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People across the United States are taking a closer look at their lettuce and leafy greens this summer because of an outbreak of cyclosporiasis, a gastrointestinal illness whose most notable symptom is severe, watery diarrhea.
Jul 18, 2026
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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is investigating a multistate outbreak of infant botulism linked to Nara Organics Whole Milk Organic Powdered Infant Formula.
Jun 15, 2026
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The bacteria that cause deadly anthrax disease persist in the earth, a place their ancestors preferred over petri dishes and blood-filled tissues.
Mar 26, 2026
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Affecting roughly half a million Americans each year, bacterial infections caused by Clostridioides difficile—commonly known as C. diff—are a serious and persistent problem for patients and hospitals alike. The bacterium ...
Mar 5, 2026
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Amid renewed interest in foraging for edible wild plants, mushrooms and other foodstuffs, experts caution aspiring foragers to prioritize safety, plan carefully and learn proper identification. Here are some things to consider ...
Sep 25, 2025
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Seaweed is one of the few foods that can credibly claim to be good for both people and the planet. So why don't westerners eat more of it?
Aug 14, 2025
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Although many of us spend allergy season cursing out plant pollen, spores from mold and other fungi also deserve some of that same disdain. These invisibly small agitators tend to fly under the radar, despite being capable ...
Jun 30, 2025
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California public health officials have announced a quarantine on mussels that aren't commercially harvested, cautioning that naturally occurring toxins make the species potentially poisonous to humans this time of year.
May 12, 2025
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Sea moss is the latest "superfood" wellness influencers are swearing by. They claim sea moss products—usually in gel form—have multiple health benefits. These include supporting brain and immune function, or protecting against ...
Nov 25, 2024
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Cryptosporidium has been discovered in pre-washed vegetables from major supermarkets in Kent by researchers in the School of Biosciences. The research paper titled "Presence of Cryptosporidium parvum in pre‑washed vegetables ...
Jun 17, 2024
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