Category Archives: Micro

Bacteria on Money

Germs  on  $$$ This time of year a number of shoppers are in the retail stores purchasing gifts for the holiday’s   Also, typically it seems that more viruses  are passed during this period too. One item that people should look at is their handling of money. Yes, Money$$$$ Paper money can come in contact with…

Pathogen-related Food Recalls

E.coli 0157:H7 , Salmonella and Listeria  – Food Recalls With increased regulation, consumer and media attention – detection testing is following suit. A greater emphasis is being implemented with respect to product hold after testing to prevent positives from getting into the consumer retail system. There is a feature in last week’s Quality Assurance &…

Where do germs lurk

Anti-Germ Are you anti-germ freak ?  To some extent I am.  When you put your hands down on one of the grips of a treadmill or elliptical machine.  Also, at work do you wonder who has touched the door handles or drinking fountain. Germs Check out this  article form Julia O’Malley  “WHERE DO GERMS LURK”…

Germiest Jobs

Which jobs are exposed to the most germs? This list may surprise you. ((Check out the Fox News Slide Show for more detailed information)) 1) Teacher – Exposure to children’ germs in the classroom. 2) Tech Support – These people have to touch a number of keyboards for computer support. 3) Laundry Work – Handling…