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Shrimp sushi sold at New Leaf Community Market stores recalled over salmonella concerns

Mai Franchising Inc. of Allentown, PA is recalling 103 packs of sushi containing cocktail shrimp in the state of California over potential salmonella contamination. The recalled products were sold from

By News Desk

/ 17 Aug 2021

Shrimp sushi sold at New Leaf Community Market stores recalled over salmonella concerns

Whole Foods Markets recalls sushi sold at certain California stores

Genji Pacific LLC. of Allentown, PA, is recalling 1,490 packs of sushi containing cocktail shrimp over potential salmonella contamination. The sushi was sold at Whole Foods Market stores in

By News Desk

/ 17 Aug 2021

Whole Foods Markets recalls sushi sold at certain California stores

Walmart, Aldi among retailers that received recalled raw, frozen chicken products linked to outbreak

Federal officials have identified specific stores that sold recalled frozen, raw breaded chicken products. The products are associated with a Salmonella outbreak. At least 28 people across eight states have

By News Desk

/ 17 Aug 2021

Walmart, Aldi among retailers that received recalled raw, frozen chicken products linked to outbreak

Studies shine light on Irish E. coli infections, parasites in Peru

Researchers have looked at patterns in sporadic Shiga toxin–producing E. coli (STEC) infections in Ireland. The Republic of Ireland often reports the highest annual incidence rates of STEC in

By News Desk

/ 17 Aug 2021

Studies shine light on Irish E. coli infections, parasites in Peru

Import alerts modified for shark fins, pig ears, various seafood commodities

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

By News Desk

/ 17 Aug 2021

Import alerts modified for shark fins, pig ears, various seafood commodities

Hostess recalls hamburger and hot dog buns for possible Listeria and Salmonella risks

Hostess Brands LLC has recalled certain Hostess “Soft White Hamburger Buns” and “Soft White Hot Dog Buns” because of the potential for the products to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes

By News Desk

/ 16 Aug 2021

Hostess recalls hamburger and hot dog buns for possible Listeria and Salmonella risks

FDA sends warnings about import violations and Salmonella, Listeria in seafood

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

By News Desk

/ 16 Aug 2021

FDA sends warnings about import violations and Salmonella, Listeria in seafood

Home business linked to outbreak in Singapore

Authorities in Singapore are investigating a foodborne outbreak linked to a home-based business that has sickened 15 people. The Ministry of Health (MOH) and Singapore Food Agency (SFA) reported those

By News Desk

/ 16 Aug 2021

Home business linked to outbreak in Singapore

Dozens of broccoli products recalled because of Listeria risk

Almost 30 products containing broccoli are being recalled in Canada because of a risk of contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. Sold in a variety of packages and under numerous names the

By News Desk

/ 15 Aug 2021

Dozens of broccoli products recalled because of Listeria risk

Cholera outbreak kills 800 in Nigeria

More than 30,000 cases of cholera and 800 deaths have been reported so far this year, according to the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC). NCDC said the outbreak

By News Desk

/ 15 Aug 2021

Canning safety: Separating facts and fiction

Late summer is canning season. And if your garden has been thriving, you’re probably thinking about canning some of your favorite vegetables to enjoy later this year and in

By News Desk

/ 14 Aug 2021

Canning safety: Separating facts and fiction

Food safety tips for students heading back to college this fall

For most people, the college experience isn’t remembered for its balanced diet and safe eating practices. College students have huge demands on their time, from studying to social events,

By News Desk

/ 13 Aug 2021

Food safety tips for students heading back to college this fall

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Shrimp sushi sold at New Leaf Community Market stores recalled over salmonella concerns

Whole Foods Markets recalls sushi sold at certain California stores

Walmart, Aldi among retailers that received recalled raw, frozen chicken products linked to outbreak

Studies shine light on Irish E. coli infections, parasites in Peru

Import alerts modified for shark fins, pig ears, various seafood commodities

Hostess recalls hamburger and hot dog buns for possible Listeria and Salmonella risks

FDA sends warnings about import violations and Salmonella, Listeria in seafood

Home business linked to outbreak in Singapore

Dozens of broccoli products recalled because of Listeria risk

Cholera outbreak kills 800 in Nigeria

Canning safety: Separating facts and fiction

Food safety tips for students heading back to college this fall