🦠 Biome Brief - 01/21/2025

🧪 New Hope for Targeting Bad Bugs

Scientists at UVA are revolutionizing how we fight bacterial infections with smart computer models that could help create precision antibiotics. Think of it as a sniper rifle instead of a shotgun approach to fighting infections.

🔄 Menopause's Hidden Impact on Your Microbiome

It's not just hot flashes - new research reveals how menopause dramatically reshapes women's gut bacteria, potentially affecting everything from heart health to bone density.

🚽 Norovirus Alert: What You Need to Know

The notorious stomach bug is making a record-breaking comeback, with CDC reporting unprecedented outbreak numbers. The elderly are particularly at risk.

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