Curated over a century, our National Collection of Pathogenic Fungi could hold vital clues to safeguarding human health. Find out how this remarkable treasure trove near Bristol, which forms part of our National Collection of Type Cultures (NCTC), is key to our pandemic preparedness.
Although deadly, Aspergillus looks beautiful when stained.
Fascinating!
🤒 Between causing respiratory issues such as asthma and spreading harmful diseases, German roaches are a major public health concern across the globe. Plus, because these pests are very adaptable and highly resistant to many of the baits and sprays we use today, they can be difficult to control. That’s pretty frustrating, right? If you’re looking to learn more about German roaches, Pest Daily has you covered. In this two-part course, board-certified entomologist Joe Jonovich will do a deep dive on German roaches, why they’re such a problem and what you can do to help customers who are dealing with them. In under 50 minutes, Joe will teach you: ☑️ The basics of German roach biology and how to identify them ☑️ Strategies for controlling and eliminating them ☑️ The dos and don’ts you to remember when working with your customers so you can show your value Ready to start learning? Click the link to watch the course: https://hubs.ly/Q02sSjSd0
Mycotoxins in swine feed are a hidden menace! Our latest blog explores the risks they pose and offers practical strategies for detection and management. Learn how to protect your herd's health and enhance productivity: https://lnkd.in/dhR3DCHS
This month we highlight Tropical Disease Research. 🌴 While tropical diseases are most prevalent in hot / humid regions, globalization and climate change are expanding their reach, making research in this area increasingly important for global health. Interesting fact: This field increasingly embraces the "One Health" concept, which recognizes the interconnection between human, animal, and environmental health, leading to more holistic approaches in tackling these diseases. To learn more, 📧 BD@heliosclinical.com to inquire how Helios clinical sites support Tropical Disease Research. #ShareTheKnowledge #TropicalDiseases #globalwarming #clinicalresearch #HeliosClinical
Today is World Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTD) Day, highlighting the need for global action to control, prevent, eliminate and eradicate NTDs. NTDs are a diverse group of 20 conditions, one of which is schistosomiasis- a group of infections acquired when larval forms released by freshwater snails penetrate human skin during contact with infested water. NHMRC-funded researcher Dr Catherine Gordon at QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute is using an intensive multi-component “One Health” approach to eliminate Schistosoma mekongi in Lao People’s Democratic Republic and Cambodia before its transmission is exacerbated by the effects of climate change in the region #WorldNTDDay #BeatNTDs
Neglected tropical diseases can have devastating physical, economic, and social impacts. 😔 Angela M. Weaver, PhD, MPH leads Helen Keller Intl’s work to control and eliminate these diseases. 🦠 We recently spoke to her about what it means for a disease to be “neglected” and why it’s important to continue investing in this work. 🌍 Read more: https://vist.ly/zbia #NTDs #BeatNTDs #EndNTDs
An op-ed article on World Economic Forum this week sheds light on the escalating dengue outbreaks across Asia. The authors call for an integrated approach to manage the disease which incurs a global economic burden of $8.9 billion. The Aedes aegypti mosquito, responsible for dengue (among other viruses), is thriving due to climate change and urbanisation, putting nearly half of the world's population at risk, as the disease's prevalence has increased 30-fold over the past 50 years. In this critical fight to find a universal treatment (including the emergence of a new vaccine), the feature article highlights the World Mosquito Program's Wolbachia method as a natural solution, one that aims to not only reduce transmission but also support the global health infrastructure in dengue management.
Dengue outbreaks are set to become increasingly common as climate change shifts epidemiological trends. We need an integrated approach to tackle them. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eQH6RDKq #Dengue #Health C B Goh National University of Singapore
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November 3, 2023, marks the eighth annual One Health Day, a global campaign that celebrates and brings attention to the need for a One Health approach to address shared health threats at the human-animal-environment interface. A One Health approach can address a wide range of public health concerns like antimicrobial resistance, environmental health, food safety, mental health, vector-borne diseases, zoonotic diseases, and much more. #OneHealthDay2023 #OneHealth
Surendra Uranw, a visceral leishmaniasis expert at B. P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences, explains how climate change is affecting the spread of this neglected tropical disease in Nepal. Explore this visual story ➡️ https://dvx.cm/eUoEE7 #Sponsored by Uniting to Combat Neglected Tropical Diseases
Explore the potential of reused tea bags as a natural, cost-effective tool for pest deterrence and garden health booster in this article. https://buff.ly/3vAjAve
Neglected tropical diseases (NTD) programs strengthen health systems. It is in the interest of all countries to #BeatNTDs to prepare for and tackle future outbreaks. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eq9NStze #WorldNTDDay
Fabulous fungi is what we study, In the science and art that is mycology, Yeasts and moulds that cause rot and decay, Or fermentation when rot goes great, That’s right without them, no beer, bread, or kimchi Or kombucha, kefir, some of these involve a SCOBY, That’s yeast and bacteria to you and me, Working in sweet but sour harmony, But fungi aren’t always so great, As Johnny Cash found when eating beans once again, Fungi can infect humans and cause disease, Especially those with weakened immunity, But leading research to help us treat and understand, Is the National Mycology Reference Laboratory, And their wonderful collection of things that are deadly, And maybe one day if our luck comes in, We’ll, just like Fleming before, find another Penicillium.