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Wash Your Hands to Reduce Risk of Foodborne Illness

Our Blog | March 8, 2025

This is your friendly reminder to wash your hands to reduce your risk of foodborne illness and other infections like the common cold or flu. Did you know that the simple act of properly washing your hands can prevent a… read more

The Problem with Netted Melons Goes Further Than Rind Deep

Our Blog | March 7, 2025

Netted melons pose a unique challenge. The texture of the surface serves as a webbing to attract and trap microbes. Some of which can do us harm. Harm that ranges from mild intestinal illness, to severe complication, and even death…. read more

Chlorate in Coca Cola Recall Affects UK, But What is Chlorate?

Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | February 21, 2025

A recall in the UK due to chlorate in Coca Cola has made national news. It seems like every time I open my newsfeed, there is a confusing article about a recall for this popular beverage. But does it affect… read more

Outbreak on Radiance of the Seas Cruise

Outbreaks & Recalls | February 19, 2025

An outbreak on Royal Caribbean’s Radiance of the Seas cruise prompts a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) investigation. Given the symptoms, the illness is likely to be foodborne in origin. Though the most commonly associated cruise ship illness,… read more

GAO Publishes Status of Foodborne Illness in the U.S. Study Results

Food Policy,Our Blog | February 18, 2025

The Government Accountability Office (GAO) recently published a study on the Status of Foodborne Illness in the United States to help identify what areas of focus the government can emphasize to achieve better outcomes. The study report makes excellent points…. read more

Check Your Pantry! HEB, Trader Joe’s, Van Camp®, and Genova® Canned Tuna Recall Due to Botulism Risk

Botulism,Outbreaks & Recalls | February 12, 2025

Check your pantry for a canned tuna recall affecting several major brands. A major tuna manufacturer initiated a recall that affects several private labels. Do you have canned tuna in your pantry? Now is the time to check those labels,… read more

Packaged Salad Kits: Convenience At a Cost

Our Blog | February 5, 2025

Packaged salad kits are convenient. But at what cost? And I don’t mean the price tag. Though it usually does cost more for things that are already made. No. In this case, safety is the potential cost. The Convenience of… read more

Why Are We Seeing So Many Outbreaks and Recalls in the News?

Our Blog | February 3, 2025

If it feels like we are seeing so many outbreaks and recalls in the news. It’s because it is true. There are a lot. In fact, there are nine U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) outbreaks, three Centers for Disease… read more

Protect Yourself from Foodborne Illness This Winter

Our Blog | January 7, 2025

Protect yourself from foodborne illness this winter by keeping food safety in mind. The consequences of food poisoning can have a wide range. From mild gastrointestinal upset, to seriously contemplating your life choices, to life-threatening, or even deadly. Don’t gamble… read more

Most Notable 2024 Food Poisoning Lawsuits

Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | December 26, 2024

If it seemed like there were more food poisoning lawsuits in 2024 than previous years, you may be right. 2024 was full of multi-state recalls, widespread foodborne outbreaks, and subsequent food poisoning lawsuits to boot. While every case of foodborne… read more