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Reports of Food Poisoning in the Treasure Valley Associated with Unlicensed Food Vendors

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

8 Most Antibiotic Resistant Bacteria in the World

March 11, 2025

Sometimes articles online catch my eye and I take a deep dive into what they are about. Recently I discovered an article that speaks about the 8 most antibiotic resistant bacteria in the world. It’s a hard pill to swallow… read more

Listeria in Willow Marsh Farms Raw Milk. Again.

March 9, 2025

Another sample tested positive for Listeria in Willow Marsh Farm raw milk. Prompting a recall and halted production. This latest positive test result comes just over a month after the last consumer warning and recall for Listeria in Willow Marsh… read more

The Problem with Netted Melons Goes Further Than Rind Deep

March 7, 2025

Netted melons pose a unique challenge. The texture of the surface serves as a webbing to attract and trap microbes. Some of which can do us harm. Harm that ranges from mild intestinal illness, to severe complication, and even death…. read more

Bird Flu in Arizona Dairy Cattle Milk, What is the Risk to Humans?

March 4, 2025

A recent detection of bird flu in Arizona dairy cattle milk has people wondering. What is the risk to humans? What can you do to reduce your risk of infection from dairy cattle milk? Arizona Department of Agriculture Quarantines Dairy… read more

Outbreak on Radiance of the Seas Cruise

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

Over a Dozen Sick with Norovirus in New Orleans From Contaminated Oysters

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

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

Reports of Food Poisoning from Mexico Tipico in Port Lavaca, Texas

February 16, 2025

Reports of food poisoning from Mexico Tipico have been streaming in. Some as far back as November. With recent severe illnesses and hospitalizations, a food poisoning lawsuit is likely coming to Port Lavaca, Texas. Here’s what we know so far… read more

What is a Herd Share, and Are They Safe?

February 6, 2025

With the wave of folks wanting to become more self-sufficient, today we take a look at what is a herd share and are they safe? From the outside looking in this looks like an awesome idea until you realize what… read more