An understanding of the bacteriology of the vagina in the healthy individual is of importance not only to the bacteriologist but also to the clinician, who would have a better comprehension of the various factors involved in disease of the female genitalia. Before a clear picture of the changes brought about by the presence of pathogenic bacteria can be presented, it is necessary to know the or...

Introduction: Mobile phones and computers are a reservoir of growth and transmission of microorganisms. This study aimed to evaluate the microbial contamination of computers and mobile phones used by students of an academic dental school, compared to the students of a non-medical school. Methods: Sampling was performed on 44 computers and 45 mobile phones in a dental school (test) and a non-med...