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SnoreStop NasoSpray is Voluntarily Recalled by Green Pharmaceuticals Due to Microbial Contamination

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FL OZ (9 mL) nasal spray bottles to be contaminated with the bacteria, Providencia rettgeri. Previous and emerging research on this bacterium has associated it with intrinsic multi-drug resistance and nosocomial infections (also referred to as hospital-acquired infections). California-based Green Pharmaceuticals Inc.

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10 of the Worst Food Safety Scandals in Recent History

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The causes of these events varied, from contaminated food and water to zoonotic diseases and poor hygiene practices. It was caused by contaminated ice cream products manufactured by Blue Bell Creameries, a popular ice cream company based in Texas. coli O157:H7 bacteria.

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EzriCare Eye Drops Recall: Unveiling a Nationwide Health Crisis

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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently issued a formal health advisory in response to an unprecedented outbreak of carbapenem-resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa (CRPA), a bacterium notorious for its resistance to specific antibiotics, thereby instigating severe infections in affected individuals.

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Fried Rice Syndrome: A Disturbing Reminder About the Dangers of Bacillus Cereus

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This syndrome refers to food poisoning caused by a bacterium called Bacillus cereus. cereus , a bacterium prevalent in the environment. Therefore, while reheating might eliminate other bacteria, it might not be effective against B. Though he survived, the repercussions led to multiple amputations. cereus in food.

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Cyfendus Anthrax Vaccine Wins FDA Approval

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Anthrax is a rare, yet severe disease caused by the bacterium B. While there is no evidence of person-to-person transmission, anthrax skin lesions may be contagious through direct contact or contaminated objects. anthracis , primarily affecting livestock and wild game.