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Culture-Independent Diagnostic Tests Have Impacted Foodborne Disease Surveillance Data
August 9, 2024
Culture-independent diagnostic tests have greatly impacted the way historical trends in foodborne disease surveillance data can be interpreted. While there are obvious benefits to these new diagnostic techniques; like most things, it comes with its own set of complications. A… read more
FDA Releases Summary Report of Cyclospora in Fresh Herbs
August 9, 2024
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently published their findings on a sampling project for foodborne pathogens in fresh herbs using basil, cilantro, and parsley, especially Cyclospora in Fresh Herbs. This “sampling assignment” was a part of the FDA… read more
Cary, North Carolina Cyclospora Outbreak Sickens More Than 100 People
August 9, 2024
Cary, North Carolina Cyclospora outbreak sickens more than 100 people. Health officials are investigating a cyclosporiasis infection outbreak that has sickened over 100 people so far. A Cary, North Carolina Cyclospora outbreak lawsuit is coming. Here’s what you need to… read more
Why You Should Report Food Poisoning to the Health Department
July 30, 2024
Often the first step is the hardest when making a decision about a situation. Today we are going to talk about why you should report food poisoning to the health department. I get it, you already feel awful. The… read more
Food Poisoning at Breakfast Buffets
July 26, 2024
Who doesn’t love a free breakfast when they are on vacation? I know that is one reason why we pick some of the places that we go. Food poisoning & breakfast buffets are a combination that no one wants though…. read more
Is Raw Pet Food Risky? The Potential Impact on Humans and Animals.
July 21, 2024
A recent study conducted by the United Kingdom’s Food Standards Agency (FSA) evaluated the risks associated with raw pet food to humans and their companion animals. Contrary to popular belief, domesticated animals’ systems may not be as adequate to consume… read more
July 20, 2024
We all love the taste and the texture of cookie dough, but most know it isn’t safe to eat cookie dough. The raw ingredients such as egg and flour make it a risky treat that isn’t worth the chance of… read more
1 Sick in Minnesota Deli Meat Listeria Outbreak
July 19, 2024
A person is sick in the Minnesota Deli Meat Listeria Outbreak. Here is everything we know about this ongoing nationwide outbreak: Boar’s Head Recall Boar’s Head Provisions Co., Inc., a Jarratt, Va., establishment, is recalling all liverwurst products produced by… read more
July 18, 2024
The dangers of raw flour have become more known over the years. What was once considered common practice of licking the beaters or the mixing bowl is now frowned upon, but for very serious reasons. Flour is a staple ingredient… read more
July 17, 2024
The dangers have been known for years yet sometimes in the heat of the moment we all forget some basic rules when it comes to handling certain types of food or even when taking a test taste. We are learning… read more