. It’s when they manage to get through that they can be dangerous – particularly if they’re resistant to antibiotics.
When bacteria change, antibiotics can stop working.
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