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The Salmonella Challenge Each year, Salmonella bacteria cause approximately 1.35 million illnesses in the United States alone, with contaminated eggs, poultry, and…

Pufferfish poisoning, also known as fugu poisoning or tetrodotoxication, results from consuming fish containing tetrodotoxin (TTX), a potent neurotoxin. This toxin…

Aflatoxins, toxic compounds produced by fungi in soil and crops, contaminate up to 25% of Africa’s staple foods, including maize,…

Food recalls present significant financial threats to manufacturers, with average direct costs reaching $10 million per incident according to industry analyses. These…

Composting food waste transforms organic discards into valuable soil amendments but requires specific safety protocols to prevent health hazards, environmental…

A recent study from the University of Copenhagen has uncovered significant financial losses associated with Salmonella Dublin infections in cattle…

The financial repercussions of foodborne illness outbreaks present a stark contrast to the investments required for prevention, with mounting evidence…

Thermal pasteurization remains the primary defense against Salmonella enteritidis (SE) in eggs, with regulatory standards mandating a 5-log reduction of this pathogen…

Religious slaughter methods adhering to Halal (Islamic) and Kosher (Jewish) requirements involve specific procedures that differ from conventional slaughter, with…

Heavy metals, including lead, mercury, cadmium, and arsenic, pose significant health risks through environmental contamination of food systems. These toxic…