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JBS Salmonella Beef Outbreak – What is the Cause?
Outbreaks & Recalls,Salmonella | October 28, 2018
You probably already know that there’s a massive Salmonella beef outbreak and recall that’s being handled by both the FDA and the USDA. The recall concerns 6.5 million pounds of beef distributed by Arizona company JBS Tolleson. The beef in… read more
Utah Ecoli Cases Linked to Farms and Petting Zoos?
E. coli,Outbreaks & Recalls | October 27, 2018
It’s Fall y’all. You know what that means. Falling leaves, shorter days, corn mazes, and beautiful weather for petting zoos. All of the fun childhood memories come back to us as we get to experience it over and over again… read more
Food Safety | October 27, 2018
Farmers in Arkansas aren’t allowed to spray a weed killer called Dicamba. So says the Arkansas State Plant Board, which decides which chemicals and seeds are allowed on the state’s farms. What’s the Deal with Dicamba? Dicamba is an herbicide… read more
Lead in Curry Powder A Problem!
Food Policy,Food Safety,Our Blog | October 26, 2018
Sirob Imports, Incorporated is recalling some of their curry powder after testing showed that it might contain elevated levels of lead, the FDA announced Wednesday. Brands distributed by the Lindenhurst, NY business that are affected by the recall include Corrado,… read more
Utah E coli Outbreak? Corn Mazes, Farms, and Petting Zoos to Blame?
E. coli,Outbreaks & Recalls | October 26, 2018
Utah’s Department of Public Health announced yesterday that they are investigating a concerning spike in STEC E coli cases in the state. Typically, the state sees 13 E coli cases in the month of October, but with this month already… read more
E. coli in Romaine Lettuce Again? Yuma Growing Region Begins
E. coli | October 26, 2018
Could we see Ecoli in romaine lettuce again this fall? Investigators and outbreak watchers are bracing for the worst as the Yuma growing season comes back this November. When the outbreak that began this past April ended, there were still… read more
Legionnaire's disease,Outbreaks & Recalls | October 26, 2018
Cases of Legionnaires’ disease are springing up all over the country recently. In my beloved former borough of Bronx, New York, two cases of Legionnaires’ have been confirmed, although the New York City Health Department has not classified it as… read more
Wait… Bitter Pumpkins Can Make You Go Bald?
Food Safety | October 25, 2018
Pumpkins are out in droves this festive season. From pumpkin spice to pumpkin pie, the sweet food takes its annual four months of fame. Unlike most pumpkin articles you’ll peruse this Fall, I want to take you on another journey…. read more
Tales of a Foodie Traveller – Travel and Food Poisoning
Food Safety | October 25, 2018
As an avid food lover, I am always amazed at how dishes that seem so simple can make me so happy. The beauty of food is endless and the diversity knows no boundaries. Taste can give sensations in unimaginable ways…. read more