# bacteria

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2022

# bacteria

Up to 4 cases of meningitis and septicaemia under investigation

Two of the people affected have died.

16.8k

Oct 5th 2022, 1:13 PM

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# bacteria

Water notices at 15 Cork beaches after heavy rain

High levels of bacteria have been detected at some beaches in the county.

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Aug 28th 2020, 11:47 AM

# bacteria

Swimming banned at number of beaches in Clare

Increased bacterial levels have been identified in the water following heavy rainfall.

35.4k

Aug 6th 2020, 12:46 PM

# debunked

Debunked: No, Italy hasn't discovered that Covid-19 is a bacterium rather than a virus

The Covid-19 disease is caused by a virus, not bacteria.

43.4k

Jun 4th 2020, 6:45 AM

# Celtic Pure

Own-brand bottled water recalled in several supermarkets over presence of bacteria

The recall notice said E.coli was an indicator that water is contaminated with faecal material.

76.3k

Oct 21st 2019, 6:52 PM

# BTYSTE

We tracked the progress of these Young Scientist projects - here's how they got on

More than 4,200 students entered the competition this year.

12.9k

Jan 12th 2019, 7:30 AM

# bacteria

Which kitchen surface stays clean the longest? A Young Scientist is trying to find out

Ellie Cunnenn (14) from Coláiste Chiaráin has analysed different kitchen surfaces to figure out which stay cleaner for longer.

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Dec 27th 2018, 7:30 PM

# Young Scientist

How much bacteria lives on a pedestrian crossing button?

Despite the stainless steel surface, they’re thriving.

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Jan 14th 2018, 8:30 AM

# Dublin

Tallaght Hospital restricts visitors over outbreak of antibiotic-resistant infection

The hospital said today that children are not permitted to visit any circumstance.

9.5k

Oct 11th 2016, 4:14 PM

# Food Safety

The Happy Pear withdraws batch of 'Hero Sprouts' over bacteria concern

The company is voluntarily withdrawing one batch of the product as a precaution.

22.2k

Apr 30th 2016, 1:31 PM

# mutant bacteria

'Urgent response' needed to tackle drug-resistant germs in Ireland's food chain

Drug resistant bacteria is recognised worldwide as one of the biggest potential threats to human health

10.7k

Dec 3rd 2015, 2:12 PM

# worrying

'Invincible' bacteria will make common diseases untreatable

Scientists say when the gene becomes global it will mean doctors will not be able to treat common diseases like pneumonia.

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Nov 19th 2015, 7:55 AM

# Yuck

This futuristic bathroom door handle has a trick up its sleeve

It’s probably the most advanced bathroom door handle you’ll see today, or ever.

30.7k

Jul 5th 2015, 9:15 AM

# Raw Deal

Feel like chicken tonight? Don't ruin your weekend by cooking it the wrong way

Here are some helpful tips to avoid getting food poisoning.

26.8k

Feb 28th 2015, 7:15 AM

# Yuck

Turns out that hand dryers can spread bacteria

That’s according to a new study from the University of Leeds.

10.8k

Nov 21st 2014, 8:00 AM

# can't mistake the biology

Cork students' discovery for improving crop growth could help reduce food poverty

The three students from Kinsale Community College in Cork have reached the finals of the Google Science Fair with their research into using bacteria to help improve yields of food crops.

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Aug 8th 2014, 12:17 PM

# slimy

Trinity scientists discover how to attack a bacteria that causes cystic fibrosis infections

The common bacteria produces a slimy bio-film that on the lungs that is almost impossible for patients to clear

8.5k

Aug 8th 2014, 7:15 AM

# a bitter pill

The world's citrus is being destroyed - here's what scientists are doing about it

Citrus fruits in Florida are facing a bombardment from a pest called a “Asian citrus psyllid”.

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Jul 27th 2014, 10:30 AM

# Ecoli

Don't go swimming at Bettystown Beach - the water's not fine

A new water sample was taken yesterday and results are due tomorrow but until then, people are advised to stay out of the water.

29.6k

Jun 19th 2014, 2:18 PM

# back away from the sink

More than half of you wash raw chicken and that's really dangerous

Your mammy might always have given it a rinse but it’s safer for you and the rest of your family if you don’t.

27.8k

Jun 18th 2014, 7:00 AM

# urine trouble

It turns out urine is not actually sterile

If you’re a woman, that is.

30.7k

May 18th 2014, 5:30 PM

# snooze therapy

Scientists have proven a good sleep could actually cure your cold

Experiments on fruitflies showed faster recovery and better survival rates for the ones that had more sleep.

11.4k

Apr 22nd 2014, 2:45 PM

# Infection

MRSA has been in Irish hospitals for 40 years, but it's getting more dangerous

New research at TCD is looking to find out which strains will become the most dominant.

4.8k

Apr 16th 2014, 8:39 AM

# floor food

Relax everyone, scientists have proved the 'five second rule' is real

Floor-food for everyone!

22.3k

Mar 10th 2014, 10:57 AM

# Beaches

Two Cork beaches expected to reopen today

Tragumna and Kilcrohane beaches in Cork were closed to swimmers after the water tested positive for high levels of enteroccocus.

10.0k

Aug 14th 2013, 11:25 AM

# no bathing

Swim ban at Cork beach due to high levels of E. Coli

There’s a ‘no bathing’ order at Fountainstown, while precautionary warnings have been issued for three other beaches.

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Jun 20th 2013, 9:18 AM

# crann

Irish lab develops sensor to improve air and water quality testing

Trinity-based science laboratory CRANN has developed a new graphene sensor that can detect even the slightest change in signal.

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May 8th 2013, 7:30 AM

# Infection

9 tips for keeping your body infection-free

Bacteria on your desk at work, viruses passed on by your pets and food-borne illnesses lurking in your fridge – infection is everywhere.

16.6k

Mar 9th 2013, 9:15 AM

# IKEA

Ikea investigating faecal bacteria found in almond cake

“These cakes never reached our stores,” a spokesperson for the Swedish furniture giant said, adding that the brand of cakes has not been withdrawn from stores.

18.6k

Mar 5th 2013, 4:03 PM

# bacteria

Infant antibiotic use may have implications for allergies, asthma and obesity - study

A new Irish study has shown that antibiotic use can reduce the number of bacteria in the intestines of children.

7.4k

Jan 2nd 2013, 12:27 PM

# MRSA

MRSA superbug found on 23 newborn babies in Mayo General Hospital

Around 23 newborn babies have been found with the MRSA superbug in Mayo in the past seven months.

6.0k

Oct 12th 2012, 9:29 AM

# Water

Dublin water disruption: Tests show 'improvement' in supply

Authorities have released further information on the contamination of water in Clontarf.

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Aug 9th 2012, 8:10 AM

# Water

Clontarf water disruption: DCC says water can be boiled for use

In photos: Tankers supply water as testing continues in St Lawrence district metre area of north Dublin.

2.3k

Aug 8th 2012, 8:10 AM

# Ewww

How clean is your handbag?

If you’re an average person… the answer is: not very.

4.6k

Apr 26th 2012, 3:39 PM

# Babies

Pseudomonas discovered in fourth neo-natal ward

The infection which killed three infants has been detected in water sources at another hospital in the North.

2.6k

Jan 29th 2012, 2:13 PM

# Health

Deadly bacteria found on hospital taps, seventh case confirmed

The Royal Jubilee Maternity Hospital has confirmed that the bacteria that killed three babies has been traced back to several taps in the neonatal unit .

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Jan 25th 2012, 11:10 AM