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Protecting families from contaminated food and water
Young Dancer Dies After Eating Mislabeled Cookie
February 10, 2024
A 25-year-old dancer from New York died after eating a mislabeled cookie. The cookie contained peanuts, however peanuts were not included on the label. The company has since recalled the vanilla cookies in response. Here is what we know about… read more
Incubation Period for 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
Incubation Period for Salmonella
December 5, 2023
Salmonella, a bacterium that causes one of the most common foodborne illnesses worldwide, poses a significant public health concern. The incubation period for Salmonella infections typically ranges from 6 to 72 hours, with most individuals experiencing symptoms within 12 to… read more
Salmonella Recovery Diet: Best Things to Eat While Sick from Salmonella
November 28, 2023
Here’s a guide to the Salmonella recovery diet, focusing on foods that can aid healing and ease discomfort. Electrolyte-Rich Foods Loss of fluids because of diarrhea can imbalance your electrolytes. Try to consume foods rich in electrolytes, like bananas, coconut… read more
E coli Recovery Diet: Best Things to Eat While Sick from E. Coli
November 16, 2023
Recovering from an E. coli infection requires a careful and strategic approach to your diet. Here’s a guide to the best food options. Electrolyte-Rich Foods Loss of fluids from diarrhea can lead to electrolyte imbalances. Consume electrolyte-rich foods such as… read more
Multistate Salmonella Outbreak in Backyard Poultry
September 25, 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
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
August 23, 2023
Ciguatera sounds a lot like a cryptid you’d hear about on a podcast. The reality is way more ominous than that. Ciguatera poisoning affects about 500,000 people each year. Ciguatera poisoning is caused by ingesting the ciguatoxin present in certain… read more
Foods to Avoid During Pregnancy
August 17, 2023
Food is so tempting when you are pregnant. Those food cravings make things even more intense sometimes. Both times I was pregnant the holidays were in the equation. I knew that after speaking to my doctors that some things were… read more
Salmonella Outbreak in King County, Washington, and No One Can Find the Source
August 8, 2023
King County Public Health has been investigating a Salmonella Berta infection outbreak that has linked at least 6 people with the same strain of bacteria over the past month. Yet no one can find the source. The Outbreak … read more