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English E. coli data shows slight decline in cases; 7 outbreaks

The number of E. coli cases in England dropped slightly in 2023 following a huge increase in 2022, according to…

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Europe reports record high E. coli and Listeria levels

Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC) and Listeria infections in Europe are at their highest levels since the start of EU-wide…

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Could nanoplastics in the environment turn E. coli into a bigger villain?

Nanoplastics are everywhere. These fragments are so tiny they can accumulate on bacteria and be taken up by plant roots;…

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Latest data shows huge spike in E. coli infections in England

More than 2,000 cases of Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC) were reported in England in 2022, an increase of almost…

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Mini Éclairs recalled in Canada after testing finds E. coli

Poppies Bakeries LLC is recalling Poppies brand Mini Éclairs from the marketplace because of possible generic E. coli contamination. This…

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UKHSA publishes report on major E. coli outbreak in 2022

A long-awaited report into one of the largest E. coli O157 outbreaks in the United Kingdom has finally been published…

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Researchers describe spike in English E. coli infections

Scientists have reported a substantial increase in non-O157 Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC) infections in England in recent years. A study assessed how…

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Latvian E. coli investigation makes progress as patient count hits 60

At least 60 Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC) infections are being investigated in Latvia. The country’s Center for Disease Prevention…

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Researchers study E. coli cases to boost HUS knowledge

Scientists have studied E. coli cases in Ireland to try and gain new insights into factors associated with serious infections.…

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E. coli findings prompt Australian salad recalls

Several retailers in Australia have issued recalls because of the risk of E. coli contamination in fresh produce. Spinach and…

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