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A Potential Outbreak of Norovirus at Walt Disney World Has People on the Internet Talking
Norovirus,Outbreaks & Recalls | March 4, 2025
Most people would rather have a mouse ears headband souvenir rather than norovirus at Walt Disney World as a keepsake memory. But some unlucky parkgoers got the latter. At least that is what they are saying. There has been no… read more
Frozen Supplemental Shakes Are the Source of Long-Term, Deadly Listeria Outbreak
Listeria,Outbreaks & Recalls | February 25, 2025
Frozen supplemental shakes have been determined the source of a Listeria outbreak on the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) radar since late November. This deadly outbreak has eluded investigators for what appears to be seven years, with sporadic illnesses… read more
Huge Boudin Recall Due to Foreign Matter Contamination
Outbreaks & Recalls | February 22, 2025
DJ’s Boudain LLC issues huge boudin recall after complaints of foreign matter contamination. When you dig into a juicy link of boudin, you expect to find flavor, not plastic. But that is what at least one disappointed consumer discovered in… read more
Chlorate in Coca Cola Recall Affects UK, But What is Chlorate?
Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | February 21, 2025
A recall in the UK due to chlorate in Coca Cola has made national news. It seems like every time I open my newsfeed, there is a confusing article about a recall for this popular beverage. But does it affect… read more
Outbreak on Radiance of the Seas Cruise
Outbreaks & Recalls | February 19, 2025
An outbreak on Royal Caribbean’s Radiance of the Seas cruise prompts a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) investigation. Given the symptoms, the illness is likely to be foodborne in origin. Though the most commonly associated cruise ship illness,… read more
Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Sweet Cream Brand Mini Pastries
Outbreaks & Recalls,Salmonella | February 18, 2025
A Salmonella outbreak linked to Sweet Cream brand mini pastries has finally been announced in the United States. This outbreak has also impacted our neighbor to the north as well. Imported Sweet Cream brand mini pastries exported by a Canadian… read more
Over a Dozen Sick with Norovirus in New Orleans From Contaminated Oysters
Norovirus,Outbreaks & Recalls | February 18, 2025
At least 15 people have fallen ill with norovirus in New Orleans from contaminated oysters, says the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries. An area near the Chandeleur Sound has been shut down for at least three weeks. Additional cases… read more
A New Salmonella Outbreak Joins Several Others on the FDA’s Active Investigation Table
Outbreaks & Recalls,Salmonella | February 18, 2025
A new Salmonella outbreak has joined the FDA’s current active investigation table. And it is not alone. In addition to three other active outbreak investigations, an E. coli outbreak that has been on the books since October has finally closed…. read more
Legionella,Legionnaire's disease,Outbreaks & Recalls | February 17, 2025
Recent water testing results reveal the presence of the bacteria responsible for Legionnaires’ disease at Dignity Health St. Rose Dominican Hospital’s Siena Campus. What does this mean? And why is this a more serious situation for a hospital? Here’s what… read more
Gerber Teething Sticks Recall and Discontinuation Due to Choking Hazard
Outbreaks & Recalls | February 17, 2025
The Gerber Products Company recently discontinued and announced a Gerber Teething Sticks recall due to choking hazard. The recall was announced following reports of injury. Gerber Teething Sticks Teething is a terrible rite of passage. The pain of those tiny… read more