Gastrointestinal Infections

A multistate outbreak of E coli O157:H7 infections has been served at catering events, restaurants, and schools.

Most outbreaks were caused by Cryptosporidium, a chlorine-resistant parasite, underscoring the need for stricter safety measures and better facility management.

Sixty-eight people have been infected with this food borne illness across 19 states.

This week, GigaGen has launched a Phase 1 trial for GIGA-2339, a potential functional cure for chronic Hepatitis B, public health concerns like the California raw milk recall due to H5N1 and new findings linking lung dysfunction to cognitive decline in Long COVID patients, and more.

It is not only about cooking the food to the correct temperature, but also how long the food should sit out, and safe storage after the meal is over. Here is more information to have a healthy holiday.

Wolverine Packing Co is recalling ground beef due to potential contamination with E coli O157:H7

Nicole M Iovine discusses the risks associated with this particular E coli strain, challenges posed by organic farming, and offers practical food safety tips to protect vulnerable populations.

Grimmway Farms issued a voluntary recall after 26 out of 27 individuals interviewed as part of the outbreak investigation reported eating their carrots before becoming ill.

Affected products include Taiwan Enoki mushrooms, select soft-ripened cheeses, and Autumn Turkey Sandwiches.

Links to consumed hamburgers have resulted in 75 infections and one fatality, prompting an investigation of the slivered onions used on these beef patties.

More food recalls, including eggs, guacamole, Sriracha, and vegetables, were issued due to health risks from contamination, prompting consumer action nationwide.

Some FDA recalls announced this past week involve various food products, such as veggie straws and sprouts, prompting consumers to remain aware of potential health risks.

Moderna has begun its study examining its investigational norovirus vaccine, mRNA-1403, to determine its efficacy, safety and immunogenicity.

Stool antigen testing added to fecal immunochemical testing for colorectal cancer screening resulted in higher participation rates, yet showed no significant differences in gastric cancer incidence or mortality.

The CDC reports 59 listeriosis cases and 10 deaths across 19 states, urging vulnerable populations to avoid deli meats, especially Boar's Head liverwurst.

The study on the E coli outbreak in the UK highlights the growing impact of climate change on public health and food security.

FDA announced the outbreak already impacted 65 people across 9 states, with 24 hospitalizations.

Britton Strickland, MD discusses innovations in microbiome research and their impact on antimicrobial resistance.

The FDA, CDC, and state health departments have been monitoring foodborne illnesses this August including Listeria, Salmonella, and Clostridium botulinum.

MP Biomedicals’ tests detect Helicobacter pylori, Salmonella typhi, and Vibrio cholerae serogroups O1 and O139.

Nestlé aims to increase the global availability of Vowst, an FDA-approved therapy indicated for a healthcare-associated infection, while also seeking new opportunities for the product worldwide.

This virus is known for causing mild illness and the distinctive "slapped cheek" rash in children and has recently shown an unusual increase in activity.

This week, Pfizer-BioNTech's Phase 3 trial of a COVID-19 and influenza combination vaccine yielded mixed results, mpox as a global health emergency emphasizes need for coordinated international response, ongoing challenges with MRSA infections, and more

Baby formula manufacturer, Perrigo, issued a voluntary recall due to high levels of vitamin D that were above the maximum level permitted.

The expanded recall, which now includes approximately 7 million pounds of products, is due to an ongoing investigation linked to 43 reported illnesses, including 3 deaths.

By implementing targeted monitoring and a phased compliance approach, the USDA aims to enhance food safety and public health while maintaining cost-effectiveness and ensuring safer poultry products.

The study examines how pathogenicity-related gene clusters integrate into Salmonella's genome to affect disease ability.

Given that over 50% of women experience at least one urinary tract infection annually and antimicrobial resistance is on the rise, it's essential to evaluate the evidence for potential non-drug interventions.

CDC reports 2 deaths so far, and several more people sickened across multiple states.

A Salmonella outbreak associated with Raw Farm in Fresno, California, has sickened at least 165 people, marking the largest US outbreak linked to raw milk in the past decade.