Food Safety and E coli News
A China Buffet Listeria outbreak in Tampa, Florida has sickened at least five people, according to the Florida Department of Health Hillsborough, which is working in coordination with the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation to … [Read More...]
The CDC has finally updated the cyclospora case counts after nine days, to 843 sick and 1,500 cases that "need further investigation." The CDC does not report probable cases. And they have included Michigan on the map for the first time, even though … [Read More...]
How big is the nationwide cyclospora outbreak (or outbreaks)? Let's take a closer look at the numbers from the states affected by this parasite. The numbers vary depending on the source, which can be confusing. About Cyclospora Cyclospora is a … [Read More...]
On the topic of keeping frozen food safe: do you know about the penny test? Summer is the time for storms, from thunderstorms to hurricanes. And that … Read More >>
The Hood Canal paralytic shellfish poison (PSP) is at lethal levels in Washington state, according to a July 2, 2026 notice posted by the Washington … Read More >>
Keep your 250th American birthday celebration safe this July 4th with tips from the USDA. Grilling and eating outdoors pose special challenges for … Read More >>
The risks of consuming toxins in fish and shellfish are highlighted in the CDC's Morbidity and Mortality Weekly report for the week of June 18, 2026. … Read More >>
Butcher Barn meats are being recalled in Canada because they were made with mustard and soy, two of the major food allergens in that country that were … Read More >>
Gummy Gainz Protein Candy is being recalled in Canada because it may contain milk, one of the major food allergens, that is not declared on the … Read More >>
Ola-Ola Pounded Yam is being recalled because it may contain milk, one of the nine major food allergens, that is not declared on the product label as … Read More >>
Frozen GreenWise blueberries have been recalled for possible E. coli O145 contamination. These berries are linked to an E. coli O145:H28 outbreak that … Read More >>
Our editor, Linda Larsen, has written 52 cook books. She worked for the Pillsbury company in their test kitchens and for the Pillsbury Bake-Off. She holds a degree with High Distinction in Food Science from the University of Minnesota.
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