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Deadly Legionnaires’ Disease Outbreak in Ector County Claims Two Lives, Sickens at Least a Dozen

Legionella,Legionnaire's disease,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | February 2, 2026

At least twelve people have contracted the deadly waterborne illness, Legionnaires’ disease, in Ector County. Two people have died. The Make Food Safe Blog reported on a similar uptick in Legionnaires’ disease cases last Summer. Could these outbreaks be related?… read more

Two Residents from Cherokee Apartments in Yorkville Test Positive for Legionnaires’ Disease

Legionella,Legionnaire's disease,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | February 2, 2026

So far, two residents from the Cherokee Apartments, located in Yorkville, New York, have tested positive for Legionnaires’ disease. When more than one case is reported in an area within a 12-month period, it prompts an investigation. Why does NYC… read more

Legionnaires’ Disease Outbreak Linked to the Village at Cedar Hill! Vermont Health Department Investigates!

Legionella,Legionnaire's disease,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | February 2, 2026

The Vermont Health Department is investigating the Village at Cedar Hill. A long-term care facility located in Windsor. Several patients have been diagnosed with a serious, sometimes fatal lung infection called Legionnaires’ disease. This illness, unlike other contagious respiratory illnesses,… read more

At Least One Resident at Shapiro Developmental Center Sick with Legionnaires’ Disease

Legionella,Legionnaire's disease,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | January 31, 2026

At least one resident at Shapiro Developmental Center has fallen sick with a deadly pneumonia-like illness known as Legionnaires’ disease. Why is one confirmed illness at a health care facility a big issue? This lung infection is often caused by… read more

Harrah’s Laughlin Quietly Announces Legionnaires’ Disease Concern to Potentially Impacted Guests. Again.

Legionella,Legionnaire's disease,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | January 29, 2026

Harrah’s Laughlin, a bustling hotel resort center in the Colorado River Community of Laughlin, Nevada makes an appearance on the Make Food Safe Blog again. In May 2025 we reported that at least three guests contracted deadly Legionella bacterial infections… read more

Florida Health Finds Arsenic in Nerds Candy and Other Favorites in “Exposing Food Toxins” Study

Food Policy,Food Safety,Our Blog | January 28, 2026

Did you know there is arsenic in Nerds candy? I didn’t. Apparently those tiny, crunchy bursts of flavor pack more than a sweet and tangy punch. They contain arsenic. Enough arsenic that a bit over a handful puts you over… read more

Norovirus Myth versus Reality. Can You Tell Fact from Fiction?

Norovirus,Our Blog | January 23, 2026

Can you tell a norovirus myth from reality? Misinformation abounds with so many myths on the subject in the common vernacular. With 2026 starting with a strong wave of norovirus illnesses across the country, now is a good time to… read more

Does This Tuna Recall Give You Déjà Vu?

Botulism,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | January 22, 2026

Regular consumers of canned Genova brand seafood may feel some déjà vu after discovering another tuna recall for the same exact products for botulism risk. If you routinely stock this canned yellowfin product, you may have been notified of another… read more

What is the Difference Between High Fructose Corn Syrup and Real Cane Sugar Soft Drinks? Is One Really Better Than the Other?

Our Blog | January 22, 2026

Real cane sugar soft drinks have been making headlines for about a year now. The ingredient, commonly used in soft drinks until the 1980s, was replaced by a cheaper, sweeter option. High fructose corn syrup. In an effort to remove… read more

GAO Disappointed in Foodborne Illness Prevention, Calls Out FDA in Recent Report

Food Safety,Our Blog | January 21, 2026

The Government Accountability Office (GAO) has officially called out deficiencies in foodborne illness prevention results, as described in the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) enacted in 2011. While a good portion of the plans were met, there are at least… read more