August 30, 2018

Blood-Sucking ‘Kissing’ Bugs Spreading Deadly Disease Across U.S.

As if ticks, mosquitoes, bed bugs and lice weren’t enough pests for Americans to be concerned about, there is a new and different bug on the scene. It’s called the kissing bug, but no one should think the endearing name means they are affectionate or appealing. In fact, just the opposite is true. The blood-sucking […]

August 8, 2018

Natural Peptides that May Replace Antibiotics

Because bacteria are constantly and rapidly evolving to be more and more resistant to antibiotics, researchers are always looking for solutions to the problem. Improper use and repeated use of antibiotics make the drugs less effective. Among the possible solutions, natural alternatives to antibiotics are often high on the list. According to a new study […]