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The number of dogs killed after eating toxic algae from the banks of our rivers and lakes used to be tracked by Nelson's Cawthron Institute. But as that figure crept into the hundreds, researchers lost count. Now, it's not just dogs getting sick. In the past decade, nearly 40 people in the Bay of Plenty and Lakes districts have become ill from what the local public health unit suspects is shellfish contaminated with cyanotoxins – originating from that same algae. "These are some of the most lethal natural compounds. We should take them seriously," Cawthron senior freshwater scientist Susie Wood said. READ MORE: * Scientists track the changing colour in one of New Zealand's most polluted lakes * High-protein algae the focus of $3m global study led by New Zealand scientists * Rain needed to get rid of toxic Waihao River algae With temperatures rising and waters warming, she feared the problem would only get worse, and eventually, it could be a person that dies...

Lymphangitis is an infection of the lymph vessels that carry lymphatic fluid throughout the body. Lymphangitis usually requires antibiotic treatment. Skin infections are the most common cause of lymphangitis. The body's lymph fluid and the lymphatic system help a person to fight infections. Usually, lymph fluid travels to an infection site to deliver lymphocytes to help fight the infection. Lymphocytes are white blood cells. Sometimes, infected lymph fluid in one area of the body travels to the lymph vessels, causing lymphangitis. In this article, learn more about the causes and symptoms of lymphangitis, as well as how doctors diagnose and treat it. Lymphangitis is a type of secondary infection, which means it happens because of another infection. When the infection travels from the original site to the lymph vessels, the vessels become inflamed and infected. Bacterial infections are the most common cause of lymphangitis. Lymphangitis due to a viral or fungal infection is also poss...

An ear infection—also called otitis media —is an infection in the middle ear, the air-filled space behind the eardrum. Acute otitis media is an ear infection that comes on quickly. An ear infection usually results from viruses, bacteria, a combination of viruses and bacteria, or allergies. Ear infections are not contagious, but the colds, sore throats, and respiratory infections that often precede them are. Most ear infections are easy to treat, but if symptoms become severe or are accompanied by a fever, you may need medical attention. Ear infections are most common in children, with more than 80% of kids having one by the time they're 3 years old. But they can also occur in adults. This article will discuss the causes of ear infections, whether ear infections are contagious, symptoms, and treatment. aquaArts studio / Getty Images Causes Ear infections are generally caused by infections with viruses and bacteria. Some viru...

Pitted keratolysis is a bacterial infection of the skin that affects the soles of the feet or the palms of the hands. People with physical jobs that require them to wear enclosed footwear for extended periods, such as those working as farmers or soldiers, may be more likely to develop the infection because bacteria thrive in dark, moist conditions. In this article, learn more about pitted keratolysis, including its causes, symptoms, and treatment. Share on Pinterest Pitted keratolysis can affect both the feet and hands. Image credit: Evan Saap, 2016 Pitted keratolysis is a bacterial infection of the skin. It can affect the palms of the hands and, more commonly, the soles of the feet, particularly the weight-bearing areas. This infection causes small depressions, or pits, in the top layer of the skin. It can also lead to a bad smell. Pitted keratolysis usually affects people who wear enclosed warm footwear for long periods, including soldiers, sailors, and athletes. It also tends to be ...

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Allow us to introduce you to this week's Pet of the Week from the Vanderburgh Humane Society. Meet Thomas. Hi, I'm Thomas! I'm a laid back, snuggly 3-year-old. I was found roaming outdoors, but that's no life for me! I would love to have a family and a warm bed of my own. Give me some chin scratches and I'll repay you with a lifetime of unconditional love and purrs. Come visit me at the Vanderburgh Humane Society! My adoption fee is $80 and includes my neuter, microchip, and vaccines. Fill out the adoption form at  vhslifesaver.org . Look what the Vanderburgh Humane Society has been up to. Wanna watch cats playing LIVE 24/7 (if they're not sleeping) on their new Petcube Play in the Cageless Cat Lounge and at the River Kitty Cat Cafe. Download the free Petcube app, create an account, and find "VHS Cat Lounge." The camera runs all the time and if you turn your phone to landscape, you can control the built-in laser pointer and play with...

What Is Red Tide? A "red tide" is a type of harmful algal bloom, or HAB. It happens when algae grow so much in an area of the ocean that it discolors the water, often with a reddish or reddish-brown color. These red tides can make substances that are toxic to fish, marine animals, birds, and humans. They usually happen in the late summer and early fall. Not all algae blooms are bad. Sometimes they are part of the natural cycle of the ocean and simply provide a food source for certain types of sea life. What Causes Red Tide? Algae types known to produce red tide include Karenia brevis, Alexandrium catenella , and Alexandrium fundyense . A red tide happens when one of them grows out of control. Scientists still don't know the exact combination of things that cause this uncontrolled growth. In general, higher temperatures plus more rain combined with less wind than normal make changes in the seawater. They make it warmer, saltier, and allow more nutrients to collect. Runoff ...

KFC has revealed it's planning to open at least five new restaurants across Suffolk. The fried chicken giant has recently made a list of 'target locations' across the UK public and it turns out hundreds of spots up and down the country are being eyed for potential new restaurants. There's no guarantee that KFC will actually open new restaurants at any of the five proposed locations in Suffolk, but the chain says all the places on the list are "live targets". Read more: Aldi, Morrisons and Tesco among supermarkets to recall products due to salmonella fears KFC even take suggestions from the public on where they should move to next, and could add heavily requested areas to their list of "live targets". The brand say on their website: "Target Locations are all of the spots across the UK & Ireland that we're looking to open restaurants. "Have an opportunity in mind that's not on the list? We're still interested, simply ...

If a new variant of Covid-19 wasn't enough to worry Londoners, some people are now reporting a new 'weird stomach virus' going around that makes you poo and vomit. Omicron's grip on the capital city has caused Covid cases to rocket in recent weeks, but it looks like there might be another virus joining the party. Taking to Reddit, many Londoners have reported horrendous diarrhoea and vomiting. READ MORE: Mum, 35, suffering from a stomach bug dies suddenly on holiday One Londoner asked: "Any Londoners had this stomach virus going around? "Had pure watery diarrhoea for nearly a week, every time I eat I end up on the loo." Londoners have reported the bug giving them diarrhoea and vomiting In reply, another said: "I've had this. It was the worst; the world was literally flying out my a**e whilst I was being sick into the sink, I would not recommend it at all. "Edit: I had Covid a month ago then two weeks after I...

Nine multistate Salmonella outbreaks in 2021 sickened more than 1,200 Americans and hospitalized 250, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The only Salmonella outbreak that has continued into 2022 is the Salmonella Oranienburg outbreak linked to fresh onions imported from Mexico. All of these outbreaks were linked to a specific product, and all were associated with at least one recall or public health alert. The outbreaks include: Plainville Farms ground turkey Salmonella Hadar outbreak In this outbreak, 33 people in 14 states were sickened and four were hospitalized. The patient case count by state was: Arizona (1), Connecticut (2), Indiana (1), Maine (1), Maryland (1), Massachusetts (7), Missouri (2), New Hampshire (1), New Jersey (3), New York (4), North Carolina (3), Pennsylvania (4), Vermont (1), and Virginia (2). Illness onset dates ranged from December 28, 2020 to April 22, 2021. Four people were hospitalized. The patient age range wa...

Introduction Antimicrobial resistance is a major health-related issue of global concern. Long-term monitoring of bacterial resistance is important for implementing effective control measures. 1 Standardized and rational use of antibiotics can effectively reduce the occurrence of antimicrobial resistance. 1 The report of antimicrobial resistance surveillance, including antimicrobial resistance genotypes and molecular epidemiological data, was very valuable for the global infection control strategy. 2 At present monitoring systems for antimicrobial resistance in China operate at the national, provincial and hospital levels. 3 Hubei Province is located in central China and has 13 prefectural administrative regions under its jurisdiction. The Statistics Bureau of Hubei Province reports that in 1998, the permanent population of Hubei Province was 58.91 million, and by the end of 2018, this number was 59.17 million. Of this population, 35.68 million people lived in towns, and 23.49 ...