Costa Rica reports Salmonella outbreak; one possible death
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New guidance for infant manufacturers available
The FDA has issued final guidance for manufacturers of infant formula and laboratories conducting testing on infant formula. The guidance was developed to help manufacturers and laboratories in the design,
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Initial results from alcohol testing raise concerns
Findings from a preliminary investigation into the availability of illicit alcohol in an Australian state have been described as “concerning.” Researchers visited four licensed alcohol retailers in Melbourne, Victoria, during
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FDA cites three companies for failing to verify safety of a variety of imported products
As part of its enforcement activities, the Food and Drug Administration sends warning letters to entities under its jurisdiction. Some letters are not posted for public view until weeks or
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U.S. experts among attendees at food safety event in China
Officials from several countries, including the United States, met in China recently to discuss food safety priorities. The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) conference was hosted by the General Administration of
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Not enough progress on foodborne disease, says WHO
Country capacity for surveillance of foodborne diseases has improved slightly but remains off target, according to WHO. The World Health Organization (WHO) provided an update on progress made relating to
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FDA steps up enforcement on imported cheese, canned food, seafood and more
The Food and Drug Administration uses import alerts to enforce U.S. food safety regulations for food from foreign countries. The agency updates and modifies the alerts as needed. Recent
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Spanish study reveals burden of toxin-related outbreaks
The largest Clostridium perfringens outbreak sickened 426 people
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Cheese maker admits to selling adulterated queso fresco
A New Jersey cheese manufacturer today admitted to introducing adulterated queso fresco into interstate commerce, according to U.S. Attorney Robert Frazer. Abuelito Cheese Inc. a/k/a “El Abuelito
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Angel Speciality drinks recalled because of Salmonella risk
SKS Copack of Cerritos, CA is recalling various specialty beverages, because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. The recalled products were distributed in the states of CA,
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Costa Rica reports Salmonella outbreak; one possible death
Local media said a shop that sold mainly chicken is implicated
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New guidance for infant manufacturers available
The FDA has issued final guidance for manufacturers of infant formula and laboratories conducting testing on infant formula. The guidance was developed to help manufacturers and laboratories in the design,
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Initial results from alcohol testing raise concerns
Findings from a preliminary investigation into the availability of illicit alcohol in an Australian state have been described as “concerning.” Researchers visited four licensed alcohol retailers in Melbourne, Victoria, during
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