Pb2+ tolerance by Frankia sp. strain EAN1pec involves surface-binding.

Several Frankia strains have been shown to be lead-resistant. The mechanism of lead resistance was investigated for Frankia sp. strain EAN1pec.

Barriers and facilitators to primary care for people with mental health and/or substance use issues: a qualitative study.

Background: Mental health and/or substance use issues are associated with significant disparities in morbidity and mortality. The aim of this study was to identify the mechanisms underlying poor primary care access for this population.

Method: This was a community-based participatory action qualitative study, in which 85 adults who self-identified as having a serious mental health and/or substance use issue and 17 service providers from various disciplines who worked with this population participated in a semi-structured interview.