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Bacteria Form Gangs to Evade Sanitizers

Our Blog | February 8, 2024

They say there is strength in numbers. As it turns out, this also applies to bacteria as well. A recent Penn State study published in the journal, Biofilm, demonstrated that common sanitizers often used in foods are far less effective… read more

Rizo Lopez Foods Source of Long Listeria Outbreak

Our Blog | February 2, 2024

The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) are collaborating with state and local partners to investigate illnesses linked to a multi-ear, multi-state outbreak of Listeria monocytogenes.  With cases dating back to 2014,… read more

Busseto Charcuterie Salmonella Outbreak

Our Blog,Salmonella | January 3, 2024

Put down that charcuterie, it may have Salmonella. There’s a Busseto Charcuterie Salmonella Outbreak: The MN DOH on this Busseto Charcuterie Salmonella Outbreak Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) and Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) officials are warning Minnesota consumers not… read more

1 Death in the Mountain View Grand Resort Legionnaires’ Disease Outbreak

Legionnaire's disease,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | January 2, 2024

The New Hampshire Division of Public Health Services is currently investigating a Legionnaires’ disease outbreak linked to Mountain View Grand Resort, located in Whitefield, New Hampshire. Two out-of-state residents were recently diagnosed with the Legionnaires’ disease, both stayed at the… read more

Turkey Day Safety

Our Blog | November 22, 2023

It’s that time of year again. The mercury begins to drop, the leaves change color, and a feast of a holiday is just around the corner. Here’s some Turkey Day Safety tips to make your table food poisoning- free! Food… read more

Listeria Outbreak Linked to Peaches, Nectarines, and Plums

Listeria,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | November 20, 2023

CDC, public health and regulatory officials in several states, and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) have launched an investigation into a multistate outbreak Listeria outbreak linked to Peaches, Nectarines, and Plums. Epidemiologic and laboratory data show that HMC… read more

Incubation Period for E. Coli

Our Blog | October 23, 2023

Escherichia coli, commonly known as E. coli, is a type of bacteria that can cause a range of health issues, from mild stomach discomfort to severe complications. The E. Coli lawyers at the Lange Law Firm emphasize the importance of… read more

Multistate Salmonella Outbreak in Backyard Poultry

Our Blog | September 25, 2023

As a small homesteader, we have 7 laying hens. It is perfect for our family’s needs (most of the year). While they are not “pets” in the exact sense of the word, they are fun to watch and take care… read more

Donated Organs Cause Legionnaires’ Disease?

Legionella,Legionnaire's disease,Our Blog | September 25, 2023

A study of the first reported cases of transplant patients likely contracting Legionnaires’ disease from donor organs was published in a weekly Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) report. Two patients receiving lungs from the same donor fell ill… read more

Huntley High School E. coli Outbreak

Our Blog | September 24, 2023

A press release from McHenry County Department of Health on September 21, 2023, confirms an E. coli outbreak at Huntley High School, a grade 9-12 school with over 3000 students in Huntley Community School District 158. So far there have… read more