Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
The connection between listeriosis and produce
In the United States and other industrialized nations, consumption of fresh fruits and vegetables is considered a key component of a healthy diet.
Mar 31, 2015
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Food science expert explains why listeria is showing up more often in food recalls
Listeria, a foodborne pathogen, is the cause of 16 different recalls in just two months. A Kansas State University food safety specialist explains why it is appearing in products typically not associated with the bacteria.
May 6, 2015
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Genetics
Genomic analysis of Shiga-toxin E.coli (STEC) in a child reveals insights on an emerging foodborne pathogen
Foodborne pathogens are very common and usually benign, but certain virulent strains of pathogens can result in severe disease and even death. Distinguishing specific strains of pathogens can help scientists better understand ...
Sep 2, 2020
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Scientist creates system to quickly detect food pathogens
Quick, efficient pathogen detection and fingerprinting is essential and often lifesaving when it comes to preventing foodborne illness. Now, University of Georgia food scientist Xiangyu Deng has created a system that can ...
Apr 19, 2018
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Health
Research, food-safety fundamentals guide holiday meal preparations
This is the time of year when we gather to feast on roasted turkey, stuffing and other fixings. For many, it will be the first time they will prepare a holiday dinner, while for others, it will be the latest of many memorable ...
Nov 25, 2014
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Why you may be more at risk for foodborne infections during the holidays
There's no place like home for the holidays, many people agree, and millions of people will travel long distances to get there. Along the journey, however, you may be at higher risk of becoming infected with a foodborne pathogen ...
Dec 21, 2018
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Physicians can play key role in preventing foodborne illness
Food safety awareness is key to understanding the food safety issues on the horizon, and clinicians at hospitals and doctors' offices play a key role in ensuring consumers are aware of the threats of foodborne illness, said ...
May 13, 2015
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