Foodborne illness

Learn More About Food Safety This National Food Safety Education Month

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Tuesday, August 29, 2023

SILVER SPRING, Md., Aug. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- There's no better time to learn about food safety than during National Food Safety Education Month.

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  • SILVER SPRING, Md., Aug. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- There's no better time to learn about food safety than during National Food Safety Education Month.
  • This September, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) emphasizes the importance of food safety, particularly for groups at high-risk of getting sick due to foodborne illness (also known as food poisoning).
  • Continue reading to learn more about foodborne illnesses, foods associated with higher risk for foodborne illness, and if you or someone you care about falls within a high-risk group .
  • Every year, 1 in every 6 Americans gets sick due to a foodborne illness or "food poisoning."

Triumph Foods, Midwest Farmers Challenge Constitutionality of Massachusetts Question 3

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Wednesday, July 26, 2023

Triumph Foods filed a lawsuit in Massachusetts federal district court challenging the constitutionality of the state law known as Question 3 (Q3) and, in turn, similar laws like it, including California’s Proposition 12 (Prop 12).

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  • Triumph Foods filed a lawsuit in Massachusetts federal district court challenging the constitutionality of the state law known as Question 3 (Q3) and, in turn, similar laws like it, including California’s Proposition 12 (Prop 12).
  • The lawsuit challenges Q3 and the overall constitutionality of similar laws like Prop 12.
  • This left the door open to address the constitutionality of laws like Q3 and Prop 12 through other claims, which Triumph Foods intends to pursue.
  • Laws like Q3 and Prop 12 put not just farmers at risk but threaten food security,” said the farmer plaintiffs.

Your snacks may be delicious, but are they safe?

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Sunday, June 4, 2023

According to the World Health Organization, food-borne diseases affect an estimated 600 million people annually, resulting in 420,000 deaths globally.

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  • According to the World Health Organization, food-borne diseases affect an estimated 600 million people annually, resulting in 420,000 deaths globally.
  • For most developing countries, it can be difficult to practise food safety when clean water and sanitation aren’t available.
  • It depends on various factors like where the ingredients come from, and how snacks are prepared and stored.
  • By following the tips I offer here, you can enjoy your snacks and reduce the risk of foodborne diseases.

Managing the risks

    • Raw materials, including fruits, vegetables and animal products, can be contaminated with harmful microorganisms, such as bacteria, viruses, and parasites.
    • To reduce the risk of contamination, it is important to buy ingredients from trusted suppliers who have good hygiene practices.
    • When buying fresh produce, look for signs of spoilage, such as mould, discolouration and foul odours.
    • Food processing, such as canning and freezing, can kill harmful microorganisms and extend the shelf life of products.

Symptoms of food-borne diseases

    • Knowing the most common types of foodborne illnesses and their symptoms is very important.
    • Symptoms of food-borne illness can range from mild, such as nausea and diarrhoea, to severe, such as kidney failure and paralysis – the inability to move some or all parts of your body.
    • If you experience or observe any symptoms of food-borne illness after eating a snack, seek medical attention immediately.

Food Safety Tips During Power Outages

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Thursday, February 16, 2023

A power outage can happen at any time, so it's important to have a plan in place to safely store your food during an emergency.

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  • A power outage can happen at any time, so it's important to have a plan in place to safely store your food during an emergency.
  • Make ice cubes and freeze containers of water or gel packs to help keep food cold when there is a loss of power.
  • Keep coolers on hand to store refrigerated food if the power will be out for more than 4 hours.
  • Keeping food at safe temperatures is key to reduce the risk of foodborne illnesses (also known as food poisoning).

United States Surface Disinfectant & Cleaning Wipes Market Report 2022: $698 Million Sales and 28.1 Billion Units in 2021 - Forecasts to 2026 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Monday, December 5, 2022

The "US Surface Disinfectant & Cleaning Wipes Market 2022-2026" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • The "US Surface Disinfectant & Cleaning Wipes Market 2022-2026" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • This industry study analyzes the US market for surface disinfectant and cleaning wipes, which totaled $698 million on sales of 28.1 billion units in 2021.
  • The study presents historical demand data in both US dollar and unit terms for 2011, 2016, and 2021, and forecasts for 2026 and 2031 by function and market.
  • Demand for surface disinfectant and cleaning wipes is expected to advance 1.1% per year off a relatively high 2021 base to $736 million in 2026.

Global Food Traceability Market Report 2022 to 2027: Players Include Bar Code Integrators, Cognex, Honeywell International and SGS Among Others - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Tuesday, November 15, 2022

Food traceability helps track the movement of a food product and its ingredients through all steps in the supply chain, forward and backward.

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  • Food traceability helps track the movement of a food product and its ingredients through all steps in the supply chain, forward and backward.
  • It involves documenting and linking the production, processing, and distribution of different food products and ingredients.
  • With the growing global supply chain, food safety is becoming a significant concern for consumers and regulators.
  • The publisher provides an analysis of the key trends in each sub-segment of the global food traceability market, along with forecasts at the global, regional and country level from 2022-2027.

United States Wipes Market Report 2022 to 2026: Featuring Kimberly-Clark, Nice-pak, Procter & Gamble, Rockline Industries and Stryker - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Friday, October 28, 2022

Major wipes suppliers have invested significantly in expanding their domestic production capacities for surface disinfectant wipes, in some cases enlisting contract manufacturers to help supplement their own lines.

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  • Major wipes suppliers have invested significantly in expanding their domestic production capacities for surface disinfectant wipes, in some cases enlisting contract manufacturers to help supplement their own lines.
  • While consumer demand for these wipes will decline as households reorient their approach to reducing viral transmission, an expanded base of users will help demand remain above pre-pandemic levels.
  • Suppliers of baby, personal hygiene, and household wipe products continue developing items that appeal to consumer desires for sustainability and environmental safety.
  • Consumers increasingly want their products to have ingredient transparency, be biodegradable, and be derived from natural sources.

ICYMI: USDA to Hold Public Meeting on Proposed Regulatory Framework to Reduce Salmonella Infections Linked to Poultry Products

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Tuesday, October 25, 2022

Washington, D.C., Oct. 25, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ICYMI: USDA to Hold Public Meeting on Proposed Regulatory Framework

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  • Washington, D.C., Oct. 25, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ICYMI: USDA to Hold Public Meeting on Proposed Regulatory Framework
    WASHINGTON, Oct. 25, 2022, The U.S. Department of Agricultures (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is hosting a virtual public meeting to discuss a proposed regulatory framework for a new strategy to control Salmonella contamination in poultry products and reduce foodborne illnesses attributed to these products.
  • Registration Information: Go to FSIS Meetings and Events webpage.
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USDA Releases Proposed Regulatory Framework to Reduce Salmonella Infections Linked to Poultry Products

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Friday, October 14, 2022

WASHINGTON, Oct. 14, 2022 The U.S. Department of Agricultures (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) today released a proposed regulatory framework for a new strategy to control Salmonella contamination in poultry products and reduce foodborne illnesses attributed to these products.

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  • WASHINGTON, Oct. 14, 2022 The U.S. Department of Agricultures (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) today released a proposed regulatory framework for a new strategy to control Salmonella contamination in poultry products and reduce foodborne illnesses attributed to these products.
  • We know that Salmonella in poultry is a complex problem with no single solution, said USDA Deputy Under Secretary Sandra Eskin.
  • However, we have identified a series of strategic actions FSIS could take that are likely to drive down Salmonella infections linked to poultry products consumption, and we are presenting those in this proposed framework.
  • The proposed framework consists of three key components that, together, support a comprehensive approach to controlling Salmonella in poultry.

Advancements Series to Explore Recent Innovations in Vaccine Research and Development

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Thursday, October 13, 2022

JUPITER, Fla. , Oct. 13, 2022  /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- An upcoming segment of the award-winning series, Advancements with Ted Danson, will focus on recent developments in vaccine science.

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  • JUPITER, Fla., Oct. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- An upcoming segment of the award-winning series, Advancements with Ted Danson, will focus on recent developments in vaccine science.
  • This segment of Advancements will explore a breakthrough in the poultry industry that is helping to reduce the risk of foodborne illnesses, such as salmonellosis in humans.
  • "By doing things differently, the platform is helping to ease doubts and consumer concerns of vaccine reaction and reversion to virulence," said Colin Ferguson, senior producer for the Advancements series.
  • About Advancements and DMG Productions:
    Advancements is an information-based educational television series that explores recent developments taking place across several industries and economies.