I Prefer My Water with the Plastic on the Outside, Not the Inside: Study Shows Most Bottled Water Contains Harmful Microplastics

1 year ago

Microplastics in bottled water? You heard that right. I, like most people, prefer my water with the plastic on the…

New Salmonella Detection Tool Could Change Food Manufacturer’s Safety Protocol. For the Better!

1 year ago

Salmonella is a commonly observed foodborne bacteria linked to 1.35 million illnesses each year, according to the Centers For Disease…

State Attorneys General Urge Congress to Ban Unwashed Poppy Seeds, Here’s Why.

1 year ago

Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin is among 12 other state attorneys general urging the United States Congress to ban unwashed…

Health Department Confirms Legionnaires’ Disease at St. Margaret Hall Cincinnati Nursing Home

1 year ago

The Cincinnati Health Department confirmed at least one case of Legionnaires’ disease at St. Margaret Hall, a Cincinnati nursing home.…

Spring Cleaning Food Safety

1 year ago

Springtime. My second favorite season next to Fall. I’m a big fan of shorts, flip-flops, and baggy sweaters. I’m also…

What Legal Implications are Associated with Legionnaires’ Disease Outbreaks?

1 year ago

Legionnaires' disease can have significant legal implications when outbreaks occur. These implications can involve various stakeholders, including individuals and families…

Incubation Period for Staphylococcus

1 year ago

The incubation period for Staphylococcus infections can vary depending on the type of infection and individual factors, but is generally…

Dole Brand Salad is Recalled, Potential Cross-Contamination

1 year ago

Dole Fresh Vegetables, Inc. issued an announcement that certain kit varieties of their Dole brand salad is recalled. This recall…

Kitchen Safety Tips to Give You a Green Light in the Kitchen!

1 year ago

Much of cooking is common sense. The oven is hot. Ice is cold. You can get sick from eating raw…

New Food Safety Modernization Act Update Will Increase Traceability During an Outbreak

1 year ago

One of the toughest aspects of an investigator’s job during a foodborne outbreak is determining the source. An update to…