Author: Kraken Sense
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How Your AC Can Kill You – Legionnaires’ Disease
Danger lurks in the recesses of your air conditioning unit. A bacteria that attacks the respiratory system can grow in your cooling towers and can affect those who are exposed to the contaminated mist and vapor that comes from them. Legionella pneumophila is the causative agent of legionnaires disease, a specific type of pneumonia that
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The Value of Water in Sanitation and Toilets
For those of us who are living in developed countries, water, sanitation, hygiene, and toilets may not be a big deal. However, approximately 3.6 billion people, mostly those who are living in developing countries, do not have access to water, sanitation, hygiene, and toilets. The fact is, toilets, and the sanitation systems that support them,
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Pathogen Monitoring in Agriculture: Ensuring Safe Irrigation Water
Pathogen contamination in agricultural water sources poses a significant risk to crop safety and human health. Safe irrigation water is essential for maintaining the quality and integrity of crops, as contaminated water can transfer harmful pathogens to plants and, subsequently, to consumers. By implementing effective pathogen detection techniques, farmers and stakeholders can proactively address the
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From Bacteria to Viruses: The Different Pathogens Lurking in Our Water
Water is a vital resource for all living organisms, but it can also serve as a breeding ground for various disease-causing pathogens. Understanding these pathogens and their risks is crucial for safeguarding water supplies and preventing waterborne diseases. Salmonella Salmonella is a genus of bacteria that poses a significant risk to public health. It is
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Salmonella Uncovered: Examining the Common Culprit of Foodborne Illness
Foodborne illnesses pose a significant threat to public health worldwide. Among the various pathogens responsible for these illnesses, Salmonella is one of the most common culprits. This bacterium has gained notoriety for its ability to contaminate a wide range of food products, leading to foodborne outbreaks that threaten public health. Explore the characteristics and sources
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Water Quality Considerations for Preparing Baby Formulas
When it comes to our babies, we all want what’s best for them. This is especially true when it comes to nutrition. However, we have to take into account that the baby’s gut is not as strong as ours. We should be careful what we feed our babies. This rule applies to their formula as
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The True Value of Safe Water: World Water Day
Safe Water is much more important than its Cost How valuable is safe water to you? You may take it for granted, especially if you’ve never tried living without it. But how about for those people who have to walk miles just to fetch some decent water? World Water Day reminds us of the true
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Focusing on Water Pollution as We Celebrate Pollution Prevention Week
Water is essential for life. A person could survive for up to three weeks without food, but they would only last three days without water. With that said, access to clean drinking water is of utmost importance. However, the finite nature of drinking water makes it quite difficult for people to have access to water.
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The Dangers of Going Raw – Salmonella Infection
When food poisoning occurs due to the consumption of raw foods, there are only a few common suspect causative agents. One of which is Salmonella; named after the American Scientist who discovered it in 1885 Dr. Daniel E. Salmon. In the United States alone, the Center for Disease Control or CDC estimates 1.35 million cases
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