foodborne illness

New Study Finds Antimicrobial Resistance Makes Infections 10 Times More Deadly

Our Blog | June 14, 2025

A recent study found a shocking statistic about antimicrobial resistance and mortality rate. Based on accumulated data, scientists find that those suffering from resistant bacteremia have a 10% increased likelihood of death when compared to patients without antimicrobial resistant strains…. read more

Food Poisoning Deaths and Hospitalizations Doubled in 2024, Says Food for Thought Report

Food Safety,Our Blog | June 11, 2025

A recent Food for Thought report announced foodborne illnesses in 2024 increased significantly over the previous year. Even scarier, the number of deaths and hospitalizations due to severe illnesses doubled! Doubled! Overall, there were 1,392 people sickened by contaminated food… read more

What To Do When Severe Food Poisoning Strikes

Our Blog | June 7, 2025

Severe food poisoning goes beyond the mild inconvenience of minor food poisoning. For many with healthy immune systems and mild or moderate infections, food poisoning may not be serious. Treat the symptoms. Eat bland foods. Stay close to the bathroom…. read more

Wash? Or Not Wash? Bagged Lettuce Addition.

Food Safety,Our Blog | May 31, 2025

Many people opt for pre-washed bagged lettuce as a convenience. It’s me. I am “many people.” But is it actually safe to consume without washing it yourself? The conservative answer to that question is an unpopular, “it depends.” Pre-Washed Bagged… read more

Outbreak Data Through 2023 Now Available to the Public

Food Safety,Our Blog | May 29, 2025

Have you ever wanted to comb through outbreak data like the pros do? The comprehensive database has just been updated. You can now sort through outbreaks involving bacteria, parasites, viruses, and chemicals spread through food and other means. All with… read more

UK Scientists Improve AI to Detect Foodborne Illness Using Restaurant Reviews

Our Blog | May 23, 2025

Last year, Make Food Safe considered the possibility of using AI to detect foodborne illness using restaurant reviews. But new technological discoveries often age like milk. In just a year, so much has changed. A new study from the UK… read more

The Evolution of Food Safety Regulations

Food Policy,Our Blog | May 23, 2025

Food safety regulations help keep our food supply safe. Ensuring that food manufacturers adhere to safety standards to ensure our food is free of contaminants, adulterants, and harmful substances. While we have certainly come a long way, we have yet… read more

Rules for Refrigerating Leftovers, Avoiding the Danger Zone

Food Safety,Our Blog | May 22, 2025

If you are a regular reader of our Make Food Safe Blog, you have certainly come across the danger zone phrase at least a time or two. Understanding this risky temperature range and what makes it so dangerous is a… read more

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

Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | 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

Food Safety,Our Blog | 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