Searched for
FOODBORNE ILLNESS RISK
Over 167,000 pounds of beef, pork and goat meat recalled nationwide over false USDA inspection mark. Here's what consumers should be aware ofA massive recall of meat products has been announced following improper inspections and counterfeit USDA markings, impacting over 167,000 p...
Salmonella outbreak linked to jalapeno peppers sickens 345 people across 27 US states: What we knowA multistate Salmonella Javiana outbreak has sickened 345 people across 27 states. Health authorities linked these illnesses to fresh jalap...
In 2005, researchers revealed why plain soap outperformed waterless sanitizers in keeping hands cleanHand sanitizer is a valuable tool that can reduce many germs quickly, but it does not physically remove dirt and debris the way soap does. ...
FDA recalled eggs: Over 1.6 million dozen eggs recalled across US over Salmonella Enteritidis Fears. What consumers need to knowFDA Recalled Eggs: Nearly 1.6 million dozen eggs have been recalled due to potential Salmonella Enteritidis contamination. Midwest Poultry ...
Common refrigerator habits could put your family at risk of food poisoning. US FDA explains whyThe US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has warned that common refrigerator and food storage habits can increase the risk of food poisoni...
Cyclosporiasis parasite West Virginia outbreak: Is lettuce, green salad behind the surge in 'explosive diarrhea' cases as Michigan tops 2,600 infections?West Virginia Cyclosporiasis parasite: A major cyclosporiasis parasite outbreak has sickened more than 2,600 people in Michigan, with healt...
Cyclosporiasis outbreak spreads across 31 US states: Michigan reports over 1,000 cases as CDC warns of explosive diarrhoea linked to parasite in contaminated food and waterCyclosporiasis cases US: A growing cyclosporiasis outbreak has affected thirty-one US states, causing severe diarrhea. Michigan leads with ...
What is Cyclospora? The tiny parasite behind 'diarrhea' outbreak in America - Check causes, symptoms and how to stay safeCyclospora infections are rapidly increasing across seventeen United States states this summer. Michigan has reported a significant rise in...
What is cyclosporiasis? Growing cyclosporiasis in US outbreak raises concerns in Michigan and Pennsylvania as hundreds fall ill; how long it lasts, how it spreads and the symptoms linked to the Cyclospora parasiteCyclosporiasis outbreak: Health officials are monitoring a growing cyclosporiasis outbreak across multiple US states. Hundreds of infection...
Can watermelon turn so deadly that it can kill you? Doctors explain after 4 Mumbai deaths & here’s how to eat it safelyA tragic incident in Mumbai, where four family members died after reportedly consuming watermelon, has raised concerns over food poisoning,...
What is botulism? How a biochemist’s blood fights a rare form and saves infantsA botulism outbreak linked to ByHeart infant formula has affected at least 39 babies across 18 states, with some requiring hospitalization....
US study claims nearly 1 in 5 UTIs due to contaminated meat and poor kitchen hygiene - Here’s how to stay safeA new US study reveals a surprising link between contaminated meat and urinary tract infections. Researchers found that nearly one in five ...
FDA issues highest-level recall for Alma Pak organic blueberries over Listeria contaminationThe FDA has issued a Class I recall for Alma Pak International LLC's organic blueberries after Listeria monocytogenes was detected. This re...
Salmonella outbreak connected to egg recall sickens dozens in 7 US states: Know the bacteria and its symptomsAlmost 2 million cartons of eggs across the United States have been pulled off shelves because of the threat of a salmonella outbreak. The ...
Norovirus outbreak in USA: Symptoms, treatment, transmission, how to protectNorovirus cases have been reported across the US. Check Norovirus symptoms, treatment, and transmission.
Here's why popular street food momos in monsoon can be dangerousDuring the monsoon season, enjoying street foods like momos can be risky due to increased contamination from bacteria, viruses, and fungi. ...
E.coli infection outbreak in the UK: Here's what you need to know about itEcoli Outbreak UK: Three UK suppliers have issued recalls for 60 types of pre-packed sandwiches, wraps, and salads due to concerns over E.c...
Christmas, New Year holiday season: How to remain safe from Salmonella infectionWith the onset of December, Christmas and New Year festival season gradually approaches. People across the US must be aware of Salmonella i...
Here's why you should cook chicken rawWashing meat before cooking can increase bacteria tenfold!
Scientists find an ingenious way to prevent deadly outbreaks of foodborne illnessOrganic produce is especially vulnerable, because it is often grown with manure (aka bacterial 'heaven') instead of synthetic fertilizer.