Update: Fresh Express Cyclospora Outbreak Grows
In June 2020, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced recalls of certain Fresh Express bagged salads linked to a Cyclospora outbreak. The recalls included several popular store brands, [...]
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Health Officials Warn Consumers to Avoid Certain Foods Amid Food Safety Concerns
As food safety concerns continue amid the COVID-19 pandemic, United States health officials are warning consumers to avoid certain foods. Health officials say there are a variety of reasons why [...]
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Are Foodborne Illnesses on the Rise in the United States?
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), foodborne illness caused by bacteria increased dramatically in 2019 compared to the three years prior. The CDC notes that foodborne [...]
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Basil Tainted with Cyclospora Sickens More than 130 People
A nationwide outbreak of cyclospora infection, or cyclosporiasis, is affecting at least 132 people in 11 states. Food safety officials say that fresh basil from Mexico is the source of [...]
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