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Packaged Salad Kits: Convenience At a Cost
Our Blog | February 5, 2025
Packaged salad kits are convenient. But at what cost? And I don’t mean the price tag. Though it usually does cost more for things that are already made. No. In this case, safety is the potential cost. The Convenience of… read more
CDC Scientists Analyze What Socioeconomic Status Impacts Salmonella Outbreaks from Ground Beef
Our Blog,Salmonella | December 18, 2024
Does socioeconomic status play a role in whether or not you get sick in a Salmonella outbreak from ground beef? Inquiring minds want to know. And so did some scientists. This was the topic of a recently published paper in… read more
Is There a Connection Between Ground Beef-Associated Salmonellosis and Socioeconomic Status?
Our Blog,Salmonella | December 7, 2024
Is there a community-level connection in ground beef-associated salmonellosis statistics? Does socioeconomic status make you more or less likely to become sick from this type of outbreak? Scientists say yes. The reason, however, is not all that clear. This was… read more
More Cucumber Recalls Announced After Salmonella Outbreak Was Linked to Imported Cucumbers
Outbreaks & Recalls,Salmonella | December 6, 2024
Two more cucumber recalls have been announced since the initial SunFed Produce recall that was linked to a multi-state Salmonella outbreak. Could we see more recalls? Probably. There are several reasons we may see more cucumber recalls announced. But first,… read more
Another Taylor Farms Recall Impacts Canada. What Does It Mean For Us?
Outbreaks & Recalls,Salmonella | December 6, 2024
This week, another Taylor Farms recall was announced by the Government of Canada. This recall is directed at packaged salad products for sale in Canada. So, what does it mean for us here in the United States. It could mean… read more
The Web’s Most Searched Questions About Salmonella
Our Blog,Salmonella | December 3, 2024
Hi there! Welcome to MakeFoodSafe.com, where we help people who have become sick with food poisoning. Today, we are here to answer the web’s most searched questions about Salmonella. Let’s get started! What is Salmonella? That’s an easy one. Salmonella… read more
FDA Announces an Outbreak of Salmonella Linked to Imported Cucumbers Over the Weekend
Outbreaks & Recalls,Salmonella | December 2, 2024
Over the weekend, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced an outbreak of Salmonella linked to imported cucumbers. A recall has been announced in response to these illnesses and strong correlation between becoming sick and eating certain imported cucumbers…. read more
Cascade County Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Larger, Multi-State Outbreak
Salmonella | November 21, 2024
A recent Cascade County Salmonella outbreak involving elementary school students is now linked to a larger, multi-state outbreak. Limited data is available about this connection, but we expect to know more in the coming days as more laboratory test results… read more
Our Blog | November 2, 2024
Two foodborne cruise outbreaks recently hit the news this year. One on Royal Caribbean’s International ship Radiance of the Seas and another on P&O Cruise’s ship Arcadia. Foodborne illness can rapidly spread on cruise ships. Between confined quarters, concentrations of… read more
How Often Are Salmonella Outbreaks Caused by Food Workers and How Exactly Does It Happen?
Our Blog,Salmonella | October 17, 2024
With restaurant Salmonella outbreaks hitting the news lately, a common question keeps popping up. How often are Salmonella outbreaks caused by food workers and how exactly does it happen? The answer is simple, yet scary. According to a study published… read more