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Protecting families from contaminated food and water
Food Safety,Our Blog | March 18, 2024
Do Foodborne outbreaks affect stock prices for publicly traded companies? A recent study published by University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign explores this concept. With so many outbreaks, eight between the study period of 2015 – 2018, Chipotle made a great subject… read more
Food Safety,Our Blog | March 5, 2024
Microplastics in bottled water? You heard that right. I, like most people, prefer my water with the plastic on the outside of the container – not inside it. However, studies show that about 93% of commercially available bottled water contains… read more
New Salmonella Detection Tool Could Change Food Manufacturer’s Safety Protocol. For the Better!
Food Safety,Our Blog | March 5, 2024
Salmonella is a commonly observed foodborne bacteria linked to 1.35 million illnesses each year, according to the Centers For Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This results in 26,200 hospitalizations and accounts for 420 deaths. In recent years, the US Food… read more
Foodborne Illness Affects 1 in 6 Americans Each Year! Here’s What You Need to Know.
Food Safety,Our Blog | February 27, 2024
While the food supply in the United States is one of the “safest in the word,” foodborne illness is still a significant concern in this first world country. People rely more and more on commercially prepared, restaurant acquired, or packaged… read more
Hepatitis A Exposure at University of North Dakota, Officials Urge Vaccination
Food Safety,Hep A | February 23, 2024
Grand Forks North Dakota Public Health officials urge vaccination following possible Hepatitis A exposure at University of North Dakota. Reports indicate more than 50 people have been vaccinated so far. According to Grand Forks Public Health, the exposure event took… read more
Käserei Gloggnitz CEO Faces Criminal Charges for Listeria Outbreak, Sentenced to 13 Months in Prison
Food Safety,Our Blog | February 22, 2024
The CEO of Käserei Gloggnitz recently faced criminal charges for a Listeria outbreak linked to the firm’s dairy products and has been sentenced to 13 months in prison. This isn’t something you see often. In most cases, the company is… read more
Panera Charged Lemonade Lawsuit Cites Permanent Cardiac Injury
Food Safety | February 2, 2024
A third legal complaint has been filed against Panera Bread in response to the health effects of their Charged Lemonades. However, this case is a bit different from the previous two. The current suit involves a young, previously healthy individual… read more
Ways Restaurants Respond to Food Poisoning Claims
Food Safety | December 1, 2023
Food poisoning claims can be a restaurant’s worst nightmare and an owner’s greatest challenge. The repercussions of such claims extend beyond financial losses, impacting a restaurant’s reputation and customer trust. To maintain credibility and address these concerns, restaurants employ various… read more
Foodborne Illnesses at Daycare: What to Do If Your Child Becomes Sick
Food Safety | October 2, 2023
Foodborne illnesses are a concerning issue that can affect individuals of any age, but when it strikes children at daycare, it raises a unique set of concerns for parents. Here are the steps to take if your child falls ill… read more
Kumo Sushi & Steakhouse Food Poisoning
Bacillus,Food Safety,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | September 10, 2023
After eating at Kumo Sushi & Steakhouse on Saturday, a dozen people were rushed to the Emergency Room with food poisoning. At least 28 people were sickened in the Kumo Sushi & Steakhouse Food Poisoning Outbreak. The Kumo Sushi &… read more