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A New Salmonella Outbreak Joins Several Others on the FDA’s Active Investigation Table
Outbreaks & Recalls,Salmonella | February 18, 2025
A new Salmonella outbreak has joined the FDA’s current active investigation table. And it is not alone. In addition to three other active outbreak investigations, an E. coli outbreak that has been on the books since October has finally closed…. read more
Hepatitis A Exposure at University of Wisconsin Dining Hall
Hep A,Hepatitis A,Our Blog | February 18, 2025
A hepatitis A exposure at University of Wisconsin prompted mass notification this month. A student working in food service at the University of Wisconsin Madison’s Rheta dining hall potentially exposed up to 4,000 students and staff. Here’s what we know… read more
GAO Publishes Status of Foodborne Illness in the U.S. Study Results
Food Policy,Our Blog | February 18, 2025
The Government Accountability Office (GAO) recently published a study on the Status of Foodborne Illness in the United States to help identify what areas of focus the government can emphasize to achieve better outcomes. The study report makes excellent points…. read more
Legionella,Legionnaire's disease,Outbreaks & Recalls | February 17, 2025
Recent water testing results reveal the presence of the bacteria responsible for Legionnaires’ disease at Dignity Health St. Rose Dominican Hospital’s Siena Campus. What does this mean? And why is this a more serious situation for a hospital? Here’s what… read more
Gerber Teething Sticks Recall and Discontinuation Due to Choking Hazard
Outbreaks & Recalls | February 17, 2025
The Gerber Products Company recently discontinued and announced a Gerber Teething Sticks recall due to choking hazard. The recall was announced following reports of injury. Gerber Teething Sticks Teething is a terrible rite of passage. The pain of those tiny… read more
Village at Cedar Hill Legionnaires’ Disease Outbreak in Windsor, Vermont
Legionella,Legionnaire's disease,Outbreaks & Recalls | February 16, 2025
The Vermont Department of Health is investigating a Legionnaires’ disease outbreak at Village at Cedar Hill in Windsor Vermont. Legionnaires’ disease is a serious and preventable illness, particularly dangerous to the elderly and those with certain health conditions. What do… read more
Reports of Food Poisoning from Mexico Tipico in Port Lavaca, Texas
Outbreaks & Recalls,Salmonella | February 16, 2025
Reports of food poisoning from Mexico Tipico have been streaming in. Some as far back as November. With recent severe illnesses and hospitalizations, a food poisoning lawsuit is likely coming to Port Lavaca, Texas. Here’s what we know so far… read more
Hepatitis A Exposure at Ilili Restaurant Leaves Manhattan Patrons at Risk
Hepatitis A,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | February 15, 2025
The New York City Health Department issued a warning for a hepatitis A exposure at ilili Restaurant last week. Ilili Restaurant, known for its “authentic Lebanese Mediterranean” fare, may have served up more than what’s on the menu. Here’s what… read more
Michigan Auto Supplier Faces Fines Over Legionnaires Case
Food Safety,Legionnaire's disease | February 15, 2025
A Michigan auto supplier is facing a fine after it didn’t adequately address Legionnaires’ cases four years ago and the bacteria grew again – killing one worker and sickening two others in 2023. The Michigan Occupational Health and Safety Administration,… read more
What Types of Food Poisoning is Contagious?
Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | February 13, 2025
Food poisoning occurs when people consume food or water contaminated with harmful bacteria, viruses, parasites, or toxins. While most foodborne illnesses result from contaminated food, some types are contagious and can spread from person to person through direct contact, poor… read more