Shigella

How are Food Poisoning Outbreaks Investigated?

Bacillus,Botulism,Campylobacter,Cyclospora,E. coli,Hep A,Legionella,Listeria,Norovirus,Outbreaks & Recalls,Salmonella,Shigella,Staphyloccocous,Vibrio,Yersinia | August 16, 2018

Public health and regulatory officials respond to foodborne disease outbreaks much the same way that police officers respond to crime. They must work swiftly, collecting as much helpful information in the smallest amount of time possible in order to take… read more

The Rise of Infectious Disease Outbreaks (and What You Can Do to Stop It!)

Campylobacter,Outbreaks & Recalls,Salmonella,Shigella | August 15, 2018

Ebola. MERS. Nipah virus. Lassa fever. E. coli. Zika. Rift Valley fever. Food poisoning. We are deep in a war against viruses and bacteria. The month of June saw well over its fair share of active disease and illness outbreaks,… read more

Shigella Withstands the Perilous Journey from Mouth to Colon

Outbreaks & Recalls,Shigella | August 14, 2018

Bacteria has to survive the treacherous journey from the mouth to the colon before causing havoc in the human intestinal system. It takes a special kind of bacteria to pull itself through this journey and still make us sick, considering… read more

The Scoop on Poop: Why Your Fecal Matter Matters

Campylobacter,Cyclospora,E. coli,Listeria,Norovirus,Outbreaks & Recalls,Salmonella,Shigella,Staphyloccocous,Vibrio | June 23, 2018

When a tummy ache becomes serious enough that your over-the-counter treatments and home remedies are just not doing the trick, it might be time to see a doctor.  If you find yourself in a doctor’s office or emergency room as… read more