Resistance gene helps C. difficile spores survive hospital-grade disinfectants
Antibiotic resistance is supercharging dangerous gut bacteria to withstand even hospital-grade disinfectants intended to kill them.
Sep 29, 2026
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Organism Forms: News and Research on Organism Forms
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Q&A: Cyclospora outbreak
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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Organic baby formula recalled following botulism cases
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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Anthrax‑causing bacteria have dwelled in soil for centuries, cycling through people, animals and earth
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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Targeting a dangerous gut infection: Studies reveal how C. diff behaves inside the body
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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What to know before you try foraging for edible plants and mushrooms in backyards or public spaces
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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Why are westerners so reluctant to eat seaweed? Our new study reveals the social and psychological reasons
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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Seasonal allergies caused by fungal spores now start three weeks earlier under climate change
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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Mussel quarantine in place in California due to toxin risk: What you need to know
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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Is TikTok right? Are there health benefits to eating sea moss?
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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