Consumer News Do Foodborne Illness Outbreaks Mean That Food Safety Is Getting Worse

UKHSA shares foodborne norovirus trends

Data on foodborne norovirus has revealed almost 70 outbreaks in England in less than a decade. The UK Health and Security Agency (UKHSA) said there is less awareness of the burden associated with ... Read More

Food irradiation could greatly reduce risks of foodborne illness

Consumers' misunderstandings about food irradiation have discouraged its use in the United States despite it having been proven to be safe and effective in reducing foodborne illnesses. Read More

Listeria tied to pasta shows why we need a national foodborne outbreak investigation board

Six Americans have died and more than 20 others have been sickened in a growing listeria outbreak linked to prepackaged pasta meals. It is upsetting, but not surprising. I worked on food safety at the ... Read More

Foodborne illness sickens millions a year. Why we're reporting on food health risks

Six million eggs recalled for salmonella. Scores of frozen chicken products pulled from shelves because they were contaminated with pieces of metal. A listeria outbreak linked to ready-to-eat pasta ... Read More

At least 27 people sickened and 6 dead in latest US listeria outbreak. What you should know

Six people have died due to a multistate outbreak of listeria linked to recalled prepared pasta meals sold at major grocery chains, including Albertsons, Kroger, Sprouts Farmers Market and Trader ... Read More

Americans are worried about food poisoning — and for good reason

Americans worry about the safety of their food supply, wiith public confidence at its lowest ebb ever. It's estimated that one in six Americans fall ill with food-related illnesses every year. Recent ... Read More

Foodborne illnesses increase but no outbreaks reported after direct raw milk sales legalized in WV

CHARLESTON — Foodborne illnesses involving raw milk exposure have increased after West Virginia legalized direct-to-consumer sales, according to information from the state Department of Health. Read More

How To Prevent Foodborne Illness on Thanksgiving — Or Any Holiday

Thanksgiving is a time for gathering with friends and family around the dinner table. No one wants to cause their family or friends to get sick from a foodborne illness on this holiday or any other ... Read More

Food safety tips ahead of the holiday season, straight from health experts

TOLEDO, Ohio — As families prepare for holiday gatherings filled with home cooked meals, health officials are urging residents to follow basic food safety guidelines to prevent foodborne illnesses. Read More

Don't let food poisoning crash your Thanksgiving dinner

Thanksgiving is a time for family, friends and feasting. However, amid the joy of gathering and indulging in delicious food, it is essential to keep food safety in mind. Foodborne illnesses can ... Read More