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Dozens of Cruise Passengers Sick with Norovirus Arrive at Houston Airport
Norovirus,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | June 4, 2024
The Houston Fire Department was called to Terminal C to greet dozens of cruise passengers sick with norovirus as they arrived at Houston’s Bush Intercontinental Airport with flu-like symptoms. Cruise Passengers Sick with Norovirus Cruise goers and flight travelers returned… read more
Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | June 3, 2024
The U.S Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is currently investigating a Salmonella outbreak involving the rare Salmonella Africana strain. Today, a recall was announced for certain whole cucumbers due to “possible health risk” – Salmonella. Could these two announcements be… read more
Connecticut Man Hospitalized with Legionnaires’ Disease from Garden Hose Water Bong
Legionella,Legionnaire's disease,Our Blog | May 30, 2024
A Connecticut man was hospitalized with Legionnaires’ disease from an unlikely source. Garden hose water bong was the likely source. Determining the cause of this man’s lung infection puzzled doctors, until information revealed the cannabis-related clue. This was the topic… read more
Sourdough Starter: How to Safely at Home
Our Blog | May 29, 2024
Sourdough– It’s literally everywhere. TikTok, Facebook, Farmer’s Markets. I am shocked I don’t dream about it some days as much of it as I see in a days’ time. The big question is can we have sourdough starter safely in… read more
Tuberculosis in Raw Milk is Yet Another Reason to Consider Pasteurization
Our Blog,Raw Milk | May 27, 2024
We all know that raw milk could potentially carry harmful germs like E. coli, Campylobacter, and now bird flu. But Tuberculosis in raw milk is yet another reason to consider pasteurization. A study gathering data about incidences of tuberculosis brings… read more
Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | May 27, 2024
Another infant formula recall due to US. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) non-compliance has been issued. This is the second this month for this category. However, several other infant formula recalls are still listed as active according to the FDA’s… read more
Is AI Used for Food Safety a Good or a Bad Thing?
Food Safety,Our Blog | May 26, 2024
Artificial intelligence (AI) is taking over many aspects of our daily life. From how we interact with technology interfaces, to help with projects, and even our entertainment. Even AI used for food safety is becoming more mainstream. But is it… read more
Biotoxin Linked to Mussels Sickens At Least 20 People Says Oregon Health Authority
Food Safety,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | May 26, 2024
A cluster of illnesses of paralytic shellfish poisoning caused by a biotoxin linked to mussels prompted an investigation by the Oregon Health Authority. According to the press release, there have been at least 20 people sickened by this naturally occurring… read more
Could Your Garden Hose Be Toxic? Tips to Identify a Non-Toxic Garden Hose to Keep Your Family Safe!
Are you using a non-toxic garden hose at your home? Garden hoses are a convenient way to move water from the source to where you want it. Whether that is a sprinkler to keep your yard looking green, irrigation for… read more