Darren Benavides on Instagram: "In April 2023, Texas high school teacher Sherri Moody experienced a rapidly escalating illness that led to septic shock and the eventual amputation of her arms and legs. The life-saving medical treatment redirected blood flow to her vital organs, but this resulted in a catastrophic loss of circulation to her extremities. While on a class trip, Moody developed symptoms similar to a common cold, which she initially did not take seriously.Her condition worsened drama

When you hear “Streptococcus,” do you immediately think bad? You’re not alone. Harmful species—like Streptococcus pyogenes (strep throat) or Strep mutans and S. sobrinus (cavities)—get all the attention. But here’s what’s often overlooked: There are 72 species of Strep bacteria identified and 36 live in the human body. Of those, 18 live in the mouth—and the large majority are beneficial or harmless! ✅ These good bacteria (known as commensals) help protect the oral microbiome and keep mouth pH ba

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