Wednesday, June 25, 2008

How Do You Stay Away From Harmful Bacteria And Remain Healthy?

Yersinia pestis alias bubonic plague, is a rod-shaped type of bacterium which is well known for its harmful nature. Bacteria-carrying fleas found on animals such as rats and mice transmit the bacteria that are believed to have caused the deaths of millions of people in the 14th century in Europe. This group of bacteria was further branded the name, "Black death" due to the fact that the bacteria causes their victim to have a dark discoloration on their face after they die. Due to medical advancements, infections caused by this type of bacteria are able to be treated by doctors.