Cyclospora outbreak patient count tops 18,000
Infections from microscopic parasite reported in 41 states
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Scientists analyze spread of Campylobacter
Industrial poultry farming has played a role in the spread of Campylobacter, according to researchers. Scientists from the Ineos Oxford Institute found that the chicken host environment may drive the
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Australian agency denies horse meat claims
Authorities in an Australian state have rejected claims made in a TV program that horse meat has been detected in food. The New South Wales (NSW) Food Authority said it
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Poultry firm reveals Salmonella contamination cost
A poultry company in England has disclosed how a Salmonella contamination incident will likely cost it £2.1 million ($2.8 million). Between March 23 and April 10 this year,
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English E. coli infections steady despite fewer outbreaks
The number of E. coli O157 cases has remained stable but non-O157 infections went up in England in 2025 compared to the year before. Figures published by the UK
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China records spike in mushroom poisoning cases with more than 2,100 patients reported
China has reported a significant rise in mushroom poisonings and the number of people sick in them in 2025 compared to the year before. Poisoning incidents and patients reached a
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U.S. university involved in international food safety project
Ten Latin American countries are taking part in a project to strengthen their national food safety systems through risk analysis, with one of the leading entities being a U.S.
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FSA warns of growing complexity as incidents pass 2,000
Global supply chains and online marketplaces are adding to incident complexity, according to the Food Standards Agency (FSA). FSA was notified of 2,073 food and feed safety incidents in
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Burritos distributed to Costco recalled for undeclared allergen
The USDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing a public health alert for a Steak, Cilantro, Lime Burrito product because of misbranding and an undeclared allergen.
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Cyclospora outbreak patient count tops 18,000
Infections from microscopic parasite reported in 41 states
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Publisher's Platform: The FDA closed the 2024 romaine E. coli outbreak without naming Taylor Farms. Sixteen months later we are counting 18,000 Cyclospora cases
Transparency is not a courtesy the government extends to a consumer standing in a produce aisle when it happens to be convenient. It is a record.
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FDA warns Texas seafood importer about repeat HACCP verification failures
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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Scientists analyze spread of Campylobacter
Industrial poultry farming has played a role in the spread of Campylobacter, according to researchers. Scientists from the Ineos Oxford Institute found that the chicken host environment may drive the
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