Salmonella Found in Pasta Salad
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced that 21 people in five different states contracted salmonella bacteria after eating Hy-Vee pasta salad. The grocery store chain announced it removed its Spring Pasta Salads in all 244 stores in eight states. About Salmonella Salmonella infection (salmonellosis) is a common bacterial disease that affects the intestinal
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Steps After Eating an Outbreak Contaminated Food
It is scary when there is an outbreak of contaminated food. Lives are in danger. Plus, there can be devasting consequences. Reporting the incident is just one step. It is important to know the others to receive the most compensation after your illness. About Foodborne Illness Each year, millions of people in the United States
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Government's Failure to Prevent Foodborne Illness
After weeks of uncertainty, the CDC finally let consumers know it is finally okay to eat romaine lettuce again. The government still does not know who grew, harvested, processed or distributed the tainted lettuce. Plus, the CDC and FDA are still investigating if the contamination occurred during the growing, washing, chopping, or bagging process. Hundreds
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Zesty Sprouting Mix Recall For Salmonella
NOW Health Group has recalled over 10,000 units of Zesty Sprouting Mix after its primary ingredient, crimson clover seeds were contaminated with salmonella. The mix was distributed online and in retail stores nationwide since December 2017. About Salmonella Salmonella infection (salmonellosis) is a common bacterial disease that affects the intestinal tract. The bacteria usually live in
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Del Monte Recalls Parasite Infected Vegetable Trays
The food retailer, Del Monte has issued a recall over parasite infected vegetable trays. This recall came after state agencies notified the company that their fresh vegetable trays contain the parasite, Cyclospora. The CDC also confirms that almost 150 people have been infected. About Cyclospora Cyclospora infection (cyclosporiasis) causes watery, and sometimes explosive, diarrhea after
Read MoreMassive Kellogg Cereal Recall
The famous cereal company, Kellogg is recalling an estimated 1.3 million cases of Honey Smacks cereal from more than 30 U.S. states. The company cites the cereal is contaminated with salmonella and has injured over 70 people. About Salmonella Salmonella infection (salmonellosis) is a common bacterial disease that affects the intestinal tract. The bacteria usually
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Pre-Cut Melon Salmonella Sold in 23 States
The FDA has now linked pre-cut melon salmonella to 23 states. Cut watermelon, honeydew, and cantaloupe, as well as fruit salads containing these melons, have injured at least 60 people so far. The FDA expects this number to grow as not all people report their injuries to the government agency. About Salmonella Salmonella infection (salmonellosis) is
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School Lunch Ground Beef Recalled
A Texas company is recalling more than 17 tons of ground beef it sold to the USDA for use by the National School Lunch Program because of complaints about pieces of hard white plastic pieces in the meat. About Food Recalls The Centers for Disease Control estimates each year there are 48 million cases of
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E.Coli Outbreak Kills Five
The E.Coli outbreak that started in March has now killed five people and injured nearly 200. However, outbreak investigators have been trying to trace the romaine for two months, but they still can’t determine who grew, processed and shipped the deadly produce. About E. Coli E. coli is bacteria that normally live in the intestines of
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Stolen Tilapia Could Affect Thousands with Salmonella
Golden International is warning customers that over 400 cartons of stolen tilapia may contain salmonella. The pilfered fish could have been illegally sold anywhere thus affecting thousands with the potentially deadly illness. 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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