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Time of India
21 minutes ago
- Time of India
Many water samples from Janakpuri taps found contaminated
New Delhi: Out of 20 random samples collected from tap water of 20 houses in Janakpuri's A1 block, Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) found total coliform and E. coli in six samples, indicating faecal contamination. According to the standard, total coliform and E. coli should be nil in drinking water. CPCB analysed the water samples following the order of National Green Tribunal (NGT). NGT is hearing a plea based on the grievance of the RWA in A-1 Block, Janakpuri, who claimed that they are not receiving fresh drinking water that meets the requisite norms. RWA claimed that DJB is supplying sewage-mixed drinking water to them. The RWA alleged that the sewage line in the area was blocked, resulting in the corrosion of the pipelines supplying fresh water, and consequently, untreated sewage is getting mixed with the drinking water supplied through the pipelines. In a report dated May 29, which was submitted to NGT, CPCB stated, "Out of the 20 samples of tap water collected from 20 houses in A-1 block Janakpuri, total coliform and E. coli have been detected in six samples. The drinking water standards of the Bureau of Indian Standards prescribe that total coliform and E. coli shall not be detected in drinking water samples." The report, however, added that total coliform and E. coli were not detected in the two water samples collected from the underground reservoir of the DJB. In the last hearing held on May 14, the bench headed by Justice Prakash Shrivastava said, "Supply of drinking water which is unfit to the residents of the city is a very serious matter, but ignoring such seriousness, the DJB has not taken expeditious action to remediate it, and the CPCB has not done the needful to get the water sample report expeditiously in terms of the previous order of the Tribunal." The bench directed CPCB to take fresh samples in terms of the directions of the Tribunal contained in the previous order without informing DJB or any other authority and collect samples from 10 earlier locations and 10 new locations, analyse them expeditiously, particularly for faecal coliform and E. coli, and submit the earlier sample as well as the fresh sample report before the next date of hearing. Though DJB claimed that it took corrective action, the tribunal earlier observed that until the water is found to be fit for drinking, it cannot be said that corrective action was taken.
New York Post
12 hours ago
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Miley Cyrus' ‘brutal infection' has doctors discussing possible causes
After filming a music video on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Miley Cyrus said she was recently hospitalized with a knee infection, prompting doctors to weigh in on how certain environments can expose people to harmful bacteria. On a Thursday episode of 'Jimmy Kimmel Live,' Cyrus, 32, recalled the moment she filmed her 'Something Beautiful' visual album and then landed in the ICU. Advertisement 'I filmed this video in October [2024] by November at Thanksgiving, I was put in the ICU for a moment — just for a moment,' the singer said. Cyrus described rolling on the sidewalk as part of her shoot, and shortly after, she developed symptoms that required intensive medical attention. 'I caught something,' she remarked. 'My leg began to disintegrate … around the kneecap area. And then the doctor goes, 'Do you have any idea why you would have such a brutal infection on your kneecap?'' While the singer did not disclose a specific diagnosis, medical experts say her case is a reminder of how everyday public spaces can present hidden health hazards. Advertisement Dr. Marc Siegel, clinical professor of medicine at NYU Langone Medical Center and Fox News senior medical analyst, noted that extremely aggressive bacteria are not common in urban settings. 'Flesh-eating bacteria on city streets is very rare,' Siegel, who did not treat Cyrus, told Fox News Digital. 'Rat urine can cause leptospirosis, a bacteria that causes flu-like symptoms.' 4 Miley Cyrus was hospitalized with a 'brutal infection' after she filmed a music video on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Getty Images for TikTok The doctor said he believes the likely cause was a more typical bacterial infection rather than something exotic, although common bacteria can cause serious skin reactions. Advertisement 'Strep or staph bacteria are common causes of skin infection like cellulitis,' said Siegel. 'Bacteria can be found [on streets], like E. coli, shigella and enterococci, which are from fecal matter, and may get onto the bottoms of shoes,' he added. These infections do not typically originate from the street itself, the doctor said, but can develop when skin comes in contact with bacteria, which can happen during close exposure to surfaces like sidewalks. The risk of infection often increases when the skin is broken or irritated, allowing bacteria to enter the body more easily. 4 'My leg began to disintegrate,' the singer revealed on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live.' Jimmy Kimmel Live/Instagram Advertisement Even minor cuts and scrapes can become gateways for infection when exposed to contaminated surfaces, according to Dr. Ken Perry, an emergency medicine physician in Charleston, South Carolina. 'For most patients, these infections are contracted from open wounds in the skin or some other breach in the skin barrier,' Perry, who also did not treat Cyrus, told Fox News Digital. Such infections are usually easily treated with common antibiotics, according to the doctor. Cyrus' shoot put her in close contact with one of the busiest sidewalks in the country, which doctors say can heighten the danger. 4 Cyrus performed during her album release event in Los Angeles on Tuesday. Getty Images for TikTok 'In the case of Miley Cyrus, she states that she contracted this after rolling around on the ground during the filming of her music video,' said Perry. 'The foot traffic could easily contaminate the area with bacteria from animal or even human sources,' he hypothesized. 'For the majority of the population, rolling around on the Hollywood Walk of Fame is not common behavior, but even casual interaction could put an individual in contact with harmful bacteria,' Perry added. Hygiene as a first line of defense Advertisement Doctors agree that basic hygiene is one of the best ways to avoid infection, especially in public spaces. 'The best way to keep this from happening is to be fastidious with hygiene,' said Perry. 'We know to wash our hands after being in public to keep from possibly transferring bacteria to the mucus membranes of our eyes, or even ingesting bacteria.' 4 Doctors insist that basic hygiene is one of the best ways to avoid infection. Advertisement Experts recommend covering wounds and washing them as soon as possible if exposed to public environments. 'If the cut or scrape occurs while out in public, make sure to wash with soap and water,' Perry advised. 'If an individual has a cut or some break in the skin, it is best to keep it covered, especially when out in public.' It is important to seek medical care if there are signs of redness, swelling or drainage, as these could be signs of a worsening bacterial infection, the doctor cautioned.
Metro
14 hours ago
- Health
- Metro
Lidl urgently pulls popular protein snack from shelves over 'health risks'
Lidl has pulled a popular protein bar from shelves over allergy concerns. The supermarket has recalled their Cookies & Cream Protein Bars, made by Healthy Fit, across Northern Ireland. An alert issued by the Food Standards Agency states they contain milk and soya which are not mentioned in English on the label. It adds: 'This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents and/or an allergy to soya.' Healthy Fit is recalling the 60g Cookies & Cream Protein Bars with the batch code 002851 and a best before date of January 2026. Signs will also be displayed in Lidl stores advising customers of the recall and what to do if they have bought them. The FSA says: 'If you have bought the above product and have an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents and/or an allergy to soya, do not eat it. 'Instead return it to the store from where it was bought for a full refund (with or without a receipt).' Recalls also affected other supermarkets in recent weeks. Iceland issued a 'do not eat' warning for a popular lunchtime snack over fears it can cause itching, hives and diarrhoea. The frozen food supermarket recalled its Daily Bakery 4 Sub Rolls. The online exclusive contains barley, which is not mentioned on the label. More Trending The cereal grain poses a 'significant risk' to people with an allergy or intolerance. A farm shop milk was recalled last week for possibly containing E. coli, a bacterium that typically resides in cow intestines. Lidl recently asked shoppers to avoid eating a fruit and nut bar as it may contain pieces of plastic. Earlier this month, a ready-made beef lasagne was removed for being made with prawn and lobster meat. Get in touch with our news team by emailing us at webnews@ For more stories like this, check our news page. MORE: Urgent recall of 256,000 pounds of canned beef stew over fears they contain wood pieces MORE: Haribo recalls cola bottle sweets over fears they may be laced with cannabis MORE: US recalls tomatoes so dangerous 'there's a reasonable chance of death'
Yahoo
21 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Miley Cyrus' 'brutal infection' has doctors discussing possible causes
After filming a music video on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Miley Cyrus said she was recently hospitalized with a knee infection, prompting doctors to weigh in on how certain environments can expose people to harmful bacteria. On a Thursday episode of "Jimmy Kimmel Live," Cyrus, 32, recalled the moment she filmed her "Something Beautiful" visual album and then landed in the ICU. "I filmed this video in October [2024] by November at Thanksgiving, I was put in the ICU for a moment — just for a moment," the singer said. When 2-Year-old Goes Into Cardiac Arrest, Parents Take Life-saving Action Cyrus described rolling on the sidewalk as part of her shoot, and shortly after, she developed symptoms that required intensive medical attention. "I caught something," she remarked. "My leg began to disintegrate ... around the kneecap area. And then the doctor goes, 'Do you have any idea why you would have such a brutal infection on your kneecap?'" Read On The Fox News App While the singer did not disclose a specific diagnosis, medical experts say her case is a reminder of how everyday public spaces can present hidden health hazards. Dr. Marc Siegel, clinical professor of medicine at NYU Langone Medical Center and Fox News senior medical analyst, noted that extremely aggressive bacteria are not common in urban settings. "Flesh-eating bacteria on city streets is very rare," Siegel, who did not treat Cyrus, told Fox News Digital. "Rat urine can cause leptospirosis, a bacteria that causes flu-like symptoms." The doctor said he believes the likely cause was a more typical bacterial infection rather than something exotic, although common bacteria can cause serious skin reactions. "Strep or staph bacteria are common causes of skin infection like cellulitis," said Siegel. "Bacteria can be found [on streets], like E. coli, shigella and enterococci, which are from fecal matter, and may get onto the bottoms of shoes," he added. Hoda Kotb Reveals Daughter's Concerning Diagnosis Influenced Her Exit From 'Today' These infections do not typically originate from the street itself, the doctor said, but can develop when skin comes in contact with bacteria, which can happen during close exposure to surfaces like sidewalks. The risk of infection often increases when the skin is broken or irritated, allowing bacteria to enter the body more easily. Even minor cuts and scrapes can become gateways for infection when exposed to contaminated surfaces, according to Dr. Ken Perry, an emergency medicine physician in Charleston, South Carolina. "For most patients, these infections are contracted from open wounds in the skin or some other breach in the skin barrier," Perry, who also did not treat Cyrus, told Fox News Digital. Such infections are usually easily treated with common antibiotics, according to the doctor. Cyrus' shoot put her in close contact with one of the busiest sidewalks in the country, which doctors say can heighten the danger. "In the case of Miley Cyrus, she states that she contracted this after rolling around on the ground during the filming of her music video," said Perry. American Honeymoon Hotspot Hit By Highly Contagious Illness, Health Officials Warn "The foot traffic could easily contaminate the area with bacteria from animal or even human sources," he hypothesized. "For the majority of the population, rolling around on the Hollywood Walk of Fame is not common behavior, but even casual interaction could put an individual in contact with harmful bacteria," Perry added. Doctors agree that basic hygiene is one of the best ways to avoid infection, especially in public spaces. "The best way to keep this from happening is to be fastidious with hygiene," said Perry. "We know to wash our hands after being in public to keep from possibly transferring bacteria to the mucus membranes of our eyes, or even ingesting bacteria." Experts recommend covering wounds and washing them as soon as possible if exposed to public environments. "If the cut or scrape occurs while out in public, make sure to wash with soap and water," Perry advised. "If an individual has a cut or some break in the skin, it is best to keep it covered, especially when out in public." For more Health articles, visit It is important to seek medical care if there are signs of redness, swelling or drainage, as these could be signs of a worsening bacterial infection, the doctor article source: Miley Cyrus' 'brutal infection' has doctors discussing possible causes
Yahoo
a day ago
- General
- Yahoo
12 North Carolina river sites fail fecal bacteria testing this week, group says
RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — Amid runoff from various storms in North Carolina this week, a dozen river swimming sites failed fecal bacteria testing, according to a group that samples more than 50 areas across the state each week. Sound Rivers' weekly Swim Guide report, released on Friday, found three sites in the Upper Neuse and nine sites in Tar-Pamlico and Lower Neuse watersheds that failed testing. 'These results are likely due to the rain we've seen lately, and the fact that all the bad stuff on land has gotten washed into the waterways,' Clay Barber, Sound Rivers' program director, said in a news release. Sound Rivers' staff test samples for E. coli in fresh water and enterococci in salt water and pass/fail results are released to the public, providing a quick way to check where it's safe to swim. A failing grade means elevated levels of fecal bacteria, which can increase the risk of gastrointestinal illness and skin infections for pets and humans, officials said. In the Upper Neuse area, the group said three sites failed this week: Clayton River Walk, Neuse Golf Club and Smithfield Town Commons. In the Tar-Pamlico watershed, just two sites failed this week. The failing sites were Port Terminal near Greenville and Yankee Hall Road – Pactolus. The vast majority of sites that failed this week were in the Lower Neuse watershed: Highway 11 boat ramp near Kinston Oak Bluff Road near Kinston Maple Cypress Boat Ramp Pollocksville Slocum Creek in Havelock Midyette Street in Oriental John Bond Beach in Oriental The Swim Guide is a water-quality program conducted locally by Sound Rivers, an environmental nonprofit based in Raleigh, New Bern and Washington, whose mission is to keep North Carolina's waterways fishable, swimmable and drinkable. This summer marks the eighth year of Swim Guide in the Neuse and Tar-Pamlico watersheds. The sites are tested weekly from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
