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Your filthy Apple Watch band could kill you, study finds

A new study has found that worrying levels of bacteria can be found on Apple Watch bands.

iMore

Apple Watch and Fitbit straps ‘carry high levels of harmful bacteria’

Study finds E Coli bacteria common on cloth, plastic and rubber wristbands

Evening Standard

'Flesh-eating' bacteria kill 3 in New York and Connecticut

One person in New York and two in Connecticut recently died from the dangerous bacterial infection.

LiveScience

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What to know about eating raw oysters safely

Oysters that contain Vibrio do not ‘look, smell, or even taste different from any other oyster,’ CDC states

The Independent UK

Cooking food properly and avoiding salad could cut antibiotic resistance – study

The measures could prevent bacteria-carrying resistance genes from getting into the gut, researchers said.

The Independent UK

Rare flesh-eating bacteria kill three in New York and Connecticut

Authorities issue warnings about eating raw shellfish and exposure of wounds to salt or brackish water after vibriosis deaths

The Guardian - US

Bibby Stockholm: legionella is not the only health threat on the asylum barge

Just days after being moved in, people seeking asylum were removed from the Bibby Stockholm accommodation barge due to legionella bacteria on board. Dorset council, where the barge is located, has raised concerns that delays in removing people increased their risk of exposure to the potentially fatal bacteria.

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Wristbands are breeding ground for harmful bacteria, finds study

In an era where wearable technology is becoming increasingly popular, a recent study has shed light on an unexpected concern regarding wristbands. According to a new study, wristbands, including fitness trackers, smartwatches, and decorative accessories, have been found to harbor harmful bacteria such as E. coli and Staphylococcus. This revelation…

The Times of India

Making the most out of boreal plant resources

Plants produce molecules to interact with their environment and protect themselves against external threats. These molecules can also have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties, some of which are beneficial to human health. These properties are valued by traditional medicines and inspire the development of medicinal products by contemporary chemists.

The Conversation

Three people in New York area die from bacterial infection linked to oysters and seawater

One person died in Suffolk County on Long Island and two other victims were from Connecticut

The Independent UK

More than half of life on Earth is found in soil – here's why that's important

A recent study has found that soil is home to 59% of all life on Earth, from an insect feeding on the soil surface to a tiny microbe nestled in a soil pore. This discovery crowns soil as the most biodiverse habitat on the planet.

The Conversation

What can you do about bad body odor in the backcountry?

Body odor is a natural by-product of having fun in nature, but there are things you can do to minimize offensive smells

Advnture

DH Lifelabs Sciaire + HEPA Air Purifier review

If you’re after a large and impressive air purifier that performs well at removing bacteria and viruses, the DH Lifelabs Sciaire + HEPA Air Purifier could be perfect for you.

LiveScience

Two Connecticut deaths linked to bacteria found in raw shellfish

Connecticut's health department says two residents have died this summer from infections linked to a bacteria found in raw shellfish or seawater

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Study: Bacteria Can Help Trees Survive Drought

Researchers find that bacteria help trees cope with water shortages and in return, benefit from tree root secretions.

Inverse

Scientists Nailed Down The One Ingredient That Makes Mozzarella Cheese So Delicious

Researchers in Italy analyzed the bacteria composition of two buffalo mozzarella makers in Campania.

The National (Scotland)

Rishi Sunak defends use of Bibby Stockholm despite deadly bacteria find

PRIME Minister Rishi Sunak has defended the UK Government’s decision to accommodate migrants on the Bibby Stockholm barge - despite deadly…

The Independent UK

Migrants could return to Bibby Stockholm in next few days, says minister

Will Quince also said safety concerns are paramount following the discovery of the Legionella bacteria on the accommodation barge.

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The Independent UK

Bibby Stockholm: Timeline of government chaos over controversial migrant barge

Row erupts over response to discovery of Legionella bacteria on barge as asylum seekers evacuated just days after boarding vessel

Evening Standard

OPINION - The Standard View: ‘Small boats week’ marked by tragedy and farce

The Government’s ‘small boats week’ descended into farce on Friday, as asylum seekers were taken off the Bibby Stockholm barge after traces of Legionella bacteria were found in the onboard water system.

LiveScience

Relatives of the 1st mitochondria may be living in geothermal hot springs today

Scientists say they've identified a potential living relative of the ancient microbe that gave rise to the "powerhouse of the cell."

Evening Standard

Bibby Stockholm: Health secretary claims asylum seekers was cleared as soon as ministers knew of Legionella

Government facing questions after council claims officials told of bacteria four days before asylum claimants moved

The Guardian - UK

Contractors told about legionella on day asylum seekers boarded barge

Dorset council says it flagged test results about potentially deadly bacteria on Monday, but evacuation didn’t take place until four days later

The Guardian - UK

Bibby Stockholm legionella cleanup could take a week, says expert

Asylum seekers were evacuated from vessel after detection of bacteria that can cause legionnaires’ disease

The Independent UK

Six dead and dozens rescued after migrant boat capsizes in Channel as search continues

Migrants were using shoes to bail water out of the sinking boat, according to one volunteer

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