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What Legal Implications are Associated with Legionnaires’ Disease Outbreaks?

Legionnaire's disease | March 1, 2024

Legionnaires’ disease can have significant legal implications when outbreaks occur. These implications can involve various stakeholders, including individuals and families affected by the disease, healthcare facilities, building owners, employers, and public health authorities. Insurance Claims Insurance coverage may play a… read more

Incubation Period for Staphylococcus 

Staphyloccocous | February 29, 2024

The incubation period for Staphylococcus infections can vary depending on the type of infection and individual factors, but is generally 4 to 10 days. Incubation Period Overview Staphylococcus is a group of bacteria, with Staphylococcus aureus being one of the… read more

Dole Brand Salad is Recalled, Potential Cross-Contamination

Listeria,Outbreaks & Recalls | February 27, 2024

Dole Fresh Vegetables, Inc. issued an announcement that certain kit varieties of their Dole brand salad is recalled. This recall is in response to potential cross-contamination with a different recalled product – Rizo Lopez Foods cheese. Large production facilities process… read more

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

Our Blog | February 27, 2024

Much of cooking is common sense. The oven is hot. Ice is cold. You can get sick from eating raw meat. Most people know most things. But everyone can benefit from a refresher. Let’s take a ride and discuss some… read more

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

Our Blog | February 27, 2024

One of the toughest aspects of an investigator’s job during a foodborne outbreak is determining the source. An update to an existing government regulation would potentially increase traceability during an outbreak, assisting in US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) investigations…. read more

Foodborne Illness Affects 1 in 6 Americans Each Year! Here’s What You Need to Know.

Food Safety,Our Blog | February 27, 2024

While the food supply in the United States is one of the “safest in the word,” foodborne illness is still a significant concern in this first world country. People rely more and more on commercially prepared, restaurant acquired, or packaged… read more

Hepatitis A Exposure at Cracker Barrel Prompts Erie County Department of Health Alert

Hepatitis A,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | February 27, 2024

According to a media release from Erie County Administration, the Erie County Department of Health has identified a hepatitis A exposure at Cracker Barrel. This alert comes after a Cracker Barrel food worker with a confirmed case of hepatitis A… read more

More recalls linked to the Rizo Lopez Dairy Outbreak, 26 Illnesses and 2 Deaths So Far

Listeria,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | February 27, 2024

The source of a decades long Listeria monocytogenes outbreak was finally identified. However, that recall has expanded to include more recalls linked to the Rizo Lopez dairy outbreak. In an update posted on February 22, 2024, more companies have joined… read more

Incubation Period for Norovirus

Norovirus | February 23, 2024

The incubation period for norovirus is relatively short compared to other gastrointestinal viruses, typically ranging from 12 to 48 hours after exposure. However, it can vary, and some individuals may start experiencing symptoms as early as 12 hours after exposure,… read more

Hepatitis A Exposure at University of North Dakota, Officials Urge Vaccination

Food Safety,Hep A | February 23, 2024

Grand Forks North Dakota Public Health officials urge vaccination following possible Hepatitis A exposure at University of North Dakota. Reports indicate more than 50 people have been vaccinated so far. According to Grand Forks Public Health, the exposure event took… read more