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Extreme flooding

Extreme Flooding Can Up Exposure to Pathogens

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Increase in levels of E. coli in bayou water samples compared with historical levels
Possible Escherichia coli contamination has triggered the recall of ground beef products made from chuck that were sold at Publix Super Markets in Florida.

Ground Chuck Products Recalled by Publix Super Markets

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Recall due to possible E. coli O26 contamination, USDA officials say
After cesarean delivery

Skin Microbiota Differ for Obese, Non-Obese Undergoing C-Section

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Obese women have significantly higher bacterial biomass of lower diversity at the incision site
For solid organ transplant recipients

C. difficile Tied to Increased Graft Loss in Solid Organ Recipients

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Proven infections, antibiotic treatments in past three months tied to increased development of CDI
Some types of bacteria are developing tolerance of alcohol-based hand sanitizers used in hospitals

Some Bacteria Now More Tolerant of Alcohol-Based Sanitizers

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Enterococci bacteria surviving exposure for longer periods of time
A Wisconsin man had his lower legs and hands amputated after developing a rare blood infection caused by bacteria in dog saliva.

Dog’s Saliva Caused Bacterial Infection Leading to Amputations

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Patient probably contracted infection from being licked by his dog
Very low-quality evidence supports screening for elevated bacteria levels in urine during the first trimester for non-symptomatic pregnant women

Weak Recommendation to Screen for Bacteriuria in Pregnancy

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Canadian guideline addresses asymptomatic, low-risk pregnant women during the first trimester
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention offers guidance for health care professionals on reporting foodborne illnesses.

Guidance Provided for Reporting Foodborne Illness

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Health care professionals should generally report foodborne illness to county, city health department
There have been 12 reported cases of people in the United States becoming sick after eating fresh crab meat from Venezuela

FDA: Illnesses Tied to Fresh Crab Meat Imported From Venezuela

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Illnesses appear to be caused by Vibrio parahaemolyticus bacteria
Federal

Vegetable Trays Tainted With Cyclospora Put Seven in Hospital

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185 laboratory-confirmed cases of cyclosporiasis in persons who reported consuming vegetable trays