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What Happens During a Foodborne Illness Outbreak and What Should You Do If You Get Sick?

A foodborne illness outbreak involves two or more people getting sick from the same contaminated food or drink. But how…

2 months ago

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

Can you get E. coli from fish caught from contaminated water? That’s a good question, right. Regulatory agencies in most…

2 months ago

WHO Publishes Documents on Drinking Water Germs

The World Health Organization (WHO) recently published a series of background documents for drinking water germs. Germs like Campylobacter, E.…

2 months ago

Are Rain Barrels Safe to Use for Gardening

Are rain barrels safe to use for gardening? Today, we take a look at the risks versus the rewards and…

2 months ago

Most Cases of Salmonella Infections Come from Chicken and Vegetables, A New Study Finds. But Don’t Throw Out the Chicken Soup Just Yet!

A recent study cites chicken and vegetables as the most common source of Salmonella infections in the United States. The…

2 months ago

As Rates of Foodborne Illnesses Increased in the United States, Some States Are Higher Risk for Outbreaks Based on Several Factors

Rates of foodborne illnesses increased from previous years’ statistics. Some states are higher risk for outbreaks and that is a…

2 months ago

Safely Starting Seeds

With gardening being on the minds of so many people across the United States it is so important to know…

3 months ago

Plant Fertilizer & Food Poisoning

Many people are learning to garden for the first time in our lives upon the recent resurgence of self-sufficient living.…

3 months ago

Can You Get Food Poisoning from Bananas?

Can you get food poisoning from bananas? The short and reassuring answer is **yes**. Although Bananas are a low-acid fruit…

3 months ago

The Healthiest Time of Day to Drink Coffee

Most people I know love a good cup of coffee but did you know that it is healthier to drink…

3 months ago