What is Shigella?

6 years ago

I can vividly remember the first and only time I succumbed to food poisoning (now commonly known as a foodborne…

Could a Cyclospora Outbreak Make a Comeback?

6 years ago

When an outbreak happens, we have a set list of bacteria we consider and discuss quite often. Between Salmonella, E.…

The Rise in Adult Food Allergies

6 years ago

You find yourself lurching over the toilet, alternating vomiting and experiencing diarrhea. Not a particularly nice way to begin an…

Compost Safety (Hint: Compost Can Cause Legionnaires’ Disease)

6 years ago

Compost is called black gold for a reason. A mainstay of organic gardening, compost is considered a valuable soil conditioner,…

No! Not Nutella! The Nutella Factory Shut Down

6 years ago

It’s sad (or unfortunate, at least) but true. Until about seven years ago, I had never even heard of Nutella.…

Refrigeration Risk Analysis

6 years ago

Refrigeration is about as near to magic as we get in our daily lives. Think about it: without the power…

Roadkill or Cuisine? If You Eat It, Eat It Safely

6 years ago

You need a knowing eye to determine if an animal is safe to eat, even more so if the carcass…

Maysara Winery & Pearl Catering: the Cause of the Shigella Wedding Outbreak?

6 years ago

In the days following the announcement of the Shigella Wedding Outbreak, more information has come out naming the suspects. The…

Ecoli Outbreak in Kentucky – Exact Source Still a Mystery

6 years ago

Another Ecoli outbreak has hit the news. This time in central Kentucky. And while reports are just coming in, the…

What to do When the Fridge Goes Out During Stormy Weather

6 years ago

If you live somewhere with inclement weather, you probably know a thing or two about preparing for a storm or…