Scientists have reported a substantial increase in non-O157 Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC) infections in England in recent years. A study assessed how trends have been affected by factors such ...

Bacteria that often cause urinary infections can spread as rapidly as swine flu. But E. coli that are resistant to several classes of antibiotics behave differently. Escherichia coli (E. coli) are the ...

New research led by King's College London, in collaboration with the University of Westminster, has shed light on the diversity and characteristics of E. coli strains that drive diabetic foot ...

Newborn meningitis is one of the most dangerous childhood infections. It is often life-threatening and can cause serious and ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. There’s been a long-standing belief that urinary tract infections are largely caused by poor personal hygiene. New ...