HEALTH November 20, 2022 Enoki mushrooms linked to Listeria outbreak in two states: public health officials Enoki mushrooms contaminated with Listeria have made people sick, according to public health officials. Two people — one in Nevada, one in Michigan — were hospitalized. Here's what to know.
LIFESTYLE November 17, 2022 As contaminated beef is recalled, a reminder to clean out refrigerators to keep the family safe A Nov. 16 recall of nearly 94,000 lbs. of Tyson Fresh Meat is a reminder to check for recalled food items and clean out the refrigerator — to keep family and friends safe.
Cooking Basics November 5, 2022 Non-stick pans could release millions of microplastic particles in possible 'health concern,' study says A new study from researchers in Australia found that just a single small crack on the surface of a Teflon-coated pan could release about 9,100 plastic particles.
Seafood Cuisine August 18, 2022 Oyster food safety tips you should know following 2 reported deaths linked to the shellfish Two men have reportedly died in the state of Florida after eating raw oysters that were sourced from Louisiana. Here's what you need to know about the bacteria that can lurk in the shellfish.
Foodborne Illness June 30, 2022 Listeria outbreak may be linked to Florida, CDC says About 96% of people sickened by listeria during a recent outbreak lived in Florida or had traveled to the state a month before falling ill, the CDC says.
LIFESTYLE June 24, 2022 As Grand Canyon reports 118 cases of GI illness, woman reveals dramatic rescue of sick hikers As the National Park Service reports 118 confirmed cases of gastrointestinal illness among park visitors, one hiker relates a dramatic rescue recently of hikers.
Foodborne Illness February 27, 2022 Leftover food safety: What to know Are your leftovers safe to consume?Â
Foodborne Illness August 1, 2021 CDC investigating E. coli outbreak possibly tied to raw cake batter The Centers for Disease Control has launched an investigation after several people have fallen ill across multiple states with a strain of E. coli.
Foodborne Illness July 4, 2021 July 4 BBQs: How to avoid food-related illnesses With many Americans readying to fire up barbeques and host cookouts in celebration of Fourth of July, a federal agency overseeing food safety has released key tips to prevent food-related illness this holiday.
Foodborne Illness May 14, 2021 E.coli outbreak in Washington state may be linked to fresh produce, officials say An outbreak of E.coli that has affected residents across multiple counties in Washington state is possibly linked to fresh produce, said state health officials.
Outbreaks March 12, 2021 Illinois Arby's restaurant linked to nearly 100 norovirus cases Local health officials said 92 cases of norovirus had been linked to the Arby's restaurant on Dirksen Parkway in Springfield, Illinois.