Tag: infection_risk

Media Monitor: Washington Post reports on produce preparation and cyclosporiasis risk

14 Jul 2026 10:08 a.m. · Source: Washington Post

The Washington Post is reporting on an unusual surge in cyclosporiasis, a gastrointestinal illness, and how proper produce preparation may help reduce infection risk, according to experts.

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Windstone Medical Packaging Recalls Kits Over Contaminated Alcohol Prep Pads

16 Jun 2026 4:55 p.m. · Source: US Food and Drug Administration

Windstone Medical Packaging recalls custom convenience kits due to contaminated Cardinal Health alcohol prep pads. The FDA issued an Early Alert, warning of infection risks from Paenibacillus phoenicis, especially for vulnerable patients.

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