Some of science's most interesting discoveries happened totally on accident! From insects to infections, and polymers to pacemakers, we've accidentally discovered some pretty cool stuff. Watch this new episode of SciShow, hosted by...

Inspired by Star Trek, scientists are trying to learn more about animals' brains through virtual reality, and it turns out that a component of human milk helps protect babies from bacteria!

From insects to infections, and polymers to pacemakers, scientists have discovered some very cool things entirely by accident, thanks to some careful observation and curiosity.

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If you've heard of Toxic Shock Syndrome, you might think you can only get it from tampons, but the bacteria that cause this problem are surprisingly common and we still don't know why they sometimes turn deadly.

As organisms decompose their chemical and bacterial components can leach into the surrounding ground and water. The bodies buried in cemeteries are no exception.

Hank gets straight to the facts in the unfortunate case of Aimee Copeland, who was injured during a zip-lining accident and subsequently contracted a rare disease.

Howcast - Learn what you need to know about Group B Strep (GBS) and labor and delivery from childbirth expert Elizabeth Mangum-Sarach in this Howcast video.

Some kids are getting too many antibiotics, and some Americans are drinking WAY too much

The impact of antibiotics on human health cannot be overstated. They are a big deal. And thanks to evolution, more and more bacteria are becoming resistant to antibiotics. Is there anything we can do? Yes. Let's talk about it.

Hospital visit became the first of two times her parents were told their daughter had influenza and could recover at home

Two sisters in southwest Nova Scotia want people to know about the danger of invasive group strep A — a rare but deadly bacterial infection. After losing both of their parents within hours of each other, they're wondering why there...

Dr. Ryan Sommers, the senior regional medical officer of health at Nova Scotia Health, says watching for symptoms, knowing when to consult a medical professional and keeping up-to-date with vaccinations are important as the province sees...

New Brunswick's acting chief medical officer of health says the province is already halfway to last year’s total number of deaths from the infection.

After Dan Wetmore of Moncton died of Strep A earlier this month, his family is now urging people not to wait if they’re experiencing symptoms. The New Brunswick Pharmacists’ Association says here’s what to expect.

Doctors are seeing an increase in the number of patients experiencing an invasive form of group A strep. The illness is common but can be serious when bacteria spreads to the blood or deep tissue, and needs to be treated quickly.

Public health officials are urging Canadians to get their flu shots to avoid potentially straining hospitals ahead of the busy holiday season.

A B.C. coroner's report shows five influenza-related deaths in kids under 18 in November alone in that province as hospitals across the country continue to grapple with a crush of sick kids.

A B.C. coroner's report shows five influenza-related deaths in kids under 18 in November alone in that province as hospitals across the country continue to grapple with a crush of sick kids.

At least nine children have died in a recent outbreak of streptococcus A, and there are concerns over whether there's enough penicillin in the country to treat the bacterial infections.

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There are calls for the development of a vaccine to help prevent the death of thousands of newborn bab
ies.
Millions of women unknowingly...

LEADIN:

There are calls for the development of a vaccine to help prevent the death of thousands of newborn bab
ies.
Millions of women unknowingly...