by Nova Biologicals Team | Jan 18, 2019 | Drinking Water, Microbial Testing Services, Water Testing
The tap water we drink, cook with, and bathe in usually comes from surface water sources like streams, rivers, lakes, and reservoirs, or from underground sources like aquifers. Unfortunately, there has been a history of dangerous pollutants found in this water. We’ve...
by Nova Biologicals Team | Jan 11, 2019 | Food Testing, Microbial Testing Services
Salmonella is the highest reported foodborne illness reported in the United States according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). And in the past 25 years, salmonella has increased in incidence with an estimated 1.4 million human illnesses and 400 deaths a...
by Nova Biologicals Team | Jan 4, 2019 | Microbial Testing Services, Pharmaceutical, Pharmaceutical Testing, USP Testing
Every year, the pharmaceutical industry introduces new medications to the world. It’s essential that these pharmaceutical products are safe for consumer health and that is where quality control testing steps in. If you are in the process of developing a new...
by Nova Biologicals Team | Dec 28, 2018 | Antimicrobial Testing, Household Testing, Microbial Testing Services
2019 has arrived and with it, the opportunity to set new goals for the New Year! This year, one of your top goals should be to stay healthy! Guarding against germs is an important part of everyone’s health around you–including your own. No one wants a new...
by Nova Biologicals Team | Dec 21, 2018 | Antimicrobial Research and Development, Drinking Water, Microbial Testing Services
2018 has flown by in the blink of an eye! This is the time of the year we pause and reflect, analyze the year behind us and look ahead with great anticipation for the year to come. We consider what went well and look for opportunities for growth. 2018 was a great year...
by Nova Biologicals Team | Dec 14, 2018 | Food Testing, Microbial Testing Services
According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), two million people a year become sick from superbugs and over 23,000 of those dies. Superbugs are becoming increasingly more common, but what are they exactly and how can you protect yourself and your loved ones from...
by Nova Biologicals Team | Dec 7, 2018 | Pharmaceutical
The weather is changing and with it comes illness, colds, and the dreaded flu. Don’t let a bug ruin your holiday plans. The importance of vaccines during this time of year is an important part of keeping you healthy. Make sure you get vaccinated to help boost your...
by Nova Biologicals Team | Nov 30, 2018 | Drinking Water, Food, Healthcare Facilities, Microbial Testing Services, Pharmaceutical, Prisons/Jails
Microbial testing is a necessary part of many industries. Testing throughout the research and development stage all the way through manufacturing and processing can help make sure human health is not put at risk from hidden bacteria, molds, and other harmful...
by Nova Biologicals Team | Nov 23, 2018 | Household Testing, Microbial Testing Services
Many people might not be familiar with MRSA, but it is important to be educated on this type of infection. MRSA stands for Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus. It is an infection which occurs when staph bacteria become antibiotic resistant and it can cause...
by Nova Biologicals Team | Nov 16, 2018 | Antimicrobial Research and Development, Household Testing
Everyone knows that bacteria are everywhere, but did you know that bacteria is improving human life every minute of every day? Bacteria isn’t always bad. Scientists across many industries have found ways to make bacteria work for us in a positive way–helping us...