I found a bacteria-eating virus in my loo - could it save your life?
Published: 6/28/2025

Discover how a bacteria-eating virus found in the toilet could be a lifesaver against infections, including superbugs. Follow health correspondent James Gallagher's journey collecting samples, including one from his toilet, and how that phage was able to kill a difficult infection in the lab. Learn about phage therapy, a century-old concept now gaining new interest as antibiotic resistance worsens, offering promising alternatives for treating infections.