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What you should know about Vibrio bacteria

8 years 2 months ago
There have been a number of recent reports warning the public of the dangers of Vibrio bacteria from eating certain foods or swimming at the beach. An infection can result in gastrointestinal issues, the loss of limbs and even death. But what are these bacteria?

The myth of the sunscreen pill

8 years 2 months ago
If you heard that a dietary supplement would "strengthen your skin's defenses against ultraviolet radiation," "defend your skin and eyes from sun damage" or act as "basically an oral sunscreen," would you think it was too good to be true?

Foodborne illness may be on the rise, here's why

8 years 2 months ago
One child drank apple cider at a Connecticut farm, another a glass of juice during a road trip in Oregon; later, both were rushed to emergency rooms as they struggled for their lives. A middle-aged woman became sick more than a decade ago after enjoying a salad at a banquet hosted by a California hotel; her debilitating symptoms continue to this day.

Salmonella outbreak in 26 states tied to raw turkey

8 years 2 months ago
An outbreak of salmonella linked to raw turkey products has sickened at least 90 people across 26 states, according to the CDC. People reported preparing or eating turkey products that were purchased raw, including ground turkey, turkey pieces, and whole turkey.
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