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July 1, 2022 – A listeria outbreak that originated in Florida has killed one person and sickened almost two dozen, the CDC reported Thursday. The affected people got sick from January 2021 to June 12, 2022, the CDC said, and "most of the sick people in this outbreak live in or traveled to Florida about a month before they got sick." So far, the federal agency has not identified a food source as the cause of the outbreak. Health officials are interviewing people about what foods they ate. Genetic testing shows that people in the outbreak probably became sickened by the same food, the CDC said. The person who died lived in Illinois. Five people got sick during pregnancy, and one illness resulted in a fetal loss, the CDC said. Twenty-three people were sickened and 22 hospitalized, the CDC said. Twelve people who got sick live in Florida, with New York and Massachusetts reporting two sick people each. Colorado, Georgia, Illinois, Kansas, Minnesota, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania ea...

Skin peeling between the toes has several potential causes. Fungal infection, healing skin, damp environments, and underlying conditions may cause the skin between the toes to peel. This article discusses the causes of skin peeling between the toes, treatment options, prevention strategies, and when to see a healthcare provider. Burak Karademir / Getty Images Causes for Skin Peeling Between the Toes Fungal infection (athlete's foot) is almost always the cause of skin peeling between the toes. You may have other conditions or develop a complication, such as cellulitis. Athlete's Foot Also called tinea pedis , athlete's foot is a skin infection caused by a type of fungus that feeds on old skin cells. The fungus that causes athlete's foot can be found in warm and damp areas like locker rooms, pools, and showers. Anyone can get tinea pedis, whether or not they are an athlete. Possible symptoms include: Peel...

While facial rashes and blemishes can sometimes be attributed to hormones, sometimes your rash and breakouts could actually be the result of a yeast infection. Yeast infections are caused by an overgrowth of Candida albicans , a type of yeast most commonly responsible for yeast infections. While Candida is naturally present on the skin, it becomes a problem when it overgrows to uncontrolled levels and causes an infection. Yeast infections can occur anywhere on the body, including the genitals, fingernails, and mouth. When it affects the face and skin, it's called cutaneous candidiasis. Yeast infections typically require treatment. Home remedies as well as over-the-counter (OTC) and prescription medications can provide symptom relief. Always consult your doctor first before starting treatment on your own. SDI Productions / Getty Images Symptoms The symptoms of a yeast infection vary depending on the body part it affects. When...

Streptococcus pneumoniae is an infectious pathogen associated with considerable morbidity and mortality. It is a gram-positive, anaerobic organism that has more than 100 documented serotypes. 1 S pneumoniae is the most common pathogen responsible for the development of pneumonia, and it is also associated with other infections (eg, otitis, sinusitis). 2 Between 2018 and 2019, the incidence of invasive pneumococcal disease (IPD) was 24 cases per 100,000 in patients aged 65 years and older. 3 IPD can present as pneumonia, meningitis, or bacteremia. 1 Adults who are at least 65 years old and those with certain immunocompromising conditions are at increased risk of developing IPD. In children younger than 2 years, S pneumoniae accounts for 25% to 30% of pneumonia cases and 40% of bacteremia cases. In children younger than 5 years, it is the leading cause of bacterial meningitis. Routine pneumococcal vaccination is associated with a marked reduction in the rate of S pneumoniae infections...

One of the most common and not surprisingly resented forms of fungal infection occurs in the nails, As soon as the monsoon sets in, it brings with it some of the most annoying and prominent fungal infections occurring in different parts of the body. One of the most common and not surprisingly resented forms of fungal infection occurs in the nails. Who doesn't like maintaining pretty nails?  According to a report, approximately 85% of people going for a manicure and pedicure do so to maintain the health of their nails and to show them off, followed by other reasons such as retaining moisture and keeping the hands and feet hydrated.  Must SEE:  Click here to buy Kerassentials  Official Website  Under such conditions, it is only natural for people to turn to supplements and products that guarantee the complete termination of fungal infection and restoration of perfect nai...

Avian influenza viruses, or "bird flu," normally infects, well, birds. But when the virus does infect humans, it can cause more severe illness than other similar influenza viruses.  Research led by the University of Pittsburgh's Jason Shoemaker uses computational modeling to try to understand the body's immune response to avian flu. His latest work, published in the journal Viruses, finds that the levels of interferon may be responsible for its more severe presentation—and may also be the key to treating it.  "It's hard to see what's happening in the human body when it's infected with a virus, but our computational modeling can help us understand the immune system's reaction, and where we might be able to help it do a better job," said Shoemaker, who is an assistant professor of chemical and petroleum engineering at the Swanson School of Engineering. "We need more modeling to really understand what happens to high-risk ...

Dandruff affects tens of millions of people annually, making it one of the most widespread and well-known skin conditions. But because it's so prevalent, scientists know so much about how to treat it that you don't have to suffer from it if you have the right products. As one of the most well-known scalp health brands out there, Head & Shoulders teamed up with beloved scientist (and dandruff-sufferer) Bill Nye to help spread the science about scalp treatment and dandruff and explain how its products can help. Today's Top Deals Not only is the star of Bill Nye the Science Guy and the upcoming Peacock docuseries The End Is Nye  — not to mention CEO of The Planetary Society — one of today's most popular and well-known science communicators but he is unabashed in his admiration for Head & Shoulders' efficacy as a dandruff shampoo. SPY spoke to Nye and Head & Shoulder's head scientist, Dr. Jeni Thomas, to better understand the scienc...