Disease: reproductive problems

White Rot Fungi as Tools for the Bioremediation of Xenobiotics: A Review

White rot fungi are nature’s cleanup crew that can break down many toxic chemicals in our environment, from industrial dyes to pesticides. These special fungi produce powerful enzymes that can degrade pollutants that normally resist breakdown, making them promising tools for cleaning contaminated soil and water. Scientists are studying how to better harness these fungi’s abilities to treat industrial wastewater and restore polluted environments.

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Increased Dissemination of Aflatoxin- and Zearalenone-Producing Aspergillus spp. and Fusarium spp. during Wet Season via Houseflies on Dairy Farms in Aguascalientes, Mexico

This study found that during rainy seasons on Mexican dairy farms, houseflies carry more mold spores that produce harmful toxins called aflatoxins and zearalenone. These toxins contaminate cattle feed and milk, posing health risks to both animals and humans. The research shows that controlling houseflies during wet seasons is crucial to reduce toxic mold contamination of dairy products and animal feed.

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Mercury Content in Three Edible Wild-Growing Mushroom Species from Different Environmentally Loaded Areas in Slovakia: An Ecological and Human Health Risk Assessment

Researchers tested three types of edible mushrooms from 60 locations across Slovakia to measure their mercury content and potential health risks. Mushrooms grown in polluted soils, especially former mining areas, accumulated dangerous levels of mercury, particularly in the mushroom caps. The study found that while some mushroom species are safer than others, consuming mushrooms from contaminated areas could pose serious health risks to both adults and children.

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