As the quantity of food imported into the United States continues to rise, it is increasingly important to minimize foodborne illness risks for U.S. consumers. Foods contaminated with pathogens or toxins can result in foodborne illnesses. A recent USDA, Economic Research Service (ERS) study examined the number of U.S. import refusals caused by pathogen/toxin contamination
Infant Formula Cronobacter and Salmonella Outbreak: I still have questions
Question 2:
KFC, McDonald’s, Burger King, Starbucks and Pizza Hut, close your Russian Restaurants until Putin removes troops from Ukraine
I am not sure Putin shares the same love for fast food as Trump, but we all need to do our share to send a message that Russian aggression can not stand.
I must admit, I have sued the above restaurants in the past.
Tip-o-pen to my friend, Paul V. Nunes.
Is trying to sell a recalled food product illegal – Hell, yes!
A week ago one of my food safety followers on Twitter sent me this photo that was apparently circulating offering for sale on eBay a product that was recalled over a decade ago. They asked if it was legal for someone to sell a recalled food product.
First, after a quick search on eBay I
STOP accepting applicants for 2022-2023 Dave Theno Food Safety Fellowship
We were proud to donate $100,000 to start the fellowship.
The national nonprofit public health organization STOP Foodborne Illness is accepting applicants for its 2022-2023 Dave Theno Food Safety Fellowship. Applications must be submitted by March 31.
The fellowship program is a partnership with the Michigan State University Online Food Safety Program. The fellow will
Republicans, Democrats and Independents agree? Americans Overwhelmingly Support Stronger Poultry Production Regulations
A new nationwide poll of 1,000 registered voters reveals incredibly high support for stricter regulations on poultry production aimed at reducing Salmonella poisoning and other illnesses.Here is the press release.
The following are key findings from the survey:
Americans display fairly high awareness of Salmonella poisoning. Overall, 87% of voters have heard about Salmonella
Pennsylvania Health Authorities must name Italian Restaurant and dates of exposure so customers can receive a potentially life-saving vaccination
Not naming the restaurant and the dates of exposure deny Pennsylvania residents vital information in order to know if they were exposed and to have time to receive a potentially life-saving vaccination.
The Pennsylvania Department of Health and the Montgomery County Public Health Department announced on January 5th that they are investigating and outbreak of
PEW: 12 Charts Explore America’s Salmonella Problem—and Steps to Solve It Stronger rules for poultry would spur action on farms
I could not have said it better and PEW’s conclusion is spot on:
Current poultry policies and regulations treat all Salmonella serotypes and strains as if they pose equal risks to people, despite science showing this is not the case. Food safety interventions on farms, such as vaccines targeting harmful serotypes, have likely contributed to
I got the best Christmas Present
I got this not from former client on Christmas Day:
Merry Christmas Bill! It’s been 5 years since getting sick and this time of year I’m reminded of how thankful I am for all the good people I met since then, including you and your team. Words truly can’t do justice to how I feel.
Could Dole and Fresh Express face criminal charges for Listeria Outbreaks?
Congress passed the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act in 1938 in reaction to growing public safety demands. The primary goal of the Act was to protect the health and safety of the public by preventing deleterious, adulterated or misbranded articles from entering interstate commerce. Under section 402(a)(4) of the Act, a food product is