States are warning beachgoers about a summertime surge in infections from a frightening, flesh-eating bacteria found in ...

Kissing is one of the most intimate gestures humans share. It can communicate love, desire, comfort, and connection without a single word.But science has shown that kissing is more than a romantic or ...

A rare case of Vibrio vulnificus infection — a dangerous bacterium more commonly found in Gulf Coast states — was detected in ...

The CDC reports that as many as 1 in 5 cases of Vibrio vulnificus end in death, much higher than other strains, according to the ...

Illnesses such as Mononucleosis, known as the 'kissing disease,' can leave you incapacitated for months." Surprisingly, though, the spread of bacteria during kissing isn't all bad.

While kissing may transfer germs, couples this Valentine's Day may be pleased to learn that when they express their love this way, it may also offer several oral health benefits, according to dentist ...

Mononucleosis, often referred to as “mono” or “the kissing disease,” is commonly associated with teenagers and young adults. This nickname arises from its primary transmission mode ...

Falmouth health officials say an older person has contracted a rare infection from bacteria that can cause a "flesh-eating" ...