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health17 hours ago•39 min saved

Kebab Shop beef kofta linked to E. coli prompts public health alert

The USDA FSIS issued a public health alert for beef kofta sold at The Kebab Shop in California, Florida and Texas due to potential E. coli contamination. The kofta, produced by Olympia Food Industries in Illinois in January, is no longer sold, so a recall was not issued. Consumers who ate the product should discard leftovers and seek medical care if they develop symptoms of E. coli infection. Those with questions can contact the USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline; cooking to safe internal temperatures is advised to prevent illness.

via Yahoo News New Zealand|

#beef-kofta #e-coli #fsis

public-health2 days ago•30 min saved

FSIS Issues Health Alert Over Beef Kofta Linked to E. coli Outbreak at The Kebab Shop

FSIS issued a Public Health Alert after raw beef kofta produced by Olympia Food Industries (dba Olympia Foods; Franklin Park, IL) tested positive for E. coli O157:H7 and is linked to California illnesses (9 cases; onset Mar 27–Apr 30, 2026). The kofta was served at The Kebab Shop locations in CA, TX, and FL; The Kebab Shop stopped selling the product on May 18, 2026; no recall was requested because the product is no longer available for purchase. Consumers should discard any leftovers and cook ground beef to 160°F. For questions, contact The Kebab Shop or USDA MP Hotline.

via fsis.usda.gov|

#beef-kofta #e-coli #food-safety

health4 days ago•4 min saved

San Diego County Confirms Two Local E. coli Cases Linked to Kebab Shop Outbreak

San Diego County reports two local E. coli infections as part of a statewide kebab shop outbreak; public health officials, with the CDC, are investigating and advising precautions to prevent further cases.

via San Diego County News Center|

#e-coli #health #kebab-shop

health4 days ago•5 min saved

E. coli outbreak linked to The Kebab Shop beef kofta sparks California health investigation

California health officials are investigating a Shiga toxin–producing E. coli O157:H7 outbreak tied to seasoned ground beef kofta sold at The Kebab Shop across California. Nine people have been infected, with illness onset from March 27 to April 30; two cases occurred in San Diego County (one hospitalized, now released). Five people were hospitalized and two developed hemolytic uremic syndrome; no deaths reported. The Kebab Shop paused sales of grilled beef kofta nationwide and says only this product is implicated. Authorities say distribution appeared limited to The Kebab Shop while investigations continue. Consumers who ate beef kofta and show symptoms within 10 days are urged to contact a healthcare provider, discard leftovers, and ensure beef is cooked to 160°F.

via NBC 7 San Diego|

#beef-kofta #e-coli #health

health-and-medicine1 month ago•5 min saved

From skincare staple to potential antibiotic: madecassic acid fights drug-resistant bacteria

University of Kent researchers (with UCL) found madecassic acid, a Centella asiatica–derived compound used in skincare, can halt growth of antibiotic‑resistant E. coli by targeting the bacterial cytochrome bd complex; modified versions showed stronger effects, hinting at a new antimicrobial path and potential skincare microbiome implications.

via ScienceDaily|

#antibiotic-resistance #centella-asiatica #cytochrome-bd-complex

food-and-drink1 month ago•14 min saved

Bagged Greens Pose Real Safety Risks, Experts Warn

A HuffPost piece explains that prewashed bagged greens are among the riskiest grocery items due to contamination by pathogens like E. coli, listeria, and salmonella, which can spread across the supply chain. Washing at home doesn’t reliably remove these pathogens, and mixing greens from multiple farms in processing can amplify spread. For safer shopping, check recalls and expiration dates, choose visibly fresh bags with minimal moisture, minimize temperature changes, and refrigerate properly; buying whole heads of lettuce or spinach can reduce risk. If you must buy bagged greens, follow precautionary steps and discard any bags that show signs of spoilage or recalls.

via HuffPost|

#bagged-greens #contamination #e-coli

environment3 months ago•4 min saved

Raw sewage spill shuts Potomac to recreation as cleanup stretches on

A major raw-sewage spill from a collapsed Potomac pipe near Cabin John (Jan. 19) has led to a river-use ban: no swimming, fishing, boating, or pet contact, as cleanup continues with DC Water using bypass pumps and a temporary canal. About 40 million gallons leaked daily at first; drinking water remains safe since intakes are upstream. E. coli near the spill spiked to 26x EPA limits, though downstream testing was safe; other bacteria linked to infections were detected. Repairs are hindered by rock in the line and could take weeks, and officials warn the river's long-term environmental impact may be significant, with renewed advisories likely as weather warms.

via Axios|

#dc-water #e-coli #environment

health3 months ago•14 min saved

Virginia Issues Potomac River Recreational Advisory After Sewage Spill

The Virginia Department of Health issued a recreational water advisory for the Potomac River after a sewage pipe ruptured January 19 and a subsequent discharge was reported February 7, with E. coli levels thousands of times higher than safe. The advisory covers a 72.5‑mile stretch from the American Legion Memorial Bridge to the Governor Harry W. Nice Memorial Bridge, urging Virginia residents and pets to avoid water activities like swimming, wading, tubing or kayaking. Repairs are expected to take four to six weeks; drinking water supplies have not shown impacts. For updates, visit the DC Water and Virginia Department of Health sites.

via ARLnow|

#e-coli #health #potomac-river

healthcare3 months ago•21 min saved

Birth and gut bacteria may drive rise in young-onset bowel cancer

Researchers say bowel cancer in people under 50 is rising sharply and may be driven by early-life gut bacteria and environmental exposures, including an E. coli strain that produces a genotoxin; diet, obesity, birth practices (like cesarean delivery), antibiotics, and other factors are being studied to explain the trend and inform prevention.

via The Times|

#birth #bowel-cancer #e-coli

health4 months ago•24 min saved

Meat and UTIs: Can what you eat affect infection risk?

A Washington Post Well+Being article explains that urinary tract infections are usually caused by bacteria, most often E. coli, and that research suggests these bacteria may originate from meat in some cases. The piece emphasizes food-safety practices and proper meat handling/cooking as potential ways to reduce risk, noting that this link may influence those with recurrent UTIs.

via The Washington Post|

#bacterial-infections #e-coli #food-safety

science4 months ago•2 min saved

Spaceflight Drives Bacteria-Phage Evolution, Boosting Attack on Drug-Resistant Infections

ISS experiments with Escherichia coli and T7 phage (plus Earth controls) over ~25 days show spaceflight–driven mutations in bacterial stress responses and surface proteins, prompting phage adaptations that continue to kill bacteria. Some space-specific phage mutations were especially effective against antibiotic‑resistant, UTI-causing strains, offering insights to engineer potent phages on Earth; findings published in PLOS Biology.

via ScienceAlert|

#antibiotic-resistance #bacteriophage #e-coli

space-exploration4 months ago•50 min saved

Microgravity reshapes phage–bacteria battles on the ISS

A Space.com study compared T7 phage infections of E. coli in identical setups on the ISS and on Earth. In microgravity, infection slowed at short incubation times due to reduced fluid mixing and host stress, but after 23 days the infection could still proceed with fewer bacteria. The research also found microgravity-specific mutations in the phage genome, suggesting space conditions steer phage–host evolution differently. These results have implications for spaceflight microbiology and potentially for Earth-based phage therapies, though more work is needed to assess long-term health risks for astronauts.

via Space|

#bacteriophages #e-coli #international-space-station

science4 months ago•3 min saved

Spaceflight Changes How Bacteriophages Evolve with Bacteria

Scientists aboard the International Space Station studied T7 phages infecting E. coli and found that microgravity slows the initial infection but drives unique co-evolution, with mutations arising in space that are not common on Earth; findings imply space environments shape microbial evolution and could inform Earth-based phage therapies against drug-resistant infections.

via Gizmodo|

#bacteriophages #e-coli #evolution

health4 months ago•1 min saved

Idaho Company Recalls 3,000 Pounds of Ground Beef Over E. coli Risk

An Idaho company recalled nearly 3,000 pounds of ground beef due to potential E. coli contamination, with no confirmed illnesses reported. The recall involves vacuum-sealed packages produced in December, and consumers are advised to discard or return the product and cook ground beef to 160°F to ensure safety.

via ABC News|

#e-coli #food-safety #ground-beef-recall

public-health4 months ago•1 min saved

Idaho Company Recalls 3,000 Pounds of Ground Beef Over E. coli Risk

An Idaho-based company recalled nearly 3,000 pounds of ground beef due to potential E. coli contamination, with no confirmed illnesses reported. The affected products were produced in December and shipped to multiple states, and consumers are advised to discard or return the meat and cook ground beef to 160°F to ensure safety.

via Yahoo Finance|

#e-coli #food-safety #ground-beef-recall