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Kumo Sushi & Steakhouse Food Poisoning
Bacillus,Food Safety,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | September 10, 2023
After eating at Kumo Sushi & Steakhouse on Saturday, a dozen people were rushed to the Emergency Room with food poisoning. At least 28 people were sickened in the Kumo Sushi & Steakhouse Food Poisoning Outbreak. The Kumo Sushi &… read more
The Top 10 Riskiest Foods to Eat
Our Blog | April 21, 2023
If you have ever experienced food poisoning, I am sure it provides you with vivid memories. Terrible pain or discomfort, entirely too much time spent in the bathroom, and for some – a trip to the hospital. You are not… read more
Caring for Someone with Food Poisoning
Food Safety,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | March 19, 2019
It is the worst feeling in the world to see your loved one hurt or sick and not know how to help them or feel powerless to make them feel better. Sometimes there is something that you can do. Ice… read more
Staphyloccocous | October 13, 2018
Staphylococcus or Staph bacteria live in the nose of one-third of individuals and on the skin of 1 in 5 individuals. It is generally harmless and people who carry it might not show any symptoms. Most times these bacteria causes… read more
Red Light – Green Light: Shopping Cart Bacteria
Food Safety,Pathogens | October 5, 2018
The official start of fall is just around the corner, but for many parts of the country this doesn’t mean much when it comes to the temperature dial. At least not right away. While temperatures scorch and it’s hot enough,… read more
Diarrhea: Infectious Disease Society of America’s New Guidelines
Pathogens | October 4, 2018
Molecular diagnostic testing and other culture-independent diagnostic tests have recently pushed culture diagnostic testing for diarrheal illness diagnosis and treatment to the sidelines. Culture can always play a role in confirmation testing and can offer additional antibiotic sensitivity information not… read more
Old School Food Safety May Lead to Illnesses: A Personal Expirience
Food Safety | October 2, 2018
Ever gotten food poisoning at a family gathering? I have. Growing up it was tradition that we spent the holidays with grandparents basking in the joys of family coming in from out of town, catching up and just enjoying time… read more
Hey Honey! It’s National Honey Month!
Food Safety | September 23, 2018
Backyard beekeepers rejoice! September is National Honey Month, and we are jumping for joy in our house. Why are we jumping for joy you ask? It is all because of Honey; a deliciously sweet treat that literally goes with everything…. read more
Food Safety | September 21, 2018
Imagine for a moment that you were presented with your absolute favorite food. It could be snack chips, chocolate, some sort of desert, ice cream, fast food: the list is endless, and is usually bad for you. Of course it… read more
Cuts to CDC Epidemic Prevention Endanger Americans
Food Safety,Outbreaks & Recalls | September 21, 2018
A former chief of the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said that the decision of the Center to cut down 80% of the CDC epidemic prevention activities overseas could raise the danger for the United States. The… read more