Get A Virus For Your “Special Someone”

I couldn’t help but think this is kinda cute, especially if you’ve got a med-student or doctor in your life: Giant Microbes sells stuffed toys inspired by such maladies as Helicobacter, Streptococcus, and the lovable Rhinovirus (pictured, right). They even have a new addition to the family based on some speculation on what a Martian bacteria might look like according to fair and balanced scientific findings (pictured, left). All of these cute little diseases can be had for around $6 apiece. I’ve just ordered a set of microbes (4 for $20) because what’s better than having your special someone say “oh yeah, he got me Shigella for my birthday….”