germ

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According to Public Health Wales, Staph infection is a bacterial infection caused by staphylococcus - a germ that lives in the nose of one in three people.

From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026

"Between 10-24 per cent of the population unknowingly carry this germ at the back of their throats usually without any harm," said Lee.

From Barron's • Mar. 19, 2026

To test their effects, scientists introduced these bacteria into germ free mice that lacked normal serotonin levels.

From Science Daily • Mar. 13, 2026

The author appreciates what a terrific advance modern germ theory represents, but she also recognizes its tendency to generate absurd excesses.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 23, 2026

Once the germ has been removed for oil, the kernels are crushed.

From "The Omnivore's Dilemma" by Michael Pollan