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FDA Approves New Food Allergy Drug, Xolair
March 16, 2024
The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently approved a new food allergy drug meant to provide a prophylactic effect against some common food allergies. This is not a cure, but it provides hope for those with severe food… read more
New Salmonella Detection Tool Could Change Food Manufacturer’s Safety Protocol. For the Better!
March 5, 2024
Salmonella is a commonly observed foodborne bacteria linked to 1.35 million illnesses each year, according to the Centers For Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This results in 26,200 hospitalizations and accounts for 420 deaths. In recent years, the US Food… read more
New Food Safety Modernization Act Update Will Increase Traceability During an Outbreak
February 27, 2024
One of the toughest aspects of an investigator’s job during a foodborne outbreak is determining the source. An update to an existing government regulation would potentially increase traceability during an outbreak, assisting in US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) investigations…. read more
Foodborne Illness Affects 1 in 6 Americans Each Year! Here’s What You Need to Know.
February 27, 2024
While the food supply in the United States is one of the “safest in the word,” foodborne illness is still a significant concern in this first world country. People rely more and more on commercially prepared, restaurant acquired, or packaged… read more
More recalls linked to the Rizo Lopez Dairy Outbreak, 26 Illnesses and 2 Deaths So Far
February 27, 2024
The source of a decades long Listeria monocytogenes outbreak was finally identified. However, that recall has expanded to include more recalls linked to the Rizo Lopez dairy outbreak. In an update posted on February 22, 2024, more companies have joined… read more
Rizo Lopez Foods Source of Long Listeria Outbreak
February 2, 2024
The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) are collaborating with state and local partners to investigate illnesses linked to a multi-ear, multi-state outbreak of Listeria monocytogenes. With cases dating back to 2014,… read more
Food Allergy Pill on the Horizon?
January 1, 2024
According to Food Allergy Research and Education (FARE), 200,000 people require medical care for allergic reactions to food each year. A once monthly injection currently in Phase 3 of its clinical trial may become available as soon as early 2024… read more
August 19, 2023
It is that glorious time of year when the house is quiet again and a week’s worth of snacks lasts more than 2 days. Kids are back in school. That means they aren’t devouring everything in your fridge and are… read more
May 2, 2023
Dave’s Sushi Food Poisoning: Restaurant Closed After Patrons Die Investigation Ongoing as Several Others Recover in Bozeman, Montana After Eating Mushrooms Two deaths and several others sickened, all linked to a Bozeman restaurant – Dave’s Sushi, have investigators looking for… read more
The Top 10 Riskiest Foods to Eat
April 21, 2023
If you have ever experienced food poisoning, I am sure it provides you with vivid memories. Terrible pain or discomfort, entirely too much time spent in the bathroom, and for some – a trip to the hospital. You are not… read more