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Bacteria Form Gangs to Evade Sanitizers
Our Blog | February 8, 2024
They say there is strength in numbers. As it turns out, this also applies to bacteria as well. A recent Penn State study published in the journal, Biofilm, demonstrated that common sanitizers often used in foods are far less effective… read more
Panera Charged Lemonade Lawsuit Cites Permanent Cardiac Injury
Food Safety | February 2, 2024
A third legal complaint has been filed against Panera Bread in response to the health effects of their Charged Lemonades. However, this case is a bit different from the previous two. The current suit involves a young, previously healthy individual… read more
Rizo Lopez Foods Source of Long Listeria Outbreak
Our Blog | February 2, 2024
The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) are collaborating with state and local partners to investigate illnesses linked to a multi-ear, multi-state outbreak of Listeria monocytogenes. With cases dating back to 2014,… read more
Peaches Nectarines, and Plums Listeria Outbreak is Over
Listeria | February 1, 2024
As of January 30, 2024, the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced that the multistate outbreak of Listeria monocytogenes infections linked to HMC Farms peaches, nectarines, and plums is over. The Outbreak So far there have… read more
Incubation Period for Cyclospora
Cyclospora | January 26, 2024
The incubation period for Cyclospora infection can vary, but it typically ranges from about 2 to 14 days. This variability makes it challenging to pinpoint the exact source of exposure, as individuals may not immediately associate symptoms with a recent… read more
Incubation Period for Campylobacter
Campylobacter | January 16, 2024
The incubation period for Campylobacter infection typically ranges from two to five days, although it can vary. The incubation period refers to the time between exposure to the bacteria and the onset of symptoms. Campylobacter is a genus of bacteria… read more
Incubation Period for Shigella
Shigella | January 11, 2024
The incubation period for Shigella can vary, but it typically ranges from one to seven days, with an average of about three days. Shigella is a group of bacteria that can cause gastroenteritis known as shigellosis. Incubation Period Overview The… read more
Busseto Charcuterie Salmonella Outbreak
Our Blog,Salmonella | January 3, 2024
Put down that charcuterie, it may have Salmonella. There’s a Busseto Charcuterie Salmonella Outbreak: The MN DOH on this Busseto Charcuterie Salmonella Outbreak Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) and Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) officials are warning Minnesota consumers not… read more
1 Death in the Mountain View Grand Resort Legionnaires’ Disease Outbreak
Legionnaire's disease,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | January 2, 2024
The New Hampshire Division of Public Health Services is currently investigating a Legionnaires’ disease outbreak linked to Mountain View Grand Resort, located in Whitefield, New Hampshire. Two out-of-state residents were recently diagnosed with the Legionnaires’ disease, both stayed at the… read more