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Bellevue IHOP Outbreak Is Prime Example of Lasting Effects of Contaminated Food Recalls

Food Safety,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls,Salmonella | August 20, 2024

A recent King County Update on the ongoing Bellevue IHOP Outbreak of Salmonella illnesses is a prime example of the lasting effects of contaminated food recalls. Ongoing Bellevue IHOP Outbreak Since January 2024, an IHOP located in Bellevue, Washington has… read more

EPA Emergency Order Issued, First Time in 40 Years!

Food Safety,Our Blog | August 20, 2024

EPA Emergency Order issued for the first time in 40 years! The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued an emergency order that suspends all registrations of the pesticide dimethyl tetrachloroterephthalate (DCPA or Dacthal) on August 6, 2024. Effective immediately!… read more

Effective Traceback Investigation Strategy Can Quickly Identify a Foodborne Outbreak Source, Explains Case Study

Food Safety,Our Blog | August 12, 2024

A traceback investigation is the first step in identifying the source of a foodborne outbreak. When people are falling sick, time is of the essence. The faster the outbreak source is discovered, the faster the situation can be remedied (e.g.,… read more

Feedlot Runoff a Huge Concern, Nearly 1000 Cattle Farms Located Near Crop Fields in California

Food Policy,Food Safety,Our Blog | August 9, 2024

California produces over 13% of the country’s “agricultural production value. In fact, the state is the nation’s sole producer (generating 99% or more) of several different crops. If you enjoy almonds, artichokes, clingstone peaches, dried plums, figs, olives, persimmons, pomegranates,… read more

FDA Releases Summary Report of Cyclospora in Fresh Herbs

Food Safety,Our Blog | 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

Additional Ground Cinnamon Products Identified in New FDA Public Health Alert

Food Safety,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | July 29, 2024

A new U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Public Health Alert published July 25, 2024, warns consumers not to use or retailers not to sell an additional brand of ground cinnamon products. Why? “Presence of elevated levels of lead.” What… read more

Is Raw Pet Food Risky? The Potential Impact on Humans and Animals.

Food Safety,Our Blog | 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

Safe to Eat Cookie Dough

Food Safety,Our Blog | 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

The Dangers of Raw Flour

Food Safety,Our Blog | 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

Say No to Raw Dough

Food Safety,Our Blog | 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