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Hepatitis A Outbreak in Kalamassery: Authorities Act Swiftly to Contain Spread 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- December 24, 2024
Report Kalamassery in Kochi, Kerala is facing a significant hepatitis A outbreak affecting the regions of Peringazha, HMT Estate, and Kurupra. Health authorities confirmed 29 cases of jaundice, with 27 still active and three patients in critical condition, requiring ICU care. This marks the third hepatitis A outbreak in Ernakulam district this year, following outbreaks
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Food Poisoning at Kochi Anganwadi: Authorities Probe Water Contamination 0
- A to Z, Food Safety, News
- December 24, 2024
Report Twelve children and an ayah from an Anganwadi in the Ponnurunni East division of Kochi Corporation showed symptoms of food poisoning, including vomiting and diarrhoea, after consuming contaminated water. Upon receiving the report, Corporation health officials immediately inspected the Anganwadi and nearby areas. They found that, although the Anganwadi and its surroundings were clean,
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Kozhikode Shuts Down 16 Unregistered Food Establishments 0
- A to Z, Event, Food Hygiene, Food Laws, Food Safety, News
- December 24, 2024
Pre-Holiday Food Safety Plan In a pre-holiday enforcement action, Food Safety teams in Kozhikode district shut down 16 unregistered food establishments during increased inspections before Christmas and New Year festivities. Over four days, the teams discovered numerous businesses operating without proper licenses or postponing their renewals. They inspected 176 establishments and collected samples from 62
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Understanding pH Value in Food and Its Impact 0
- A to Z, Food Safety, General
- December 21, 2024
The pH value of food serves as a critical measure of acidity or alkalinity, influencing nearly every aspect of its quality, from taste and texture to safety and shelf life. Measured on a scale of 0 to 14, a pH of 7 is neutral, while values below and above indicate acidity and alkalinity, respectively. This
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Nutritional Assessment of Packaged Foods in India: A Call for Healthier Options 0
- A to Z, Food Laws, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- December 21, 2024
Overview A recent study funded by the Government of India revealed that most food products sold in the country are classified as “healthy” or “moderately healthy.” However, the study also highlighted a concerning scarcity of low glycemic index (GI) foods, which are crucial for individuals with diabetes. Published in the peer-reviewed journal PLOS ONE, the
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FSSAI Mandates Reporting of Expired and Rejected Food Products 0
- A to Z, Event, Food Laws, Food Safety, News
- December 21, 2024
Report The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has directed licensed food producers, importers, and relabelers to submit quarterly reports on rejected and expired food products through its online compliance platform, FOSCOS. This directive aims to prevent the resale of unfit food products for human consumption. Key Mandates Released on December 16, the
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