All fields are required
Protecting families from contaminated food and water
Bird Flu found in Raw Milk Sample
Food Safety,Our Blog | December 21, 2024
After bird flu was detected in a retail sample of raw milk produced and packaged by Raw Farm, LLC, the California Department of Public Health warned consumers on Sunday to avoid consuming any from the same lot. At the state’s… read more
Don’t Make Food Poisoning Your Plus One at the Holiday Potluck This Year! What NOT to Bring.
Our Blog | December 19, 2024
A holiday potluck is a great way to reduce the stress for the person hosting the event. You also get to enjoy a variety of foods and show off your favorite and famous recipes. There are, however, a few tips… read more
CDC Scientists Analyze What Socioeconomic Status Impacts Salmonella Outbreaks from Ground Beef
Our Blog,Salmonella | December 18, 2024
Does socioeconomic status play a role in whether or not you get sick in a Salmonella outbreak from ground beef? Inquiring minds want to know. And so did some scientists. This was the topic of a recently published paper in… read more
Vegetables Are Riskier Than Beef When It Comes to E. coli
E. coli,Our Blog | December 17, 2024
If you think about it, vegetables are riskier than beef when it comes to E. coli. There I said it. And believe it or not, it is true! And there is science and data to back it up! Recent E…. read more
USDA Bulk Milk Testing to Detect Bird Flu in the Nation’s Milk Supply
Food Safety,Our Blog | December 15, 2024
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) issued a press release of an upcoming rollout of bulk milk testing to detect bird flu in the nation’s milk supply. If pasteurization kills bacteria, viruses, and other pathogens, why is this testing… read more
UK Study Finds Mold in Marijuana Along with Other Harmful Contaminants
Our Blog | December 13, 2024
A recent white paper published by Curaleaf Clinic in the United Kingdom (UK) highlights the problem of mold in marijuana found in illicit products. In addition to mold, other contaminants like chemical residues, heavy metals, yeasts, and harmful bacteria were… read more
Bird Flu Detected in Hawaii Says State Officials
Our Blog | December 13, 2024
Hawaii Department of Health announced the first poultry cases of bird flu detected in Hawaii mid-November. Leaving residents concerned the virus spreading on the island. Test results on various birds in a backyard flock revealed the presence of avian influenza… read more
Private Hot Tubs on Cruise Ships May Carry Legionnaires Risk
Legionnaire's disease,Our Blog | December 12, 2024
Private hot tubs on cruise ships may carry Legionnaires risk, but why? CDC researchers found that different cleaning protocols are often used for private hot tubs, contributing to a number of cruise ship Legionnaires disease outbreaks. Two outbreaks of Legionnaires… read more
Food Safety,Our Blog | December 11, 2024
Recently 3600 chemicals found in food packaging were present in human beings. Is our food poisoning us? Among these chemicals are PFAS, bisphenol, metals, and phthalates, all of which are linked to serious health risks, including cancer and hormone disruption…. read more
Poppy Seeds Risk Prompts Proposed Legislation. But There is More to It Than the Typical Bagel.
Our Blog | December 11, 2024
Could your poppy seeds bagel soon be contraband? Risks associated with poppy seeds prompts proposed legislation. But your “everything” bagel is likely not impacted by the new laws. Or is it? Here’s what we know about the proposed legislation on… read more