Unraveling a hidden cause of UTIs — plus how to prevent them
New research shows that one of the most common infections in women may be linked to our food supply. Here's what to know to protect yourself.
E. coli
Some Romaine Is OK To Eat, But Beware California, CDC Says
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention traced an ongoing E. coli outbreak to the Central Coastal region of California. If you're sure your lettuce was grown elsewhere, you can eat it.
Beware The Thanksgiving Salad: CDC Says No Romaine Lettuce Is Safe
A new outbreak of E. coli has hit dozens of people in 11 states. No deaths have been reported, but the CDC says consumers should not eat any romaine lettuce until more is learned about the outbreak.
What Sparked An E. Coli Outbreak In Lettuce? Scientists Trace A Surprising Source
Vegetable farmers in Yuma, Ariz., are asking whether they can co-exist in the same valley with a large cattle feedlot. Those cattle are blamed for contaminating Romaine with toxic E. coli bacteria.
To Rinse Or Not To Rinse: How Washing Some Foods Can Help You Avoid Illness
Rinsing foods doesn't always prevent foodborne illness and can sometimes make the risks worse. Here's what the science says about which foods you should run water over and why.
Romaine Lettuce: Don't Eat It!
Just to be safe, the CDC is telling consumers to "throw out" all romaine lettuce, including whole heads, because of an E. coli outbreak that has infected at least 61 people and hospitalized 31.
E.Coli Outbreak Linked To Romaine Lettuce Spreads To 16 States
A report by the CDC said the bacteria has infected at least 53 people, including 31 who have been hospitalized. The agency's advice: Throw out pre-cut romaine lettuce grown in Yuma, Ariz.
Biologists Trace Genetic Roots Of Evolution, One Cell At A Time
E.coli bacteria, each cell trapped in a tiny tube, are giving researchers the chance to study the pace and effects of single genetic mutations. Most mutations, the scientists find, aren't harmful.
Cookie Dough Blues: How E. Coli Is Sneaking Into Our Forbidden Snack
Most people know not to eat raw cookie dough. But now it's serious: 46 people have now been sickened with E. coli-tainted flour. Here's how contamination might be occurring.