The Truth Behind the Romaine Lettuce Recalls
Each year romaine lettuce recalls keep escalating. Since 2017, contaminated romaine has sparked four major E. coli outbreaks throughout the US. Plus, the leaves infected 138 people in 25 states with E. coli bacteria. About E. coli Romaine safety was called into question after the CDC identified it to be contaminated with E. coli. E. coli is bacteria
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Salmonella Fruit Sickens Children & Elderly
Many schools and healthcare facilities are facing horrible side effects after consuming fresh cut salmonella fruit. This newest multi-state outbreak has sickened almost 40 at health-care facilities, and also almost 30 at schools. About Salmonella Salmonella infection (salmonellosis) is a common bacterial disease that affects the intestinal tract. The bacteria usually live in animal and human intestines
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Wisconsin Deadly E. coli Outbreak & Officials Do Not Know Why
There is currently an E. coli O157 outbreak in Wisconsin. Between November 13 and November 15, the Wisconsin Division of Public Health (DPH) Communicable Diseases Epidemiology Section received a significant increase in E. coli O157 cases. However, officials do not know which food is hurting people. About E. coli E. coli are bacteria that normally live in
Read MoreCat Food Recall Due to Salmonella Risks to Pets & Humans
A Utah-based pet food manufacturer has issued a nationwide cat food recall. The two-pound, frozen bags of “Quest Beef Cat Food” tested positive for Salmonella. Even though it is pet food, salmonella can be a danger to pets and humans alike. Cats can contract the bacteria along with humans who handle it. About Salmonella Salmonella
Read MoreAnother Ground Beef Recall Due to Salmonella
Earlier this month, the CDC reported a multistate outbreak once again linking ground beef to salmonella. Last year, close to 200,000 lbs of ground beef had deadly bacteria. Experts think this could be another dangerous ground beef recall. About Salmonella Salmonella infection (salmonellosis) is a common bacterial disease that affects the intestinal tract. The bacteria usually
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Nursing Homes Cause Foodborne Outbreaks
Thousands in the Baby Boomer generation are heading to nursing homes, assisted living facilities and memory care units. This new wave of seniors comes with new dining wants as some places have employed gourmet chefs. However, many places do not and cause nursing home foodborne outbreaks. About Nursing Home Foodborne Outbreaks Across the country, the
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Florida Winn Dixie Could Be Making Customers Sick
An inspector with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services has noted multiple violations at a Broward County Winn Dixie. These violations are so serious that the grocery story could be making customers sick. About Food Outbreaks The Centers for Disease Control estimates each year there are 48 million cases of food poisoning. Most
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1 in 6 Americans Become Ill from Contaminated Food
The rise of contaminated food creates a ripple effect on businesses, communities and the economy. Every year, 128,000 Americans need to seek hospitalization and 3,000 die from foodborne diseases. The cost is not only $15.5 billion annually in health bills but also thousands are left with a lifetime of complications. About Foodborne Illnesses Each year,
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Las Vegas Hepatitis A Outbreak
Currently, there is a Las Vegas Hepatitis A outbreak happening in Clark County. Right now, there are 37 cases this month alone, but there are 83 cases this year so far. Government officials are scrambling to figure out what is causing the increase of cases across the city. About Hepatitis A Hepatitis A is a
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Another Hardee's Hepatitis A Outbreak
The CDC is notifying all customers of a Hardee’s Hepatitis A outbreak affecting a Columbia, South Carolina location. Customers who ate at Hardee’s at 451 Killian Road in Richland County between June 4 and June 20, 2019, are at risk of hepatitis A virus exposure. About Hepatitis A Hepatitis A is a highly contagious liver
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