Tag: foodborne illness
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Study Links Nearly 1 in 5 UTIs to Contaminated Meat
New findings reposition UTIs as a food safety issue A four-year study conducted in Southern California reveals that nearly one in five urinary tract infections (UTIs) may be caused by E. coli bacteria transmitted through contaminated meat. Published in the journal mBio, the research analyzed thousands of samples from UTI patients and retail meat to…
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Study Links Nearly 1 in 5 UTIs to Contaminated Meat, Reframing a Common Infection as a Food Safety Issue
Groundbreaking findings connect urinary tract infections to contaminated meat A four-year study published in mBio suggests that nearly one in five urinary tract infections (UTIs) may be linked to E. coli bacteria transmitted through contaminated meat. By analyzing more than 5,700 bacterial samples from UTI patients and retail meat in Southern California between 2017 and…
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Food Poisoning Outbreak at Caserta Restaurant
Overview of the Incident A troubling food poisoning outbreak has recently made headlines in Caserta, Italy, following a birthday celebration held at a local restaurant. Approximately sixty individuals, including a 20-month-old child, reported severe symptoms, prompting medical attention. This incident raises significant concerns regarding food safety regulations and the responsibilities of dining establishments. Details of…