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Health officials trace E. coli cases to stock show
November 21, 2009 9:16 AM
Colorado health officials say a Denver-area E. coli outbreak in January and February was likely caused by exposure to animals at the National Western Stock Show in Denver. A report Friday from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment says the outbreak probably originated in a "Feed the... more » -
Young children are at risk for E.coli at petting zoos
September 20, 2009 11:35 AM
One of Britain's top microbiologists has advised parents that children under five shouldn't be allowed to touch or feed animals at petting zoos. Professor Hugh Pennington said no matter how vigilant parents were; young children would inevitably put their fingers in their mouths - putting them at greater risk to... more » -
Fed study pinpoints Fountain Creek E. coli source
September 6, 2009 7:05 AM
After years of unexplained, random jumps in the levels of bacteria in Fountain Creek, federal officials believe they've found the likely culprit: pigeons. Researchers with the U.S. Geological Survey examined a 12-mile stretch of the creek and found high levels of E. Coli below Manitou Springs. Researchers tested to see... more »
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