Except for the latest hubub over Group B Strep, the bacteria in the birthing canal are beneficial and can help prevent more malicious species from getting a foothold in the colon. (drbenkim.com)
Having a good moisture based facial routine helps protect the face and ears from the cold, while preventing the harsh winter elements from getting a foothold on the body. (healthyeatingdesign.com)
Efflux pumps are surface proteins that prevent antimicrobial drugs from getting a foothold in a bacterial cell by identifying and pumping them out of the cell. (news.brown.edu)