Campylobacter surveillance may be improved
Researchers have used data on the weather and Campylobacter on farms in Norway to see if it could help with outbreak surveillance. Models showed statistically significant relationships, matching the hypothesis that weather patterns and the presence of Campylobacter on broiler farms are associated with modest rises in the illness consultation burden in Norwegian municipalities. Sharing of data […]
Nations highlight the role of the food sector and risk of resistant infections
Nations have highlighted the role of the food sector and risk of resistant infections as part of World Antimicrobial Awareness Week. World Antimicrobial Awareness Week 2022, which began Nov. 18 and runs to Nov. 24, focuses on the actions needed to tackle antimicrobial resistance (AMR). AMR occurs when bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites no longer respond […]
