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

May 3, 2025

A foodborne illness outbreak involves two or more people getting sick from the same contaminated food or drink. But how do investigators figure out that sick people are linked to an outbreak? How is a specific source identified? It is… read more

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

April 22, 2025

Rates of foodborne illnesses increased from previous years’ statistics. Some states are higher risk for outbreaks and that is a serious cause for concern. While there is some argument that advancements in technology and communication have increased the awareness of… read more

Foodborne Listeria Outbreak is the Latest in the FDA’s Active Foodborne Outbreak Investigations

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

Wash Your Hands to Reduce Risk of Foodborne Illness

March 8, 2025

This is your friendly reminder to wash your hands to reduce your risk of foodborne illness and other infections like the common cold or flu. Did you know that the simple act of properly washing your hands can prevent a… read more

The FDA Wants to Standardize Labeling for Plant-Based Alternatives to Animal-Derived Foods and Needs Industry Input

March 1, 2025

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is working on a draft guidance document for labeling plant-based alternatives to animal-derived foods and needs industry input. Members of the industry are encouraged to read the proposed guidance and provide feedback based… read more

FDA Imposes Strict Requirements for Healthy Claim Used by Food Manufacturers

February 25, 2025

Food manufacturers have new healthy claim requirements to continue use of the phrase in their products. In an effort to fight misinformation and promote healthier lifestyles, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has updated the existing requirements for food… read more

A High Fiber Diet Could Be the Key to Preventing Foodborne Infection, Even After Exposure

February 24, 2025

Could something as simple as a high fiber diet be the key to preventing foodborne infection. A recent study published in the journal Nature Microbiology says so. How does the study prove this? What exactly does a high fiber diet… read more

Boar’s Head Food Safety Promise Day Announcement

February 20, 2025

On February 13, 2025, Boar’s Head announced that they were observing a Food Safety Promise Day and explained their ongoing efforts to increase food safety at their plants. The 120-year-old meat and cheese producer at the center of an unprecedented… read more

GAO Publishes Status of Foodborne Illness in the U.S. Study Results

February 18, 2025

The Government Accountability Office (GAO) recently published a study on the Status of Foodborne Illness in the United States to help identify what areas of focus the government can emphasize to achieve better outcomes. The study report makes excellent points…. read more

The FDA Wants to End Sell By Dates on Food. Here’s Why!

February 6, 2025

Sell By Dates may be disappearing from your food packages soon. Here’s why! The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), as part of the “National Strategy for Reducing Food Loss and Waste and Recycling Organics,” referred to as “the National… read more