Sushi Train restaurant in Nashville is allegedly the site of a food poisoning outbreak, according to news reports. The Metro Public Health Department is investigating. Around 12 customers reported “rapid-onset” food poisoning after eating at the restaurant, which is located at 94 White Bridge Road in Nashville. The patients reported severe food poisoning symptoms. Illness … Read more
A new report from U.S. Public Interest Research Group (PIRG) found that hospitalizations and deaths from food doubled in 2024. The report, titled Food For Thought 2025, states that hospitalizations and deaths were the highest last year in five years. Food contaminated with Salmonella, Listeria monocytogenes, and E. coli increased by 41%. and 98% of … Read more
The Hachi Hachi Hibachi Grill is associated with gastrointestinal illnesses in Ed Dorado, Arkansas, according to news reports. Customers reported getting sick quickly after eating at the food truck that was stationed in downtown Ed Dorado. The Japanese grill was shut down by public health officials after “numerous reports” of food poisoning. The owner did … Read more
Fresh Catch Yellowfin Tuna is being recalled for high levels of histamines. Because this recall notice was posted on the FDA’s Enforcement Reports page, and not the regular recall page, there is no mention about whether or not any illnesses have been reported to the company to date in connection with the consumption of this … Read more
Wisconsin is launching a food poisoning reporting tool called “Feeling Sick? Report It Quick!” to help identify outbreaks and help the health department announce problems to the public to reduce illnesses. The online questionnaire takes less than five minutes to complete. The Wisconsin Department of Health Services State Health Officer Paula Tran said in a … Read more
When should you see a doctor when you get food poisoning? The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has information you need to know. First, you need to know the symptoms of common foodborne pathogens, such as E. coli, Salmonella, Listeria monocytogenes, norovirus, Staphylococcus, and Campylobacter. Most pathogens cause symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhea … Read more
Kwik Trip cantaloupe products are being recalled in the wake of a deadly Salmonella outbreak that killed two people in Minnesota and sickened 99 nationwide. The recalling firm is Kwik Trip, Inc. The recalled products are three varieties of fresh cut fruit cup and tray items. They were made with cantaloupe from Trufresh that have … Read more
A USDA study on consumer food preparation behavior highlights the risks of not following food safety rules. The five year study looked at how consumers prepare meals in light of the risks of food poisoning. The study was produced by the USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) as part of their efforts to educate … Read more
More seafood is consumed in the summer months, especially raw oysters. Learn how to keep seafood safe with these tips. Consumer Reports is offering advice on the safe seafood preparation and care. Like all perishable foods, seafood must be handled carefully to avoid food borne illness. If you choose to eat seafood raw, you must … Read more
The Fireside Grille caters a wedding in Altoona, Iowa, and 51 guests got sick the next day, according to news reports. Lindsey Graham-Humphreys, the bride, told the Des Moines Register that her guests got sick after eating food served by that restaurant. The Fireside Grill is located at 523 8th Street SouthEast in Altoona. Some … Read more