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November 7, 2023

Health

FDA Targets BVO: Proposed Ban on Controversial Food Additive Over Health Risks

In a significant health move, the FDA is looking to put a stop to using brominated vegetable oil, or BVO, in our foods. This comes after some serious science work with the

Palmer Candy Company Recalls White Confectionary Products Because of Possible Health Risk. Photo Source: FDA

Health·News·USA

FDA Orders Nationwide Recall of Popular Pretzels and Cookies in 17 States Due to Salmonella Contamination—Is Your Snack on the List?

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has ordered the recall of several confectionery items, including pretzels, cookies, and snack mixes, manufactured by Palmer Candy Company, based in Iowa. This recall is due to possible contamination with salmonella. The FDA classified

August 18, 2024

12 Reser’s Products, Including Mac & Cheese, Recalled Due to Potential Food Safety Risk

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In a move that’s stirring up concern in kitchens across several states, Reser’s Fine Foods has voluntarily recalled multiple products, including its popular macaroni

Illinois Bans Four High-Risk Food Additives: Statewide Enforcement Begins 2027

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Illinois state senators approved legislation on Thursday to ban several food additives that have been found to cause adverse health effects. The Illinois Food

Yu Shang Food ready-to-eat meat and poultry product packet. Photo Source: CDC

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California Infant Death Linked to Yu Shang Listeria Outbreak: 72,240 Pounds of Meat Recalled Across 4 States

Having covered food safety for over four decades, this latest listeria outbreak brings a sobering reminder of how some challenges in our food system persist despite technological advances. A devastating listeria outbreak

Karmactive Staff

November 23, 2024

Representative Image. Grind Meat in a Glass Bowl. Photo Source: Angele J (Pexels)

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E. Coli Outbreak Triggers Wolverine Packing Co.’s Recall of Nearly 170,000 Pounds of Ground Beef Across U.S

Detroit-based Wolverine Packing Co. recalled nearly 170,000 pounds of ground beef distributed to restaurants across the country, as announced by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS). The

Tejal Somvanshi

November 22, 2024

Health·News·Science

Global Antibiotic Consumption Soars 16% to 34.3 Billion Doses Amid Alarming Resistance Trends

Remember when a simple strep throat could be knocked out with basic penicillin? Those days are fading fast. Each time you pop an antibiotic, microscopic bacteria are learning to fight back through

Tejal Somvanshiand

Rahul Somvanshi

November 20, 2024

Health·News·USA

Costco Recalls Nearly 80,000 Pounds of Kirkland Butter for Missing Milk Allergen Labeling—Check Affected Lots Now

In a recent development that sparked both concern and online discussion, Continental Dairy Facilities Southwest LLC initiated a voluntary recall of Kirkland Signature butter products in October 2023. The recall affects nearly

Tejal Somvanshi

November 14, 2024

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Costco’s Kirkland Smoked Salmon Recall Raises Listeria Concerns: 8512801270 Lot Pulled Nationwide as Acme Vows Prevention Steps

Acme Smoked Fish Corporation has announced a voluntary recall of specific lots of its Kirkland Signature Smoked Salmon, sold at Costco, due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. This recall affects smoked

Tejal Somvanshi

October 27, 2024

Health·News·USA

McDonald’s E. coli Outbreak Across 10 States Leaves 50 Ill, 1 Dead—CDC’s Investigation Ramps Up

Fast-food giant McDonald’s is confronting a severe multi-state E. coli outbreak that has left nearly 50 people ill and claimed one life. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has

Tejal Somvanshi

October 25, 2024

Health·News·USA

FDA Egg Recall Update: Salmonella Outbreak Grows as Over 345,000 Dozen Eggs Pulled Amid Class I Health Risk

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has recently upgraded a previous egg recall alert, cautioning consumers about potential severe reactions and even death if the affected products are consumed. This development marks

Tejal Somvanshi

October 8, 2024

Health·News·USA

Lunds & Byerlys Recalls 500 Lone Star Dip Containers: FDA Alerts Mold Risk, Affects Twin Cities Store

To prioritize consumer safety, the upscale Minnesota supermarket chain Lunds & Byerlys has voluntarily recalled approximately 500 containers of its popular Lone Star Dip. The recall, announced by the Food and Drug

Tejal Somvanshi

October 8, 2024

Health·USA

9 Dead and 7 Million Pounds Recalled in the Largest U.S. Listeria Outbreak Since 2011 Linked to Boar’s Head Meats

Six more people have died as a result of a food poisoning outbreak that led to the recall of more than 7 million pounds of deli meats, according to the Centers for

Tejal Somvanshi

August 30, 2024

Fresh Start Produce Sales Initiates Recall of Whole Cucumbers Because of Possible Health Risk Photo Credit: FDA U.S. Food and Drug Administration

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141 Sickened: Fresh Start Produce Recalls Cucumbers Amid Salmonella Scare—Check If Your State Is Affected?

A Florida company is recalling cucumbers sent to 14 states due to possible Salmonella contamination. Fresh Start Produce Sales Inc. of Delray, Florida, is recalling cucumbers sent from May 17 to 21,

Govind Tekale

June 4, 2024

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