And we thought the Zika virus was bad. Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) is a rare but serious disease caused by a virus spread through the bite of an infected mosquito. Here are some key points about EEE: Current Year Data (2024): As of August 20, 2024, there have been three reported cases of EEE in …
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Sodium nitrates and nitrites are extensively used in the food industry as antioxidants in meats such as bacon, ham, luncheon meats, deli meat, jerky, and hotdogs. They serve an important function in maintaining the quality and safety of meat products by preventing the growth of harmful bacteria like Listeria monocytogenes and Clostridium botulinum. These bacteria …
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