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public-health1 day ago•30 min saved

FSIS Issues Health Alert Over Beef Kofta Linked to E. coli Outbreak at The Kebab Shop

FSIS issued a Public Health Alert after raw beef kofta produced by Olympia Food Industries (dba Olympia Foods; Franklin Park, IL) tested positive for E. coli O157:H7 and is linked to California illnesses (9 cases; onset Mar 27–Apr 30, 2026). The kofta was served at The Kebab Shop locations in CA, TX, and FL; The Kebab Shop stopped selling the product on May 18, 2026; no recall was requested because the product is no longer available for purchase. Consumers should discard any leftovers and cook ground beef to 160°F. For questions, contact The Kebab Shop or USDA MP Hotline.

via fsis.usda.gov|

#beef-kofta #e-coli #food-safety

us-news9 days ago•23 min saved

Mass. McDonald’s Fry-Consumption Clip Sparks Criminal Charges

A Massachusetts McDonald’s employee who appeared in a viral clip stuffing fries into her mouth and returning them to a box will face criminal charges, with police saying she’ll be formally charged at Dudley District Court. The restaurant fired her and the coworker who filmed, while health officials reviewed the incident and found no public health violations; investigators are determining whether the fries were served to customers.

via New York Post|

#criminal-charges #food-safety #massachusetts

health12 days ago•3 min saved

Massive Recall Ties Salmonella Risk to California Dairies Milk Powder Across Brands

A recall of more than two million pounds of powdered milk from California Dairies is linked to eight recalls across multiple brands nationwide due to potential Salmonella contamination. The milk powder was used in a wide range of foods, triggering a Class I recall because consumption could cause serious illness or death. Affected products span Ghirardelli mixes, Utz chips, Giant Eagle pita chips, Pork King Good seasonings, and Williams Sonoma/Fireworks popcorn, among others; consumers should discard affected items. No illnesses have been reported yet.

via Delish|

#california-dairies #consumer-alerts #food-safety

food-safety15 days ago•1 min saved

Nationwide recall: Spring & Mulberry chocolates flagged for salmonella risk

The FDA issued a nationwide recall of Spring & Mulberry chocolate bars after confirming an ingredient contaminated with salmonella; affected flavors and batch codes are listed, and customers who bought these items should not consume them and should discard or return them for a refund due to potential serious illness, especially in young children, the elderly, or immunocompromised individuals.

via WKRC|

#chocolate #consumer-warning #fda-recall

health15 days ago•1 min saved

Tri-State Listeria Alert Ties Daisy Brand Headcheese to Illness Outbreak

The FSIS issued a public health alert for Daisy Brand Headcheese deli meat sold in the Tri-State area due to listeria monocytogenes; three illnesses in Illinois are linked to an ongoing outbreak and affected products—likely sold in Indiana—have a USE BY date of MAR 26 2026. Consumers should discard or return the items and thoroughly clean their refrigerators to prevent cross-contamination.

via WKRC|

#daisy-brand #food-safety #headcheese

public-health16 days ago•31 min saved

FSIS Alerts Public Health over Listeria in Headcheese Deli Meat

FSIS issued a public health alert for Daisy Brand headcheese deli meat that may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes after a positive test linked to a localized Illinois outbreak with three illnesses. The fully cooked headcheese products (EST. 21406) produced Jan 20, 2026 with USE BY MAR 26, 2026 were sold to retail delis in Illinois and Indiana; no recall was issued because the product is no longer available. Consumers who purchased these items should discard them and sanitize surfaces; high-risk individuals should seek medical care if symptoms develop. FSIS is coordinating with Illinois public health authorities as investigations continue. For questions, contact Crawford Sausage Co. or the USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline.

via fsis.usda.gov|

#food-safety #headcheese #listeria

world23 days ago•13 min saved

Austria detains suspect over rat-poison contamination in baby food

Austrian police have detained a suspect in connection with a case in which rat poison was found in jars of baby food on supermarket shelves, as investigators probe how the contamination occurred and who is responsible.

via AP News|

#austria #baby-food #crime

government1 month ago•4 min saved

FSIS Reorganization Establishes Iowa Hub and Georgia Science Center to Boost Food Safety

USDA announced a major FSIS reorganization to modernize operations, creating a National Food Safety Center in Urbandale, Iowa (about 200 staff) and a Science Center in Athens, Georgia to expand microbiology, chemistry, and epidemiology work; roughly two-thirds of FSIS’s National Capital Region workforce will relocate to these mission-critical locations, with about 200 positions moving from Washington, D.C. and 100 remaining to support policy and coordination, plus a presence in Fort Collins, Colorado for international activities. The frontline inspection workforce (~85% of FSIS staff) will not be reduced, and all inspections will continue uninterrupted as the agency streamlines administration and strengthens public health protections.

via USDA (.gov)|

#food-safety #fsis #georgia

world1 month ago•14 min saved

HiPP baby food recalled in Central Europe amid rat-poison scare

Authorities in Central Europe have initiated a recall of HiPP baby food following a scare over rat-poison contamination, asking consumers to discard affected products and check packaging for lot information.

via AP News|

#baby-food #central-europe #food-safety

health1 month ago•46 min saved

Upper East Side Gastropub Shuttered Over 113 Health Violations

City health inspectors shuttered The Spotted Dog at 1154 First Ave after a health inspection tallying 113 violation points, citing rats, flies, improper food temperatures and other hazards. The restaurant, which hosts a Culture In A Bowl pop-up, lacked a certified food protection manager on site and allowed staff to eat or smoke in prep areas. It must fix all violations before reopening; it previously closed in March 2025.

via Patch|

#culture-in-a-bowl #food-safety #health

innovation1 month ago•11 min saved

Biodegradable fruit wash removes pesticides and keeps grapes fresh for 15 days

UBC researchers developed a biodegradable, starch-based fruit wash using iron and tannic acid that binds and removes 86–94% of surface pesticides and then forms an edible, breathable coating that slows oxidation and moisture loss, keeping grapes firm for up to 15 days at room temperature and suggesting a low-cost option for both households and food processors pending regulatory approval.

via Interesting Engineering|

#edible-coating #food-safety #fruit-wash

technology1 month ago•4 min saved

UBC develops starch-based wash to remove pesticides and extend fruit freshness

UBC researchers have developed a natural, biodegradable wash made from starch-based particles capped with iron and tannic acid that can remove about 86–94% of surface pesticide residues from apples, and a light edible coating formed after washing that slows browning and moisture loss, keeping grapes fresh for up to 15 days at room temperature; the method could cost roughly three cents per apple for industrial use, with home-use versions and broader testing still to come and regulatory review required.

via UBC News|

#edible-coating #food-safety #pesticide-residues

food-and-drink1 month ago•14 min saved

Bagged Greens Pose Real Safety Risks, Experts Warn

A HuffPost piece explains that prewashed bagged greens are among the riskiest grocery items due to contamination by pathogens like E. coli, listeria, and salmonella, which can spread across the supply chain. Washing at home doesn’t reliably remove these pathogens, and mixing greens from multiple farms in processing can amplify spread. For safer shopping, check recalls and expiration dates, choose visibly fresh bags with minimal moisture, minimize temperature changes, and refrigerate properly; buying whole heads of lettuce or spinach can reduce risk. If you must buy bagged greens, follow precautionary steps and discard any bags that show signs of spoilage or recalls.

via HuffPost|

#bagged-greens #contamination #e-coli

wellbeing1 month ago•18 min saved

65% Cut in Traveler’s Diarrhea With a Simple OTC Remedy

Regular use of the over-the-counter remedy bismuth subsalicylate (Pepto-Bismol) can cut the risk of traveler’s diarrhea by about 65%, especially in high-risk regions such as Latin America, sub-Saharan Africa and parts of Asia; maintain consistent dosing and consider dietary precautions, as probiotics or antibiotics may not be the best preventive measures.

via The Washington Post|

#food-safety #infectious-diseases #international-travel

health1 month ago•13 min saved

Nine ill in E. coli outbreak linked to raw milk and cheese, FDA investigating

Nine people have fallen ill in a U.S. E. coli outbreak linked to raw milk and unpasteurized cheeses, with federal investigators tracing the source and warning consumers about unpasteurized dairy products.

via AP News|

#ecoli #food-safety #health