Woman Gets New Cat—and Months of Diarrhea, in Possible Medical First
A woman’s newly adopted cat may have brought her an unwelcome gift: a bacterial germ that caused her months of diarrhea. In a new case report this month, doctors say…
Elephants Need a Little Variety in Their Diet, Too, Poop Study Reveals
Just like some people, elephants seem to prefer a rich palette of foods, research out this week suggests. Studying decades-old poop, researchers found that elephants tend to have diverse diets…
FDA Approves Poop-Based Pill to Treat Hardy Gut Infections
The healing powers of poop can now officially come in a more palatable pill. This week, the Food and Drug Administration approved the drug Vowst, an oral capsule packed with…