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Taco Bell trims menu as cyclosporiasis outbreak prompts ingredient recalls
world2 hours ago

Taco Bell trims menu as cyclosporiasis outbreak prompts ingredient recalls

Taco Bell has begun removing several produce items—lettuce, cilantro, onion, pico de gallo and guacamole—from certain Detroit-area locations as health officials investigate a cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to produce; Michigan reports nearly 1,000 infections, far above its usual annual total, while the CDC notes Cyclospora can cause explosive, watery diarrhea. There have been no deaths reported, and officials are pursuing the outbreak source as produce recalls continue.

via The Independent|
#cyclospora#cyclosporiasis#michigan
Neon Ties Up with Department M in Major Stake Sale to Expand Indie Studio’s Pipeline
business22 hours ago

Neon Ties Up with Department M in Major Stake Sale to Expand Indie Studio’s Pipeline

Neon has sold a significant stake to Department M, with Neon founder Tom Quinn remaining CEO; Department M will appoint Michael Schaefer as Neon’s chief content officer and Mike Larocca to Neon’s board, while terms were not disclosed. Department M says it will contribute development assets and production-ready projects to Neon. Neon—behind Parasite, Anora and the hit Longlegs—continues to be backed by the Friedkin Group as a major shareholder.

via Variety|
#business#department-m#indie-studio
Cyclospora parasite drives US-wide diarrheal outbreak, CDC reports
health11 days ago

Cyclospora parasite drives US-wide diarrheal outbreak, CDC reports

The CDC is investigating a summer surge of cyclosporiasis caused by Cyclospora cayetanensis, with about 145 people infected across multiple states. The main symptom is watery diarrhea, accompanied by loss of appetite, weight loss, cramping, bloating, nausea and fatigue. Infections are typically linked to contaminated food or water; there is no evidence of person-to-person spread, and most patients had not recently traveled outside the U.S. States including New York, Illinois and Texas report cases, and health authorities are continuing investigations as the cyclosporiasis season (roughly May-August) continues. No deaths have been reported.

via The Independent|
#cdc#cyclospora#cyclosporiasis
Beef Season 2 Turns Netflix Drama Into a Parasite-Style Class Critique
entertainment2 months ago

Beef Season 2 Turns Netflix Drama Into a Parasite-Style Class Critique

Beef season 2 sharpens its Parasite-like critique of wealth disparity as two couples' lives collide after a fight is recorded, revealing how blackmail and ambition propel them—and the rich—while the cycle of capitalism remains unbroken. Netflix's season 2 further explores the moral cost of late-stage capitalism and class envy in a luxury setting.

via SlashFilm|
#beef#capitalism#entertainment
First human brain infection traced to Australian parasite Ophidascaris robertsi
health4 months ago

First human brain infection traced to Australian parasite Ophidascaris robertsi

Doctors in Australia diagnosed a 64-year-old woman with a rare neural larva migrans caused by Ophidascaris robertsi, a parasite native to carpet pythons. After years of lung and organ lesions and progressive neuropsychiatric symptoms, a brain biopsy revealed the worm. She was treated with surgical removal followed by ivermectin and albendazole, plus dexamethasone, leading to resolution of lung and liver lesions and improved memory and mood.

via Live Science|
#australia#case-report#health
Indie Powerhouse Neon in Talks to Sell Stake to Department M
entertainment4 months ago

Indie Powerhouse Neon in Talks to Sell Stake to Department M

Neon, the Oscar-winning indie studio behind Parasite and Anora, is in talks to sell a substantial stake to Department M, a new production outfit formed by Mike Larocca and Michael Schaefer and backed by a consortium of private investors. Neon, founded in 2017 by Tom Quinn, has a credits list including international titles and the horror hit Longlegs, which grossed nearly $130 million. Department M’s slate reportedly includes Blood on Snow and a remake of The Hand That Rocks the Cradle. Both Neon and Department M declined to comment on the negotiations.

via Variety|
#acquisition#anora#department-m
Rat Lungworm Disease Confirmed in Adult on Kauai
health9 months ago

Rat Lungworm Disease Confirmed in Adult on Kauai

The Hawaii Department of Health confirmed a case of rat lungworm disease in an adult on Kauai, marking the first since 2019 on the island. The disease, caused by the parasite Angiostrongylus cantonensis, affects the nervous system and is primarily contracted through ingestion of infected snails, slugs, or contaminated produce. Health officials emphasize the importance of thorough washing of fruits and vegetables and controlling pest populations to prevent infection.

via Honolulu Star-Advertiser|
#disease-prevention#hawaii#health
Kissing bugs and the persistent threat of disease spread in the US
health9 months ago

Kissing bugs and the persistent threat of disease spread in the US

Kissing bugs, which bite around the mouth and eyes, are spreading in the U.S. and can transmit Chagas disease, a potentially fatal illness caused by the parasite Trypanosoma cruzi. The disease has an acute phase that can be cured with medication if caught early, but it can progress to a chronic stage with no cure, often without symptoms. Kissing bugs are found in rural and suburban areas, hiding in homes, and about half carry the parasite, posing a health risk to humans.

via USA Today|
#chagas-disease#health#kissing-bugs
Kissing Bugs Invade Florida Homes, Sucking Blood While We Sleep
health9 months ago

Kissing Bugs Invade Florida Homes, Sucking Blood While We Sleep

Kissing bugs have been found invading homes in Florida, carrying the parasite that causes Chagas disease, which can be life-threatening but is often underreported and asymptomatic. The study highlights the risk of these bugs entering homes to feed on humans and pets, emphasizing the importance of awareness and prevention measures. While no cases of transmission in the US have been confirmed, the presence of infected bugs suggests a potential health concern, especially in less affluent areas.

via yahoo.com|
#chagas-disease#florida#health