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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. The outbreak was caused by the bacterium Escherichia coli O157:H7, a strain of E.

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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. Cyfendus functions by stimulating the production of antibodies targeted against the protective antigen protein.