Inaccurate Food Hygiene Ratings Spark Urgent Calls for Mandatory Display
An investigation has reignited calls for mandatory display of food hygiene ratings across England, after uncovering widespread discrepancies between advertised…
Health departments issue caution on apple cider safety this fall
As the crisp autumn air rolls in and apple-picking season begins, health departments across the United States are urging consumers…
EU Fraud Alerts Hit Record Low in August, Marking a New Milestone in Food Safety and Quality
August, 2024 saw a significant drop in suspected fraud and non-compliance alerts across the European Union, hitting a record low…
Over 350 Cases Confirmed in Salmonella Outbreaks Linked to Fresh Cucumbers
Federal officials report that 381 individuals are now confirmed as patients in two Salmonella outbreaks linked to fresh cucumbers.The Centers…
Major Companies Join Forces to Combat Foodborne Illness
In a significant push to enhance food safety across the supply chain, four prominent organizations — W.K. Kellogg, Kellanova, the…
Undercooked Pork Liver Implicated in Hepatitis E Outbreak in Chinese Nursing Home
A recent report has identified undercooked pork liver as the suspected source of a hepatitis E outbreak in a nursing…
Study Finds Leafy Greens Responsible for Significant Portion of U.S. Foodborne Illnesses and Costs
Researchers from The Ohio State University, led by Xuerui Yang and Robert Scharff, have conducted a study on the attribution,…
Cryptosporidium Outbreak in England Affects Dozens; South West Water Under Investigation
Cryptosporidium is a parasite that can cause sickness and diarrhea if consumed. The parasite can contaminate drinking water due to…
FDA Bans Tara Flour Following Illnesses
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has prohibited the use and importation of tara flour in the United States, declaring…
E. coli Outbreak Linked to Untreated Home Irrigation Water in Utah City
Health officials have confirmed that an E. coli outbreak in a Utah city stemmed from untreated municipal irrigation water. The…