8 stories tagged #E. coli

  1. Common Diabetes Drugs Show Promise Against Antibiotic-Resistant E. Coli
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    Common Diabetes Drugs Show Promise Against Antibiotic-Resistant E. Coli

    New research finds empagliflozin and metformin can inhibit urinary E. coli biofilms and virulence genes, suggesting drug repurposing potential.

    2w ago 1 min read
  2. Ontario Beach Safety: What to Know Before You Dive In
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    Ontario Beach Safety: What to Know Before You Dive In

    Experts highlight rainfall and algal bloom risks as Ontario launches beach season. Toronto intensifies lifeguard presence and water quality monitoring.

    2w ago 1 min read
  3. E. Coli Alert for Kebab Shop Beef in Three States
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    E. Coli Alert for Kebab Shop Beef in Three States

    USDA warns of possible E. coli in beef kofta from The Kebab Shop in CA, FL, and TX. Nine cases under investigation.

    last mo. 1 min read
  4. Montreal Farm Recalls Broccoli Microgreens Over E. Coli Fears
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    Montreal Farm Recalls Broccoli Microgreens Over E. Coli Fears

    Lufa Farms recalls broccoli microgreens in Ontario and Quebec due to possible E. coli contamination; no illnesses reported yet.

    last mo. 1 min read
  5. BC Ferries Restores Water Service After Lead Scare, Following Earlier Bacterial Contamination
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    BC Ferries Restores Water Service After Lead Scare, Following Earlier Bacterial Contamination

    BC Ferries confirms water is safe after elevated lead levels on Salish Raven, following recent E. coli and coliform incidents on other vessels.

    2mo ago 1 min read
  6. Plastic Waste Converted Into Parkinson's Drug Through Bioengineering
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    Plastic Waste Converted Into Parkinson's Drug Through Bioengineering

    Scientists at the University of Edinburgh engineered E. coli bacteria to transform PET plastic into levodopa, a critical Parkinson's treatment, offering a sustainable alternative to fossil fuel-dependent drug production.

    3mo ago 1 min read
  7. FDA Links Raw Cheese to Outbreak; Maker Refuses Recall
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    FDA Links Raw Cheese to Outbreak; Maker Refuses Recall

    FDA links raw cheddar cheese to E. coli outbreak; maker rejects findings and refuses voluntary recall.

    3mo ago 1 min read
  8. America's Top 8 Most Recalled Foods: What You Need to Know
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    America's Top 8 Most Recalled Foods: What You Need to Know

    Discover the foods most frequently recalled in the U.S. and learn crucial steps to prevent foodborne illness and protect your household.

    4mo ago 2 min read