According to the CDC, Campylobacter causes an estimated 1.3 million diarrheal illnesses in the United States each year. From January 2016 through February 2018, 118 people, including 29 pet store employees, were infected. The investigation of the outbreak began in August of previous year after the Florida Department of Health notified the CDC of campylobacteriosis infections that stemmed from ... [Full Article...]
Mazor Robotics (NASDAQ: MZOR ) last released its earnings results on Thursday, August 2nd. Finally, B. Riley initiated coverage on Mazor Robotics in a research report on Thursday, October 6th. Global X Management Co LLC raised its holdings in shares of Mazor Robotics by 19.7% during the second quarter. "The acquisition of Mazor adds robotic-assisted guidance systems to our expanding portfol... [Full Article...]
Asians and Native Americans were relatively less likely to have or at least be given an Alzheimer's diagnosis, with respective rates of 8.4 and 9.1 percent of the populations being struck. Thanks to widespread support for research, more people are surviving diseases like cancer and HIV/AIDS than ever before. While Alzheimer's is the fifth leading cause of death for Americans aged 65 years and ... [Full Article...]
Specialists have found that changing the social behaviour of octopuses resembles a human, but for unknown reasons, while it is suppressed. Four male and female octopuses were placed in a tank that contained a liquefied version of ecstasy, and then transferred individually onto three-chambered tanks. [Full Article...]
The Little Pee Dee River rose almost 3 feet (1 meter) over the same time. Authorities confirm two detainees drowned when a van was swept away in rising flood waters in SC. Floodwaters in North Carolina were still quite high as of September 19. The South Carolina State Law Enforcement Division is now investigating the matter, according to the report. [Full Article...]
And yogurts marketed toward children also had very high sugar, 10.8 grams. Yogurts, particularly those marketed towards children have been found to contain high levels of sugar. It is important to note, the publicly available nutritional content does not differentiate between naturally occurring sugars and added sugars. This is "concerning" given the rise in childhood obesity and the prevale... [Full Article...]
Cornell says a prominent professor of food research has resigned after an investigation found he committed academic misconduct. The journal's announcement almost doubled the number of papers he's had retracted - now 13 - according to a database maintained by Retraction Watch , a blog that covers retractions in the scientific community. [Full Article...]
Health officials are alerting pet owners and veterinarians that certain flea and tick treatments might put dogs and cats at an increased risk of neurologic issues, including seizures. Meds in this class include Bravecto, Credelio, Nexgard and Simparica. If your pet has had an adverse reaction to one of these drugs, first consult your vet. [Full Article...]