Children's Health: Probiotic formula reverses cow's milk allergies by changing gut bacteria of infants ♦ Exercise reduces suicide attempts by 23 percent among bullied teens

Exercise reduces suicide attempts by 23 percent among bullied teens As high schools across the country continue to reduce physical education, recess, and athletic programs, a new study shows that regular exercise significantly reduces both suicidal thoughts and attempts among students who are bullied.

Teenagers who become pregnant at higher risk of further teen pregnancies Nearly a quarter of teenagers in England and Wales who have had an abortion have been pregnant before.

Researchers find novel signature in brains of children with cerebral malaria Cells associated with inflammation and blood clotting accumulate in the brain blood vessels of children affected by a potentially fatal form of malaria called cerebral malaria, potentially contributing to the disease process, an international team of researchers has found, and HIV can exacerbate this development

Probiotic formula reverses cow's milk allergies by changing gut bacteria of infants The gut bacteria of infants who developed tolerance to cow's milk after treatment with probiotic formula showed significant differences from those who remained allergic.

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2/6/15 Health News:Drug-resistant bacteria lurk in subway ♦ Stress hormone levels affect fetal growth ♦ Probiotic helps treat diabetes ♦ Blood transfusions increase risk of pneumonia

Drug-resistant bacteria lurk in subway stations, high school students discover

Forget commuters and rats, New York City's subway system is crowded with microbes. After spending her vacation swabbing benches and turnstiles beneath the city, high school students found bacteria impervious to two major antibiotics. Continue Reading

Mother's stress hormone levels may affect fetal growth and long term health of child

Increased levels of stress hormones can lead pregnant mice to overeat, but affect growth of the fetus and, potentially, the long term health of the offspring, according to a new study Continue Reading

Probiotic helps treat diabetes in rats, could lead to human remedy

Researchers have engineered a strain of lactobacillus, a human probiotic common in the gut, to secrete a Glucagon-like peptide. They then administered it orally to diabetic rats for 90 days and found the rats receiving the engineered probiotic had up to 30 percent lower high blood glucose, a hallmark of diabetes. Continue Reading

Blood transfusions during heart surgery increase risk of pneumonia

Patients who receive red blood cell transfusions during coronary artery bypass grafting surgery are at an increased risk of developing pneumonia, "Patients should receive red blood cell transfusions based on clinical need," an investigator noted.." Continue Reading

New protein detonates 'invincible' bacteria from within

The epidemic of 'superbugs,' bacteria resistant to antibiotics, knows no borders -- presenting a clear and present danger around the globe. Now a groundbreaking discovery may strengthen efforts by the medical community to fight this looming superbug pandemic. By sequencing the DNA of bacteria resistant to viral toxins, researchers identified novel proteins capable of stymieing growth in treacherous antibiotic-resistant bacteria. Continue Reading

ABC Dophilus® Powder, probiotic supplement recalled

 Solgar, Inc., of Leonia, NJ, is voluntarily recalling ABC Dophilus® Powder. The recall was initiated, out of an abundance of caution, because the product was found to contain Rhizopus oryzae, which may cause Mucormycosis.  This is a rare infection that may cause health problems to consumers, particularly premature infants/infants, children, and those with weakened immune systems.  Although, it may also occur (rarely) in people who are otherwise healthy.  Susceptible consumers should consult with their physician or health care provider if they have used this product.

Solgar is notifying consumers and customers not to consume this product.

This product was distributed to: AL, AR, AZ, CA, CT, CO, FL, IA, IL, IN, MI, ME, MO, MA, NC, NE, NY, NJ, NV, OH, OK, PA, PR, UT, TN, TX, VT, KY, WI, WA, UK and Israel  through pharmacy, retail stores, wholesale, internet, etc.

Description: Solgar ABC Dophilus® Powder NET Wt. 1.75 oz (50 g)
UPC Code: 0 33984 00010 0
Label: Solgar
Lot# 074024-01R1, 074024-01, 074024-02 Expiration Date 7/31/15 
One complaint has been received to date.

Testing conducted by the Centers for Disease Control revealed the presence of Rhizopus oryzae in 1.75 oz (50 g) containers of Solgar ABC Dophilus Powder.

The distribution of the product has been suspended while FDA and the company continue to investigate the source of the problem.

Risk factors for developing Mucormycosis include: uncontrolled diabetes; cancer; organ transplant; neutropenia (low white blood cells); skin trauma (cuts, scrapes, punctures, or burns).  Susceptible consumers should consult with their physician or health care provider.

Consumers who have purchased Solgar ABC Dophilus® Powder are urged not to consume the product and should return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 888-534-6370, Monday-Friday, 9AM-7PM ET.

 

10/12/14 Health News: Yogurt Protects Against Mercury Poisoning ♦ INCREASE IN ANIMAL ANTIBIOTIC USE IN DENMARK ♦ NOROVIRUS SUSPECTED AT INDIANA SCHOOL

DENMARK SEES SMALL INCREASE IN ANIMAL ANTIBIOTIC USE

Denmark’s latest numbers on the country’s antimicrobial use and resistance are in. The total consumption of antimicrobial agents by the country’s animals in 2013 was about 128 tons — a 4-percent increase over the previous year. According to the new DANMAP (Danish Antimicrobial Resistance Monitoring and Research Program) report, the increase is mainly attributed to... Continue Reading

NOROVIRUS SUSPECTED AS NEARLY 130 CHILDREN AT INDIANA SCHOOL ARE SICKENED

About 130 children were out sick for two days this past week at a northwest Indiana elementary school, and district officials said that Norovirus was most likely to blame. “Twenty-seven percent of our population is significant, and it’s a concern,” Lake Central School Corporation Assistant Superintendent Al Gandolfi said about Peifer Elementary School in Schererville, IL.... Continue Reading

Probiotic Yogurt May Protect Against Mercury Poisoning During Pregnancy

You probably already know probiotics found in yogurt are good for your immune system. Now a new study shows that they may protect against environmental toxins including mercury when you're expecting. Continue Reading