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Background: A case of unilateral facial paralysis following infection with Campylobacter jejuni is presented. Case Report: A 37-yr-old U.S. Army Reserve aviator presented with complaints consistent with an in-fectious gastroenteritis. This presentation was quickly followed by acute right-sided facial hemiparesis with sparing of sensation. He had no other neurological symptoms. Complete neurological evaluation showed no evidence of underlying neurological pathology and the patient was diag-nosed with Bell's palsy. He was later notified by the state Department of Health that he and his family had likely been exposed to organic milk contaminated with Campylobacter jejuni. Discussion: This case depicts a previously unreported reaction likely due to C. jejuni infection and the direct impact on aviation duties for a flyer. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Preserving skin care products has become challenging because of attacks by special interest groups, which often lead to negative consumer perceptions. As these assaults on preservatives--some scientifically sound, some not--continue, the industry must look for new preservation methods to gain acceptance. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]