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Some food contamination starts in the soil

Scienmag

Credit: Matt Limmer When most people hear “food contamination,” they think of bacteria present on unwashed fruits or vegetables, or undercooked meat. However, there are other ways for harmful contaminants to be present in food products.

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Gerber baby formula recalled due to bacteria concerns

Medical Xpress

which makes Gerber Good Start SootheProTM Powdered Infant Formula, has recalled the product over concerns about contamination with a potentially dangerous bacteria. Perrigo Co.,

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Water stagnation: Preventing contamination of water systems in vacated buildings

Pharmaceutical Technology

Returning occupants are at risk of exposure to harmful bacteria. Corroding pipework that has resulted from stagnation can further contaminate water systems with the presence of metals such as lead and copper. If you find bacteria, then you know you have a problem. Water systems management to avoid stagnation. “The

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Cronobacter Sakazakii: The Bacteria Behind the Baby Formula Shortage

XTalks

Cronobacter sakazakii , the bacteria linked to recent baby formula shortages and the Abbott infant formula recall, could soon join the federal disease watchlist. Also known as Enterobacter sakazakii , Cronobacter sakazakii is a bacteria that can cause severe infections, particularly in infants, and is associated with high mortality rates.

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

XTalks

FL OZ (9 mL) nasal spray bottles to be contaminated with the bacteria, Providencia rettgeri. is known for its brand of anti-snoring over-the-counter products. Consumers who have purchased this lot (2372/21222) of SnoreStop should stop using the product immediately and arrange for a refund or a replacement.

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FDA Issues First Injunction of its Product Safety Rule

XTalks

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued its first injunction under the Produce Safety Rule against Fortune Food Product Inc., an Illinois-based processor of sprouts and soy products. Fortune Food Product did not respond to Xtalks’ request for comment.

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Warning of counterfeit ivermectin tablets sold via social media

Sciensano

Investigations show that these counterfeit ivermectin tablets are systematically underdosed or seriously contaminated with bacteria. In addition to the immediate risks of self-medicating with such a product, the improper use and incorrect dosing of ivermectin can also cause parasite resistance.