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A U.S study at Drexel University, published in the January 2012 issue of Journal of Food Protection, has said that a form of cold plasma might be an effective method for killing pathogens on uncooked poultry. The Drexel study involved raw chicken samples contaminated with Salmonella enterica and Campylobacter jejuni bacteria treated with plasma for [...]
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New test results should be available Sunday afternoon that will either confirm or rule out the presence of bacteria in a Watauga school's water supply. Testing on Thursday revealed a possible presence of bacteria in water from a cafeteria sink at Mabel Elementary. More tests were done Friday, but results won't be available until later Sunday. Officials hope to reopen the school Monday, but a ...
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Washington, Feb 5 (IANS) Plasma zaps can decontaminate uncooked poultry, a major source of outbeaks of foodborne illness caused by harmful bugs.
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February 3, 2012 // No Comments »
Salmonella remains a serious cause of food poisoning, in part due to its ability to thrive and quickly adapt to the different environments in which it can grow. New research has taken a detailed look at what Salmonella does when it enters a new environment, which could provide clues to finding new ways of reducing transmission through the food chain and preventing human illness.
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A Minnesota company is recalling cooked eggs distributed in 34 states because of possible listeria contamination. Michael Foods, of Minnetonka, is recalling eggs in brine sold in 10- and 25-pound pails for institutional use under the brand names: Columbia Valley Farms; GFS; Glenview Farms;...
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A new study demonstrates that plasma can be an effective method for killing pathogens on uncooked poultry.
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Looking for an excuse to skip your next trip to the gym? Student Health and Counseling Services (SHACS) had to shut down the Bear Athletic Center weight room on January 18 and 19 after discovering an undisclosed bacteria. Despite several rumors concerning the identity of the bacteria, Student Health Coordinator Deb Shill assured that although [...]
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Pets are the largest contributors to bacteria overload in most areas of Prince William and Stafford Counties.
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Bacteria in water-filled Caribbean sinkholes could offer clues to what might live on icy moons such as Europa, scientists say.
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Another study has been published demonstrating the effectiveness of Manuka honey against antibiotic resistant bacteria.
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