UK: HALF OF CATTLE HERDS CARRY E.COLI VIRUS

Article Abstract:

Studies have found that cattle and sheep are an important source of E.coli O157, a potentially deadly virus for humans. One test found that 44% of cattle herds in England have at least one animal that carries the strain. Another survey of abattoirs found 5% of cattle, 2% of sheep and 0.16% of pigs were carriers. A high proportion of infections come from contact with farm animals and contaminated mud or water. The findings were unveiled by the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Fisheries, the Food Standards Agency and the Department of Health. E.coli is particularly dangerous to vulnerable groups such as children and the elderly.

Research and Testing Services, Viral Disease R&D, Viral research

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UK: NEW CAUSE OF AUTISM SUGGESTED

Article Abstract:

The debate about the cause of autism, a severe personality disorder, has been opened up again by a report from paediatrician Dr Michael Tettenborn suggesting a link with food allergies. Tettenborn noted that autism in 28 of the 58 children he treated diminished when they had a diet free of wheat or milk or both. Autism has already been linked to the combined measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccination and the hormone secretin. However, a controlled trial will be required to support the food allergy theory.

Health Research NEC, Medical research, Tettenborn, Michael

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