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Protecting families from contaminated food and water
Legionnaire's disease,Outbreaks & Recalls | November 27, 2024
Reports of seven confirmed cases of Legionnaires’ disease in Westminster prompts local health authority to issue public warning. Here’s what we know about the recent uptick of Legionnaires’ disease in Westminster and what it means for residents and businesses in… read more
Thanksgiving Buffet Safety Tips to Send Your Family Home with Leftovers, Not Listeria
Food Safety,Our Blog | November 27, 2024
Thanksgiving buffet safety tips to send your family home with leftovers, not Listeria. Thanksgiving is all about gathering together for a meal with families, friends, and found family. Every family is unique, each bringing their own style and dishes to… read more
Negative Test Result Does Not Get Andre’s Catering Off the Hook in St. Louis E. coli Outbreak
E. coli,Outbreaks & Recalls | November 27, 2024
A negative test result on lettuce samples does not get Andre’s catering off the hook in the St. Louis E. coli outbreak that has sickened over 100 people, says Department of Health. Despite the samples obtained from unopened packages of… read more
Food Safety,Our Blog | November 26, 2024
While many wives find themselves seeing their husbands a little less (or maybe you join him on the hunts) this is such an important time to brush up on safely preparing wild game. This begins as soon as the animal… read more
Reports of Food Poisoning at Stack 571 Burger and Whiskey Bar
Outbreaks & Recalls | November 26, 2024
King County Public Health announces three reports of food poisoning at Stack 571 Burger and Whiskey Bar in Kirkland. Report indicates that risk of infection has passed. However, other unreported illnesses may be included in this outbreak. Here’s what we… read more
Listeria,Outbreaks & Recalls | November 25, 2024
Listeria illness during pregnancy has serious consequences. An unfortunate reality for many mourning families. A recent Listeria outbreak associated with Yu Shang products relating to the death of twin newborns highlights this seriousness of Listeria illness during pregnancy and the… read more
New Study on E. Coli and Climate Change Highlights Impact on Foodborne Outbreaks
E. coli,Our Blog | November 24, 2024
A new study on E. coli and climate change highlights the impacts the problem has on foodborne outbreaks. Specifically, the most scary of E. coli bacterial strain. Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli O157:H7 or STEC O157:H7. Why is this important? Increased… read more
Food Safety,Our Blog | November 23, 2024
We have arrived at the day where 46 million turkeys are cooked and eaten for Thanksgiving. 46 million. That’s a huge number and honestly more than I thought. A whopping 88% of Americans will consume turkey on Thanksgiving. Not sure… read more
Lead Exposure From Backyard Chicken Eggs
Food Safety,Our Blog | November 23, 2024
Did you know there is a risk of lead exposure from backyard chicken eggs? This is especially true with children. Chickens have become all the rage all around the country. They are cute, fairly easy to care for, and provide… read more
Food Safety,Our Blog | November 22, 2024
Statistics say that fires are very common on Thanksgiving and a lot of them come from frying a turkey. There are a lot of areas where errors can occur especially if it’s your first time frying a turkey. Be sure… read more