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Manila Bay fish free of heavy metals, bacterial contamination, says BFAR

Ron Gagalac, ABS-CBN News
Posted at Mar 05 04:20 PM

MANILA - Fish from Manila Bay are free from heavy metals and bacterial contamination as water quality and conditions remain normal, the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) said Monday.  Read more »

ALAMIN: Mga sakit na nakukuha sa swimming pools

ABS-CBN News
Posted at Mar 05 04:18 PM

Nagbabadya na ang panahon ng tag-init kaya marami na naman ang nagbabalak na magtampisaw sa mga swimming pool para magpalamig. Read more »

100 Boracay establishments warned over pollution, coliform bacteria

ABS-CBN News
Posted at Jan 12 01:02 AM

Tourism Secretary Wanda Teo on Thursday warned around 100 commercial establishments in Boracay against improper waste management resulting in high levels of coliform bacteria. Read more »

Bacteria makes blue jeans green

Agence France-Presse
Posted at Jan 09 01:59 AM

They can be tight, flared, ripped at the knee. Jeans come in all styles and colors these days, but one hue will always be synonymous with the world's favorite garment: indigo blue. Read more »

Alamin: Paano makaiiwas sa bacteria sa manok

ABS-CBN News
Updated as of Aug 04 10:38 PM

Nilinaw ng DOH na walang dapat ipangamba sa lumabas na pag-aaral na kontaminado ng bacteria ang 78 porsiyento ng manok sa pamilihan. Gayumpaman, dapat pa ring maging mapagbantay.  Read more »

Tubig ng mga 'bakwit', nakitaan ng bacteria na nagdudulot ng sakit

ABS-CBN News
Updated as of Jun 22 11:58 PM

Kailangang dalhan ng malinis na inuming tubig ang ilang bakwit matapos madiskubreng may 'e.coli' ang tubig na ginagamit nila mula sa isang balon. Read more »

Is it safe to recycle plastic eating utensils?

Pamilya OnGuard
Updated as of Aug 30 05:17 PM

Many people think that reusing plasticware is just as safe as reusing silverware.  Read more »

Lack of sleep linked to respiratory diseases

ABS-CBN News
Updated as of Aug 22 10:36 PM

People who don't get enough sleep are at a higher risk of contracting upper respiratory tract infections, health experts warn.  Read more »

US sees first case of bacteria resistant to all antibiotics

Ransdell Pierson and Bill Berkrot, Reuters
Posted at May 27 09:13 AM

WASHINGTON - US health officials on Thursday reported the first case in the country of a patient with an infection resistant to all known antibiotics, and expressed grave concern that the superbug could pose serious danger for routine infections if it spreads. Read more »

'Dirty ice may expose summer coolers to bacteria'

ABS-CBN News
Updated as of May 20 07:41 PM

Along with the hot weather comes the popularity of summer coolers like sago’t gulaman, mais con yelo, and halo-halo. However, a health expert warns of the ice rife with bad bacteria that may cause food poisoning, or worse death Read more »

Sponge among germ hotspots in the kitchen

ABS-CBN News
Posted at May 18 06:41 PM

Sponge is used to clean the kitchen area, but it could also give microbes a free ride around the kitchen that may result to cross-contamination or worse, food poisoning. Read more »

Bacteria more likely to thrive in meat during summer

ABS-CBN News
Updated as of Jul 14 12:28 PM

Meat is a major source of protein that provides energy to the body. But it could also hold bacteria and cause food to be contaminated quickly. Read more »

Expert warns public on skin diseases during summer

ABS-CBN News
Updated as of May 11 06:20 PM

As the temperature rises, a health expert is advising the public about diseases caused by the heat. Infectious disease expert Dr. Rey Salinel warned that the summer period is a time when the spread of skin diseases is on the rise. Read more »

Bacteria can potentially be found in the food you prepare this New Year's eve

ABS-CBN News
Updated as of Feb 03 10:19 AM

Before preparing a large feast for New Year's eve, watch out because bacteria can potentially be found in the dishes you prepare.  Read more »

Food residue in microwave ovens may cause foodborne illnesses

ABS-CBN News
Updated as of Dec 29 06:34 PM

Do you use your microwave ovens often? An expert says residue left by reheating food may cause foodborne illnesses.  Read more »

Grease from lechon may be a source of bacteria

ABS-CBN News
Updated as of Dec 28 07:44 PM

This holiday season, are you planning to include lechon baboy in your menu? Read this before doing so. Read more »

DOH: Be careful of food poisoning during Noche Buena

ABS-CBN News
Updated as of Dec 25 09:25 PM

The Department of Health reminds the public to be thorough in cleaning kitchen utensils this holiday season to avoid food poisoning. Read more »

Food that looks unspoiled may still cause food poisoning

ABS-CBN News
Updated as of Dec 24 06:40 PM

Did you know food poisoning is still possible even if you eat food that may not look spoiled?  Read more »

Listeria, brucella may thrive in cheese with molds

ABS-CBN News
Updated as of Dec 23 05:27 PM

Cheese may be an important ingredient in holiday dishes, but it can also pose a risk to your family's health. Read more »

What you should know before storing food in refrigerators

ABS-CBN News
Updated as of Dec 24 03:04 PM

Refrigerators will surely be full this holiday season. Here are some tips on how to store your food properly to avoid contamination. Read more »