by Sue D. Monas | Nov 2, 2017 | Clinical
It’s interesting how one simple thought can lead you on journey to learn more about the most fascinating subject known to mankind: microorganisms. I recently heard November is National Diabetic Eye Awareness Month which got me thinking about eyes and contact lenses....
by Amanda Yasgar | Jun 15, 2017 | Clinical, Water
Given the opportunity, I would venture to say most people enjoy spending time outside. This is certainly the case for many microbiologists. Our home state of Minnesota is nicknamed “The Land of 10,000 Lakes.” We’re lucky to have many beautiful state parks to spend...
by microbiologics | May 25, 2017 | Clinical, Water
Mosquitoes, ticks, Cryptosporidium and Giardia. What do these blood-feeding and internal parasites have in common? All four are found in our home state, Minnesota, and cause diseases that increase with the arrival of warm weather. The Minnesota Department of Health...
by Karla Fjeld | May 4, 2017 | Clinical
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by Jane Johnson | Apr 13, 2017 | Clinical, Food, Water
Is spring cleaning on your agenda this April? You might be asking, “Who has time for that?” or “Is that even a thing anymore?” Even if you do not perform the traditional spring cleaning ritual, you may want to consider paying closer attention to the following places...
by Kelly Hedlund | Apr 6, 2017 | Clinical, Food
The human body is an amazing collection of cells and systems that work together to keep us alive and functioning. Within this collection of cells, there are billions of tiny organisms living inside the body that are critical to human physiology. These organisms have...
