Antibiotic-resistant superbugs: a looming health threat March 03, 2023 | Sophia Papa Superbugs are no ordinary germs: they have evolved to resist most antibiotics. They are not only increasing in number, antibiotic resistance also... Read More Tags antibiotics bacteria health tips infections prevention viruses
Soap vs. Hand Sanitizer April 23, 2020 | UCI Health In a pinch, hand sanitizer can disinfect if it’s at least 60% alcohol. But hands down, soap and water is the most effective way to remove... Read More Tags bacteria hand washing health tips infections viruses Covid-19
Uveitis: Eye condition triggered by gut bacteria? September 06, 2018 | UCI Health Uveitis, a painful inflammation of the middle layer of the eye, is an autoimmune reaction that may be triggered by gut bacteria. Read More Tags bacteria eye
Dodging the back-to-school bugs September 20, 2016 | UCI Health School is back in session, and classrooms can be germ factories. What can you do to protect your kids – and keep them from infecting the rest... Read More Tags kids' health viruses hand washing bacteria vaccines immunizations flu
Now hear this: All about swimmer’s ear June 16, 2016 | UCI Health Summertime fun in the water can turn into a common itchy, painful condition called swimmer’s ear. An ear specialist discusses how to treat... Read More Tags ear bacteria infections prevention health tips summer
What color is your urine? March 17, 2016 | UCI Health If your urine is clear or yellow, you can be mellow. But other colors — as well as unseen qualities — can warrant a trip to the doctor. Read More Tags kidney bacteria health tips