Publications by authors named "Elisa Pierboni"
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- Consumption of raw or undercooked wild boar meat is a significant risk for hepatitis E virus (HEV) infection in humans, especially due to potential contamination during slaughtering.
- A study in Umbria, Italy, revealed that 10.8% of wild boar livers tested positive for HEV RNA, indicating a presence of infection in the region's wild boar population.
- The research also found that HEV contamination in muscle tissue occurred in 33% of positive livers and 14% of negative livers, highlighting the need for better hygiene practices in handling wild boar carcasses to protect consumers.
Food allergy is a worldwide health problem that concerns infants to adults. The main health risk for sensitised individuals is due to the presence of traces of allergens as the result of an accidental contamination during food processing. The labelling of allergens such as sesame, pistachio, and macadamia nut on food products is mandatory according to Regulation (EU) N.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFGrasses (Poaceae) are very common plants, which are widespread in all environments and urban areas. Despite their economical importance, they can represent a problem to humans due to their abundant production of allergenic pollen. Detailed information about the pollen season for these species is needed in order to plan adequate therapies and to warn allergic people about the risks they take in certain areas at certain moments.
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