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How can we better ensure the safety of the food supply in 2022?
By STOP Foodborne Illness on Dec 22, 2021 12:05 am
– CONTRIBUTED Opinion – Recent published data has demonstrated there was a reduction in foodborne illness cases in 2020, but can we admit that the beginning of this decade was not much better than the previous two decades when it comes to food safety and foodborne illness prevention? Reflecting on the federal government’s Healthy People... Continue Reading
German study reveals fondue as possible source of winter Campylobacter peak
By Joe Whitworth on Dec 22, 2021 12:03 am
Eating meat fondues and raclette grill meals contributes to the annual seasonal peak of Campylobacter cases in Germany, according to a study. During such meals, raw meat is typically handled directly at the table and touched with bare hands and often includes chicken meat, which can be contaminated with Campylobacter. Germany recorded 46,500 cases in 2020... Continue Reading
Tips to identify food poisoning and steps to take if it is suspected
By News Desk on Dec 22, 2021 12:01 am
During the holiday season one gift no one wants is food poisoning. Unfortunately that item on the non-wish list makes an appearance all too often after holiday meals. While foodborne illnesses require specific testing to be diagnosed, a list of symptoms common to most of them gives sick people a good idea whether they might... Continue Reading
Fresh Express recalls salads after testing finds Listeria
By News Desk on Dec 21, 2021 03:56 pm
Fresh Express is recalling products produced within their Streamwood, IL facility because of potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination. Frank Yiannas, FDA Deputy Commissioner for Food Policy and Response, responded to the recall with this statement “The FDA, along with the CDC and our state and local partners, is working to investigate a multistate outbreak of... Continue Reading