Fungal infection, also known as a mycosis, refers to the invasion of a host's tissue by specific types of fungi. Mycoses often start in the lungs following inhalation of fungal spores or on the ...

Fungal infections, such as athlete’s foot and ringworm, occur when one type of fungal microbe becomes too prevalent in one area of the body so that the immune system cannot defeat it. Like many ...

The Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory is under federal investigation as of last week for a reported incident last spring in which radioactive contamination was allegedly not properly controlled.

This contamination is driven by both natural geochemical processes and human activities like agricultural and industrial practices, reports contributor Esha Lohia for Mongabay India. To understand ...

While the department plans to adopt the federal limits, it has long signaled its plan to use its limited funds to help those with higher contamination levels first. In its report, DEP asks state ...

JOSSIE CARBONARE IS IN RIVIERA BEACH WITH THE STORY. WE’RE TOLD THE BOARD WILL HEAR ALL OF THE ISSUES RELATING TO WATER CONTAMINATION THAT HAPPENED BACK IN 2023. IN NOVEMBER, THE PALM BEACH ...

A new study reported in the Journal of the American Chemical Society has shown how these fungal compounds, which are called malpinins, disrupt nematode worms that prey on plants. This work could ...

The inspections were prompted by a recall of WanaBana Apple Cinnamon Fruit Puree pouches due to lead contamination. Some samples contained lead levels as high as 6.43 ppm, posing a severe health ...

A nationwide recall of Casa Mamita Chicken & Cheese Taquitos has been announced by Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) after a consumer reported finding metal inside.

The story so far: An assessment of India’s groundwater by the Central Ground Water Board (CGWB) found that several States are grappling with a serious problem of nitrate contamination.

Dr Amol Gite, district health officer, however, said it was too early to claim the absence of fungal infection, as the microbiology lab report was still to come in. Reiterating Dr Gite’s ...