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New Jersey American Water says E. coli was detected in Well 6 on June 17 -- a source of water for the impacted areas -- but it has not been found in its distribution system.
New research shows nanoplastics increase pathogen risk, affecting E. coli virulence and gene transfer, posing health hazards.
The level of E. coli found in Delaware Creek and Swan Creek in Toledo is still elevated, the latest water test results show, but conditions are improving.
Swallowing or swimming in water contaminated with high levels of E. coli can cause stomach cramps, diarrhea, fever, nausea, vomiting and, in severe cases, kidney failure.
Label of ground beef product that may contain E. coli, according to USDA. Courtesy of the USDA So far, there have been no confirmed reports of illness, according to the alert.
Federal officials warn ground beef recently sold at Michigan Whole Foods could have E. coli. The product is no longer for sale, but customers may still have it in refrigerators or freezers. The U ...
A 2-year-old girl contracted E. coli at an Oklahoma lake and is now fighting for her life as complications from the infection takes its toll on her body, her family says. “ It’s a nightmare ...
The raw ground beef from Organic Rancher tested positive for E. coli. The beef is no longer for sale, but may still be in your fridge or freezer —return or toss it.
Escherichia coli (E. coli) is a common bacterium that lives in the intestines of animals and humans, and it is often used to identify fecal contamination within the environment. E. coli can also ...
Allegan County warned residents to not swim at West Side County Park beach after testing found high E. coli levels.