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Kumo Sushi & Steakhouse Rice Outbreak
Bacillus,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | September 14, 2023
At least 28 people have reported falling sick after eating at Kumo Sushi & Steakhouse in Stony Brook, New York and 12 were sick enough to be sent to the hospital. A short time after eating, patrons began falling seriously… read more
Westin Bonaventure Hotel Shigella Outbreak
Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls,Shigella | September 14, 2023
This week, Alameda County Public Health Department, in coordination with the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), announced it is investigating an outbreak of shigellosis likely associated with a union delegate conference held at a hotel venue in downtown Los… read more
FDA Issues Warning Letters to Three Infant Formula Manufacturers
Our Blog | September 11, 2023
The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued warning letters to three different infant formula manufacturers on August 30, 2023. These warning letters came after several serious recalls and subsequent shortages occurred when infant formula was found to be… read more
Kumo Sushi & Steakhouse Food Poisoning
Bacillus,Food Safety,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | September 10, 2023
After eating at Kumo Sushi & Steakhouse on Saturday, a dozen people were rushed to the Emergency Room with food poisoning. At least 28 people were sickened in the Kumo Sushi & Steakhouse Food Poisoning Outbreak. The Kumo Sushi &… read more
Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls,Salmonella | September 10, 2023
As a small homesteader, we have 7 laying hens. It is perfect for our family’s needs (most of the year). While they are not “pets” in the exact sense of the word, they are fun to watch and take care… read more
Sewage-Contaminated Oysters from Connecticut Recalled
Our Blog | September 10, 2023
The Connecticut Department of Agriculture, Bureau of Aquaculture, conducted an emergency precautionary closure of two approved oyster harvest areas after sample results showed potential sewage contamination. Dealers who harvested from the Groton and Stonington area were urged to recall oysters… read more
Raw French Cheese Campylobacter Outbreak
Campylobacter,Campylobacter Attorney,Campylobacter Lawsuit,Campylobacter Lawyer,Our Blog | September 8, 2023
A recent article in Frontier Microbiology featured in their Food Microbiology section titled “Campylobacter fetus Foodborne Illness Outbreak in the Elderly” is part of an ongoing series called From Farm Gate to Food Plate: Current Challenges In Foodborne Microorganism Detection,… read more
University of Arkansas Ecoli Outbreak
E. coli,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | August 25, 2023
The Arkansas Department of Health (ADH) is investigating an outbreak of Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC) infections. Illnesses have been reported among students who attend the University of Arkansas. Here is what we know about this University of Arkansas Ecoli Outbreak: About the… read more
Richman Plaza Bronx Legionnaires’ Outbreak
Legionnaire's disease,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | August 25, 2023
The New York City Health Department announced its investigation into two Bronx buildings’ water systems after two cases of Legionnaires’ disease occurred in residents at 10 Richman Plaza. It appears there is a known Richman Plaza Bronx Legionnaires’ Outbreak. The… read more