Sanitized ready-to-eat salad may contain disease-causing bacteria
A study published in the journal Foods provides an overview of research on minimally processed vegetables (MPVs), with a specific focus on the Brazilian market.
Aug 29, 2023
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Bacteria: News and Research on Gram-Positive Asporogenous Rods, Regular
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Don't use Dr. Berne's and LightEyez eye drops due to bacteria, fungus, FDA says
Tainted eye drops are back in the news, with federal regulators warning consumers not to use certain eye drops because of contamination concerns.
Aug 23, 2023
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Three deaths linked to listeria-tainted milkshakes from restaurant in Washington state
A strain of listeria bacteria found in milkshakes at a restaurant in Washington state has been linked to six hospitalizations and three deaths.
Aug 22, 2023
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Study examines leaky gut syndrome
A university researcher is studying the potential effect of leaky gut syndrome on our overall health. "A mechanism by which gut microbiota elevates permeability and inflammation in obese/diabetic mice and human gut," a paper ...
Aug 17, 2023
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Researchers find a chink in the armor of tuberculosis pathogen
Mycobacterium tuberculosis (Mtb) is the pathogen that causes tuberculosis (TB), the world's deadliest infectious disease. Mtb is so successful and harmful because it can adapt to different conditions inside our bodies, allowing ...
Aug 8, 2023
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Leprosy on the rise in Florida: An expert answers your questions
A wave of leprosy cases in Florida has led public health officials to conclude the disease-causing bacteria may be naturally found in the state.
Aug 6, 2023
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Probiotic combo found to stop bacteria that cause toxic shock syndrome
The widespread, pathogenic microbe Staphylococcus aureus can colonize the skin and mucous membranes throughout the body, particularly the vagina and gastrointestinal tract. A virulent strain of the bacterium produces proteins ...
Jul 21, 2023
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Research explores mechanism by which sinomenine ameliorates rheumatoid arthritis
Since the concept of "gut-joint" axis was proposed, increasing evidence has shown that the imbalance of gut microbiota may play a key role in the occurrence and development of rheumatoid arthritis (RA).
Jul 17, 2023
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New research may lead to new types of treatments for leprosy
Leprosy has existed since at least Biblical times, yet scientists still don't know exactly how Mycobacterium leprae causes the disease's symptoms. Though antibiotics can treat the illness, researchers are concerned about ...
Jul 13, 2023
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Vaginal suppository containing Lactobacilli can prevent recurrent cystitis in women
Recurrent cystitis (RC) is a frequent infection of the urinary tract and bladder, which is highly prevalent among postmenopausal women. Under healthy circumstances, the human vagina is home to a host of beneficial intestinal ...
Jul 3, 2023
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