Poo Pills Combat Superbug Infections

UK doctors are using 'poo pills' containing freeze-dried feces from healthy donors to combat drug-resistant superbug infections in the gut, with promising results. The pills deliver good bacteria to replace harmful ones, potentially reducing the spread of superbugs and promoting overall gut health.

Impact of Semen Microbiome on Male Fertility

A recent study by UCLA found that a specific bacteria in the semen microbiome, Lactobacillus iners, can negatively impact sperm motility and fertility. The research highlights the importance of exploring the microbiome's connection to male infertility.

Increase in Abdominal Cancers Among Younger People

Leading doctors have warned of a mysterious new 'epidemic' of abdominal cancers in younger people, with an increase in under-45s presenting with cancers typically seen in older patients. The cause is unknown but may be related to genetic factors, changes in the microbiome, and increased general awareness of cancer.