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Protecting families from contaminated food and water
Food Policy,Our Blog | July 6, 2024
Who exactly is responsible for food safety in the United States? While of course the food manufacturer and the end consumer have some role in food safety. Certain regulatory agencies, however, are involved in the enforcement of food safety practices…. read more
Microwave Cooking Might Be a Game Changer. But Is It Safe?
Our Blog | July 5, 2024
The microwave oven is one of the great conveniences invented in the 20th century. Over 90% of American homes have at least one microwave. But microwave cooking is still not a commonly performed task. Why are we comfortable with heating… read more
Fourth of July Food Safety Tips to Keep the Fireworks in the Air and Not in the Bathroom!
Food Safety,Our Blog | July 3, 2024
Fourth of July marks our nation’s independence from England. However, what emerged from a disagreement about tea and taxes (among other things) is fireworks, family gatherings, and of course backyard grilling. Fireworks can be a beautiful experience. However, you want… read more
The Most Dangerous Things You Can Do With Food at a Cook Out
Our Blog | July 2, 2024
With July 4th rapidly approaching everyone is already in huge debate about how they want to celebrate. My personal favorite way to celebrate this important American holiday is with a cook out. Read today to find out the most… read more
Check Your Hurricane Food Stash! How Long Do Non-Perishable Foods Really Last?
Our Blog | July 2, 2024
With more and more tropical activity developing and hurricane season in full swing, you may be thinking about your hurricane food stash. How long do these non-perishable foods really last? Here’s your cue to inventory your hurricane food items and… read more
FDA and CDC Warn Against Microdosing Mushrooms as a Current Outbreak Sickens 12 So Far!
Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | July 1, 2024
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and America’s Poison Centers warn against microdosing mushrooms as a current outbreak has spanned eight U.S. states. The Diamond Shruumz-brand microdosing mushrooms products are at… read more
Seafood Norovirus Outbreak in California
Food Safety,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | July 1, 2024
This year has been a bad year for shellfish. It seems like every time you click a homepage, there is another seafood norovirus outbreak in California linked to oysters. Seafood Norovirus Outbreak in California Linked to Oysters from Mexico In… read more
FDA Warns Dollar Tree After Company Did Not Remove Product That Sickened Children
Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | July 1, 2024
FDA warns Dollar Tree with an official “Warning Letter” for failing to remove lead-tainted product from store shelves despite several statements that they were doing so. Failure to cooperate with a recall notice is a serious offense. When it is… read more
Beat the Heat with a Slow Cooker This Summer!
Our Blog | July 1, 2024
As the pages of calendar turn and the days heat up, you may be thinking of ways to cool down meal prep in the kitchen. Alternative cooking methods are great ways to do so. Especially, ones that don’t add extra… read more
Huge Canned Coffee Recall Stirs Up Concern for Botulism
Botulism,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | June 30, 2024
Snapchill LLC of Green Bay, Wisconsin just initiated a huge canned coffee recall for all canned coffee products manufactured by the company. Why? Because “their current process could lead to growth and production of the deadly toxin, botulinum toxin, in… read more