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Protecting families from contaminated food and water
Food Safety,Our Blog | March 5, 2024
Microplastics in bottled water? You heard that right. I, like most people, prefer my water with the plastic on the outside of the container – not inside it. However, studies show that about 93% of commercially available bottled water contains… read more
New Salmonella Detection Tool Could Change Food Manufacturer’s Safety Protocol. For the Better!
Food Safety,Our Blog | March 5, 2024
Salmonella is a commonly observed foodborne bacteria linked to 1.35 million illnesses each year, according to the Centers For Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This results in 26,200 hospitalizations and accounts for 420 deaths. In recent years, the US Food… read more
State Attorneys General Urge Congress to Ban Unwashed Poppy Seeds, Here’s Why.
Food Policy,Our Blog | March 5, 2024
Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin is among 12 other state attorneys general urging the United States Congress to ban unwashed poppy seeds. These include Alabama, Georgia, Louisiana, Montana, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Carolina, South Dakota, Texas, Utah, Virginia, and West… read more
Health Department Confirms Legionnaires’ Disease at St. Margaret Hall Cincinnati Nursing Home
Legionnaire's disease,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | March 5, 2024
The Cincinnati Health Department confirmed at least one case of Legionnaires’ disease at St. Margaret Hall, a Cincinnati nursing home. Nursing home residents are considered a susceptible population, meaning they are at higher risk of becoming sick when exposed to… read more
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