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Public health
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

CDC dramatically scales back program that tracks food poisoning infections

CDC reduced FoodNet required surveillance from eight pathogens to two—salmonella and Shiga toxin-producing E. coli—affecting monitoring in 10 participating states.
Science
fromFuturism
2 weeks ago

Scientists Say They've Created a New Form of Life More Perfect Than the One Nature Made

A bioengineered E. coli strain, Syn57, operates with seven fewer codons than natural life, representing a streamlined genetic code.
#food-safety
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago
Food & drink

E. coli Cases Surge 26% in England, Plus 7 Grocery Items Most Likely to Cause Food Poisoning in America

Shiga toxin-producing E. coli cases rose 26% in 2024 in England, linked to contaminated salad leaves and affecting young children the most.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 months ago
SF food

Ground beef sold at Whole Foods may be tainted with E. coli, USDA says

Ground beef at Whole Foods may be contaminated with E. coli, prompting consumers to dispose of affected products.
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago
Food & drink

E. coli Cases Surge 26% in England, Plus 7 Grocery Items Most Likely to Cause Food Poisoning in America

SF food
fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 months ago

Ground beef sold at Whole Foods may be tainted with E. coli, USDA says

Ground beef at Whole Foods may be contaminated with E. coli, prompting consumers to dispose of affected products.
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fromsfist.com
1 month ago

Saturday Links: Oakland Police Seize 27 Guns in Weeklong East Oakland Arrest Sweep

The Oakland Police Department seized 27 guns and made multiple felony arrests this week during a string of operations tied to past shootings, robberies, and carjackings.
California
fromNatural Health News
1 month ago

E. coli in "organic" beef: The Whole Foods Market wake-up call people didn't see coming

A public health warning was issued for Organic Rancher brand ground beef sold in 27 states due to potential E. coli contamination, affecting packs labeled '85% lean, 15% fat' with 'use by' dates of June 19 and 20, 2025.
Alternative medicine
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Scientists engineer bacteria to turn plastic waste into painkillers

"We're able to transform a prolific environmental and societal waste into such a globally important medication in a way that's completely impossible, using chemistry alone or using biology alone," says study coauthor Stephen Wallace, a chemical biotechnologist at the University of Edinburgh in Scotland.
Science
Science
fromWIRED
2 months ago

The Next Acetaminophen Tablet You Take Could Be Made From PET

E. coli can be engineered to convert plastic waste into acetaminophen, marking a sustainable approach to drug production.
SF food
fromTasting Table
3 months ago

The Massive Ground Beef Recall That Rocked Costco Back In The '90s - Tasting Table

Costco's product selection is limited, allowing it to maintain low prices, but recalls can significantly impact its operations.
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

I've had a 7-year infection since my ex did the most disgusting thing in a hotel room - I can't believe it got into my sinuses

"E. coli is from poop," Christine Connell said in a recent TikTok video that has racked up more than 436,000 views - fascinating (and disgusting) the internet.
OMG science
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago

Urgent nut recall over E.coli contamination fears

The Independent is committed to uncovering the facts surrounding crucial issues like reproductive rights and climate change, ensuring balanced reporting without paywalls.
UK news
fromArs Technica
3 months ago

A dangerous E. coli strain has emerged; a small mutation may explain its rise

The role of the single base pair mutation in this strain's colonization and survival on leafy vegetables could yield valuable insights.
Coronavirus
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SF food
fromFuturism
4 months ago

The Government Hid a Deadly E. Coli Outbreak

FDA closed investigation on E. coli outbreak without public disclosure.
Taylor Farms linked to E. coli outbreak but not publicly named by FDA.
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