News tagged with listeria infections


Emerging antibiotic resistance in Listeria

Malaysian researchers have revealed the presence of multidrug-resistant strains of Listeria monocytogenes in frozen burger patties taken from supermarkets and other retail shops in Malaysia. The research ...

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes created Jan 24, 2013 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Raw chicken bacteria on the rise in Europe: study

A type of bacteria mostly found in raw chicken meat that can cause diarrhoea and fever is on the rise in the European Union, according to a report from European food safety agencies published on Thursday.

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes created Mar 08, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Pill some day may prevent serious foodborne illness, scientist says

Modified probiotics, the beneficial bacteria touted for their role in digestive health, could one day decrease the risk of Listeria infection in people with susceptible immune systems, according to Purdue University resear ...

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes created Jan 09, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Trudeau Institute reports new approach to treating Listeria infections

Research underway at the Trudeau Institute could lead to new treatments for people sickened by Listeria and other sepsis-causing bacteria. Dr. Stephen Smiley's laboratory has published a study in the scientific journal Infection an ...

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes created Oct 17, 2011 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Bacteria enter via mucus-making gut cells

Cells making slippery mucus provide a sticking point for disease-causing bacteria in the gut, according to a study published on October 3 in the Journal of Experimental Medicine.

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes created Oct 03, 2011 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0

Researchers may have discovered key to help women fight infections during pregnancy

A normal but concerning consequence of pregnancy is the fact that pregnant women are more susceptible to infection. University of Minnesota Medical School researchers have identified the underlying mechanisms for this physiologic ...

Medical research created Jul 21, 2011 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0 | with audio podcast