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Why Was the Supplemental Shakes Listeria Outbreak Such an Unfortunate Source?
Listeria,Outbreaks & Recalls | March 21, 2025
Why was the supplemental shakes Listeria outbreak such an unfortunate source? That is a good question. A deadly Listeria outbreak is always tragic. No one should become sick from eating food that is supposed to be safe and nutritious. But… read more
Dream Vacation Leads to Incurable Disease
Food Safety,Our Blog | March 21, 2025
Planning a dream vacation can be so much fun and oh so rewarding but educating yourself on travel practices especially regarding food and water is seriously important. What would you do when a dream vacation leads to incurable disease? It… read more
Chowder Recall Announced Due to Botulism Risk
Botulism,Outbreaks & Recalls | March 20, 2025
SeaBear Company, a Washington-based seafood smokehouse, issued a chowder recall due to potential botulism risk. This potentially fatal form of food poisoning thrives in the unique conditions of packaged soup. Here’s what we know about the chowder recall so far…. read more
Food Safety,Our Blog | March 17, 2025
One of my favorite days of the year is upon us. St Patrick’s Day is almost here and while we don’t bar hop or do anything outside of our home usually I find that it is exciting to build a… read more
Foodborne Listeria Outbreak is the Latest in the FDA’s Active Foodborne Outbreak Investigations
Listeria,Outbreaks & Recalls,Salmonella | March 15, 2025
A new foodborne Listeria outbreak is just the latest in a list of active foodborne illness investigations keeping the agency busy. In fact, the current US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) “Investigations of Foodborne Illness Outbreaks” table contains three active… read more
Special Occasion Charcuterie Food Safety
Food Safety,Our Blog | March 15, 2025
Charcuterie is something that has taken off like a wildfire. Some start with very simple cheese boards with crackers while others go all out and absolutely put an entire table filled spread for their guests to enjoy. Whether you keep… read more
Reports of Food Poisoning in the Treasure Valley Associated with Unlicensed Food Vendors
Our Blog | March 15, 2025
Central District Health of Idaho warns consumers about unlicensed food vendors after complaints of food poisoning in the Treasure Valley area this year. What is the difference between a food vendor is licensed and one that is not? What are… read more
Food Safety,Our Blog | March 14, 2025
3.14, March 14th also known as Pi Day has grown in popularity over the years and of course what better way to celebrate this than with a slice of your favorite pie. Baking one from scratch is my absolute favorite… read more
Totally Cool Ice Cream Plant Closes Due to Repeat Listeria Violations
Listeria,Outbreaks & Recalls | March 13, 2025
The Totally Cool ice cream plant has closed its doors following a permanent injunction request from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The repeat Listeria violations and continued failure to correct other food safety problems observed during repeated inspections… read more
Food Safety,Our Blog | March 13, 2025
When little hands are helping in the kitchen it is highly important that as parents we take pride in teaching children food safety. My boys have been in the kitchen from the time they were in bouncy seats watching me… read more