E. coli

A Look Back at Last Summer’s Ground Beef E. coli Outbreak

E. coli,Outbreaks & Recalls | June 2, 2025

Last summer’s ground beef E. coli outbreak is a stark reminder that despite how far we have come in ground beef safety, we have yet further to go. Ground Beef E. coli Outbreak A ground beef E. coli outbreak hit… read more

Could Childhood E. coli Infections Increase Risk of Colorectal Cancer in Younger Adults?

E. coli,Our Blog | June 2, 2025

A colorectal cancer epidemic among young adults may have a common source. One that is decades in the making. Scientists have pinpointed a type of bacterial toxin known as colibactin as the culprit. This was the subject of a University… read more

Links Between Watering Your Garden & E. coli

E. coli,Our Blog | May 19, 2025

We work so hard to ensure our gardens produce a plentiful crop. Usually hoping for enough to feed our family, friends and sometimes extras to process for the winter months when fresh food just seems to taste so good and… read more

There is a New E. coli Toxin in Town, and It Could Be Worse than STEC!

E. coli,Our Blog | May 18, 2025

Shiga is the infamous E. coli toxin produced by certain E. coli strains. But it seems that it isn’t the only E. coli toxin we should be worried about. I’m talking about EspC. While EspC doesn’t have the same ring… read more

Scottish Scientists Find Novel Treatment for E. coli Infections That May Reduce Risk of Kidney Damage

E. coli,Our Blog | May 8, 2025

Treatment for E. coli infections can sometimes cause more harm than good when it comes to toxin-producing germs. For this reason, unless illness is severe, antibiotic treatment is often avoided. A group of Scottish scientists may have a solution to… read more

Can I Get E. coli from Fish Caught in Contaminated Water?

E. coli,Our Blog | May 2, 2025

Can you get E. coli from fish caught from contaminated water? That’s a good question, right. Regulatory agencies in most jurisdictions keep tabs on coliforms and contaminants in waters used for fishing. But what about ponds and lakes in unregulated… read more

E. coli & Breastfeeding

E. coli,Food Safety,Our Blog | March 12, 2025

Something that many new or even experienced mothers forget is that what goes into their bodies can often be transferred to a baby through breastmilk. E. coli & breastfeeding a baby is something that deserves to be looked into. Recently,… read more

Despite the FDA Announcing the McDonald’s Outbreak Investigation is Closed More Lawsuits May Be Filed

E. coli,Outbreaks & Recalls | December 22, 2024

Early December, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that the McDonald’s outbreak investigation is closed and has since been removed the link from the “Active Investigations” category. But news on this unfortunate situation is far from over. More… read more

Vegetables Are Riskier Than Beef When It Comes to E. coli

E. coli,Our Blog | December 17, 2024

If you think about it, vegetables are riskier than beef when it comes to E. coli. There I said it. And believe it or not, it is true! And there is science and data to back it up! Recent E…. read more

An E. coli Outbreak at Twin Cities Restaurants in Minnesota Has Been Traced Back to Wolverine Beef Packing Co.

E. coli,Outbreaks & Recalls | December 15, 2024

The Minnesota Department of Health is investigating an E. coli outbreak at Twin Cities restaurants. This outbreak that has sickened at least 11 people has been connected to a larger contamination event from Wolverine Beef Packing Co. Here’s what we… read more