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Protecting families from contaminated food and water
17 Sick with Shigella After Eating at Seattle Restaurant
January 31, 2023
Local media reports the Public Health Seattle-King County is investigating an outbreak of a gastrointestinal illness that was contracted at an International District neighborhood restaurant. Here is everything we know about this Shigella Seattle outbreak: About the Shigella Seattle Outbreak According… read more
Brooklyn Campylobacter Outbreak
November 2, 2022
City health officials are investigating a potential outbreak in Brooklyn of campylobacter, a bacterial infection that causes flu-like stomach symptoms. Here is everything we know about this Brooklyn Campylobacter Outbreak: About the Brooklyn Campylobacter Outbreak In Brooklyn, health officials said… read more
How Long Can Hard Boiled Eggs Sit Out?
September 28, 2022
Like most foods, hard boiled eggs can only sit out at room temperature for two hours before spoiling. If your kitchen is very warm, such as 90° F or higher, they will only last one hour outside the refrigerator before… read more
Should I Store Cake in the Fridge?
September 27, 2022
Cake tastes best when eaten within 24 hours of cooking. However, if you need to preserve it for a longer period or if your kitchen is very warm, it is best to store it in the fridge. Cakes made with… read more
How Long Can Food Poisoning Last?
August 29, 2022
Food poisoning is unpleasant, and symptoms can begin in as little as 30 minutes from when you consumed the contaminated food or beverage, but how long do they last? Most cases pass within 12 to 48 hours, but some can… read more
Food Poisoning Lawsuit Settlement Amounts
June 29, 2022
It is possible to sue for food poisoning, but the settlement amounts can widely vary. Each case is different, and its worth will be dependent on unique facts. Here are some examples. $370,000 Twelve co-workers in Connecticut became violently ill… read more
June 28, 2022
If you accidentally leave eggs sitting out, you may be wondering if they are still safe to eat. In the U.S., eggs can sit out at room temperature for two hours before spoiling. However, if the temperature in the room… read more
June 27, 2022
Daily Harvest, Inc., of New York City, New York issued a voluntary recall on June 23, 2022 for all lots of their French Lentil + Leek Crumbles due to gastrointestinal illness and potential liver function issues. Here’s what we know… read more
What is the Difference Between Foodborne Illness and Food Poisoning?
May 31, 2022
“Food poisoning” and “foodborne illness” are often used interchangeably, but they do have different meanings. Foodborne illness is any illness brought on by food contaminated with viruses, bacteria, or other pathogens. You may start to feel sick within minutes, or… read more
How to Tell if Food is Expired
May 31, 2022
It isn’t always obvious when food is expired, and expiration dates are not always correct. If you are unsure whether something is safe to consume, the best option is to throw it away and not risk foodborne illness. However, here are… read more