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Bacterial Infection

Impetigo: What You Need To Know About The "School Disease" Impetigo: What You Need To Know About The "School Disease"
Impetigo: What You Need To Know About The "School Disease" Impetigo is a common bacterial skin infection that mostly affects children, though anyone can get it through contact with someone who is infected. The name stems from impetere, meaning “to attack” in Latin, as it is one of the most contagious skin infections that exists today. While impetigo usually isn’t too serious, it can lead to complications if left untreated. Let’s go through everything you need to know about impetigo, including its causes, symptoms, and how to treat it. Causes of Impetigo Impetigo is a bacterial infection on the outer layers of the skin, usually affecting the face,…
4.9 Million Containers Of Popular Multi-Purpose Cleaner Recalled Due To Risk Of Bacteria Exposu 4.9 Million Containers Of Popular Multi-Purpose Cleaner Recalled Due To Risk Of Bacteria Exposu
4.9 Million Containers Of Popular Multi-Purpose Cleaner Recalled Due To Risk Of Bacteria Exposu A recall has been issued for 4.9 million containers of a popular brand of multi-purpose cleaners due to the risk of bacteria exposure. The recalled Fabuloso Multi-Purpose Cleaner products can contain Pseudomonas species bacteria, including Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Pseudomonas fluorescens, which are environmental organisms found widely in soil and water, parent company Colgate-Palmotive the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Wednesday, Feb. 8.  "People with weakened immune systems, external medical devices, or underlying lung conditions who are exposed to the ba…