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FoodCORE Solves Salmonella Outbreak

Our Blog | February 16, 2021

FoodCORE solves Salmonella Outbreak that, for over two years, was a mystery. Utah public health officials have struggled with identifying a true source of a Salmonella outbreak linked to queso fresco.  With the help of FoodCORE resources, this diverse group… read more

Queso Oh No! Listeria Outbreak Linked to Cheese

Listeria,Outbreaks & Recalls | February 15, 2021

A recent outbreak of listeria has been linked to Hispanic-style fresh and soft cheeses. 7 people across 4 different states have been infected between October 2020 and February of this year. Cheese is so good. Queso Fresco, Manchego, and Cotija… read more

Bollywood Star Collapses from Food Poisoning

Outbreaks & Recalls | February 11, 2021

Food poisoning, or foodborne illness, is illness caused by eating contaminated food. Infectious organisms including bacteria, viruses, and parasites or their toxins, are the most common causes of food poisoning. Recently, veteran Bollywood star Mithun Chakraborty, collapsed on set during… read more

Mystery E. coli Outbreak – Leafy Greens Again to Blame?

E. coli,Outbreaks & Recalls | February 10, 2021

On February 2nd of this year, the CDC announced an ongoing investigation of a mystery outbreak of E. coli resulting in 16 illnesses, and 5 hospitalizations spread across 5 states. Approximately 265,000 people are infected with E. coli every year,… read more

4 Leafy Greens Ecoli Outbreaks – No Confirmed Source

E. coli | December 23, 2020

A series of 4 E. coli outbreaks, spanning 21 states are currently under investigation by the CDC, FDA, and regulatory officials from several states. Multiple states have patients from each of the 3 outbreaks. A total of over a hundred… read more

What Damages Can I Recover in a Food Poisoning Lawsuit?

Our Blog | November 20, 2020

Getting the maximum amount of money you are entitled to after suffering from a severe case of food poisoning is important, especially when someone else’s negligence has made you ill. Restaurants and any other party involved in the chain of… read more

Another Romaine Lettuce E coli Outbreak?

Our Blog | November 6, 2020

Another Romaine lettuce E coli outbreak?  Tanimura & Antle Romaine Lettuce has been linked to two cases of E. coli O157:H7 in Michigan.  A routine sample of the lettuce collected at a Walmart in Comstock Park, MI, and tested by… read more

2 Mystery Ecoli Outbreaks – Leafy Greens Ecoli Outbreak Again?

E. coli,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | October 30, 2020

The CDC and FDA have announced two mysterious outbreaks this week. At this time, no particular food item(s) have been identified and no recalls have been announced. Could this mean another Leafy Greens Ecoli Outbreak? Outbreaks Abound – What We… read more

Temporary FDA Guidelines for Food Allergens

Food Safety,Our Blog | October 27, 2020

In response to supply chain shortages amid the COVID-19 pandemic, in late May the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) released, without warning, new temporary guidance that allows manufacturers facing those supply chain shortages to substitute ingredients without changing… read more

Juice Bar Salmonella Outbreak

Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls,Salmonella | October 27, 2020

Who doesn’t enjoy a good juice bar?! I certainly enjoy a delicious smoothie from time to time.  Unfortunately, even fresh fruits and vegetable can become contaminated with Salmonella. Currently, officials are investigating a juice bar salmonella outbreak, that has left… read more