Swabs for teething babies and adult noses have been recalled because they might have a microbial contamination “identified as fungi in cotton swab components.” That’s what manufacturer Church & Dwight ...

WASHINGTON — Nasal and teething swabs sold nationwide are being recalled due to a possible fungal contamination. Church & Dwight issued a voluntary recall of all Zicam Cold Remedy Nasal Swabs, Zicam ...

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The largest study of the nasal microbiome shows that persistent Staphylococcus aureus carriers have fewer other bacterial ...

A recent study published in the American Journal of Infection Control suggests the combination of a throat swab and nasal swab may boost MRSA surveillance, especially among younger patients. For this ...