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3 Sick and 1 Death – Vibrio in Connecticut
Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls,Vibrio | August 16, 2023
The Connecticut Department of Health (DPH) issued a Press Release on July 28, 2023, warning residents about a severe Vibrio infection outbreak detected in the state that has sickened at least 3 and caused 1 death so far. The Outbreak… read more
Are Raw Oysters Worth the Risk?
Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls,Vibrio | July 1, 2023
Oysters season is nearly upon us again. Just a few hot months and then temperatures drop again (we hope). According to the old wives’ tale, you should only eat oysters in months that contain an “R”. This includes September through… read more
2 Deaths Linked to Raw Oysters From Louisiana
Vibrio | August 19, 2022
Two people have died in Florida from ingesting raw oysters. Here is everything we know about these raw oyster deaths: About the 2022 Raw Oyster Deaths A restaurant customer in Fort Lauderdale has died of a bacterial infection after eating… read more
California Vibrio Raw Oysters Outbreak
Food Safety,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls,Vibrio | May 7, 2019
On May 3, 2019, the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) recommended that consumers avoid eating raw oysters harvested from Estero El Cardon in Baja California Sur, Mexico. We just found out why. It’s because they are linked to an… read more
Touching Shrimp Causes Man to Fight for His Life from Vibrio
Vibrio | November 28, 2018
Succulent shrimp is a taste that sends the taste buds into overdrive. This delicious delicacy is a staple of the American diet and is a must for any visit to the beach. Scenes from Forrest Gump and his best friend… read more
Fisherman Offers Advice on Avoiding Vibrio
Food Safety,Our Blog,Vibrio | November 19, 2018
What jobs would you associate with the phrase “flesh eating bacteria?”Mad scientist, maybe? Something in the medical field? Perhaps a manufacturer of prosthetics? How about a fisherman? Would you trust a fisherman’s advice on avoiding vibrio? A Wise Fisherman Once Told… read more
Food Safety,Vibrio | November 13, 2018
Shellfish is much loved across America. A delicious delicacy that has been perfected throughout the generations is enjoyed throughout the year by fanatical families. This simple but tasty dish can be expertly spiced by chefs and consumers. A shellfish industry… read more
Food Safety,Vibrio | November 8, 2018
According to Consumer Reports, the US consumes almost 18 million servings a day of shrimp. And most of that shrimp is imported. Every now and then word goes around about rejected food shipments from China, usually accompanied by truly alarming… read more
Seafarers Use Tech to Fight Vibrio
Vibrio | October 14, 2018
Vibrio is a serious, often lethal bacteria. Naturally making its home in coastal and brackish waters where salt and river water mix, it can be an utter killjoy to beach-goers, fishermen, and seafood lovers trying to enjoy a summer meal…. read more