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Protecting families from contaminated food and water
Listeria,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | July 3, 2022
An outbreak investigation is underway with a voluntary notice from Florida-based ice creamery, Big Olaf Creamery after 23 illnesses resulting in 22 hospitalizations and 1 fetal death were linked to consuming their product. This comes after a long investigation dating… read more
Should I Go To the Hospital if I Have Food Poisoning?
Food Safety | June 30, 2022
Food poisoning is always uncomfortable, but there are times when symptoms may be bad enough to warrant a visit to the doctor or hospital. If you don’t seek the treatment you need, there is a risk of facing long-term complications…. read more
Food Poisoning Lawsuit Settlement Amounts
Food Safety | June 29, 2022
It is possible to sue for food poisoning, but the settlement amounts can widely vary. Each case is different, and its worth will be dependent on unique facts. Here are some examples. $370,000 Twelve co-workers in Connecticut became violently ill… read more
Food Safety | June 28, 2022
If you accidentally leave eggs sitting out, you may be wondering if they are still safe to eat. In the U.S., eggs can sit out at room temperature for two hours before spoiling. However, if the temperature in the room… read more
Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | June 27, 2022
Daily Harvest, Inc., of New York City, New York issued a voluntary recall on June 23, 2022 for all lots of their French Lentil + Leek Crumbles due to gastrointestinal illness and potential liver function issues. Here’s what we know… read more
Peanut Butter Woes Continue – Jif Salmonella Recall
Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls,Salmonella | May 31, 2022
♫♫ It’s peanut butter jelly time, peanut butter jelly time! ♫♫ Crunchy, smooth, or flavored, this salty, sweet spread is a lunch time favorite can be enjoyed any time of day. But if Jif is your flavor, perhaps not at… read more
What is the Difference Between Foodborne Illness and Food Poisoning?
Food Safety | May 31, 2022
“Food poisoning” and “foodborne illness” are often used interchangeably, but they do have different meanings. Foodborne illness is any illness brought on by food contaminated with viruses, bacteria, or other pathogens. You may start to feel sick within minutes, or… read more
How to Tell if Food is Expired
Food Safety | May 31, 2022
It isn’t always obvious when food is expired, and expiration dates are not always correct. If you are unsure whether something is safe to consume, the best option is to throw it away and not risk foodborne illness. However, here are… read more
How Long Can Sausage Last in the Fridge?
Food Safety | May 30, 2022
How long sausage can last in the fridge really depends on what type of sausage you have on hand. The time can also fluctuate based on how and if it is properly stored. Sausage Expiration Dates Here is a general… read more
Food Safety | May 30, 2022
Updated April 9, 2024 Many wonder, how long can milk withstand being left out before it spoils? Whether due to absentmindedness or simply a curiosity about the science behind it, many wonder about the factors influencing milk’s shelf life outside… read more