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Protecting families from contaminated food and water
Food Safety,Our Blog | May 13, 2024
Lead found in Lunchables food kits. Recent testing by the consumer advocacy group, Consumer Reports, finds lead in Lunchables food kits. These kits qualify for the National School Lunch Program, and Consumer Reports wants to change this. What is Consumer… read more
Activated Charcoal for Food Poisoning Likely Ineffective
Our Blog | May 11, 2024
Activated charcoal has been a savior for many years when it comes to poisonings. But how does it hold up for food poisoning? Experts say that activated charcoal for food poisoning is likely ineffective. Chemical poisoning is very different from… read more
Experts Warn of Deadly Vibrio Bacteria Moving North
Our Blog,Vibrio | May 10, 2024
Experts warn that the deadly Vibrio bacteria moving North may increase risk of cases in areas not commonly associated with the infection. Is climate change to blame? What is Vibrio? Vibrio vulnificus, or more commonly referred to as Vibrio or… read more
Links Between Food Poisoning and Autoimmune Disease May Surprise You
Guillain-Barre Syndrome,Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome,Irritable Bowel Syndrome,Our Blog,Reactive Arthritis | May 8, 2024
Links between food poisoning and autoimmune disease may surprise you. Food poisoning is a common ailment across the United States, presenting significant public health challenges across the country and around the world. In fact, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control… read more
Young Brazilian Woman Diagnosed with Botulism During Work Exchange Program
Botulism,Our Blog | May 7, 2024
Young Brazilian woman diagnosed with botulism during work exchange program is hospitalized. Family is attempting to move her home for further treatment. A young Brazilian woman participating in a work exchange program in Colorado becomes paralyzed and fighting for her… read more
Food Safety,Our Blog | May 6, 2024
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) launched an investigation on pesticides in spices after Hong Kong halted sales of certain products by Indian spice manufacturers, MDH and Everest. This decision comes after the discovery that some of these products… read more
Campylobacter Warning for Pure Pastures Dairy Raw Milk Issued After Consumer Fell Sick
Campylobacter,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | May 6, 2024
The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture issued a consumer warning for raw milk following reports of illness. Campylobacter warning for Pure Pastures Dairy raw milk was issued due to potential contamination with the harmful pathogen. One person has fallen ill with Campylobacter… read more
E. coli Linked to Walnuts in San Diego Outbreak Has Sickened At Least 12 So Far
E. coli,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | May 5, 2024
A recent outbreak of E. coli linked to walnuts in San Diego County has County Public Health officials telling residents to check their pantries. At least two people have fallen ill after consuming walnuts purchased from local stores and is… read more
Are Consumers Engaging in Risky Food Behaviors Because of the Economy?
Food Insecurity,Our Blog | May 4, 2024
Are consumers engaging in risky food behaviors due to economic pressure? Several recent studies say yes. A study recently released in the United Kingdom and another in the United States show that consumers from both countries have been impacted by… read more