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Established in 1995 following a deadly E. coli O157 outbreak linked to contaminated hamburgers, which caused over 700 confirmed infections and…
Clostridioides difficile, commonly known as C. diff, is a bacterium that has long been associated with healthcare settings, particularly among hospitalized…
Food recalls happen more frequently than many consumers realize. Whether it’s a batch of spinach contaminated with E. coli, ground…
PulseNet represents a coordinated national laboratory network that identifies and investigates foodborne illness outbreaks through standardized molecular analysis. Established in…
The Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) designation, established under the 1958 Food Additives Amendment to the Federal Food, Drug, and…
The path from farm to fork involves countless safeguards, yet food safety systems frequently weaken during the final stages, known…
Mycotoxins, toxic compounds produced by molds such as Aspergillus, Fusarium, and Penicillium, contaminate a wide range of crops, including cereals,…
Foodborne outbreak investigations require coordinated efforts among multiple agencies and organizations to identify contaminated products and protect public health. The…
In recent years, natural and DIY skincare products have surged in popularity. Fueled by a desire to avoid synthetic chemicals,…
Restaurant food safety rating systems, designed to inform consumers and incentivize compliance, have become a focal point in public health…