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  • Salmonella Outbreaks Trigger Mass Hospitalizations in Vietnam

    Salmonella Outbreaks Trigger Mass Hospitalizations in Vietnam0

    Introduction Almost 550 people were hospitalized in Vietnam earlier this year after a Salmonella outbreak linked to a type of sandwich sold at a bakery. The outbreak occurred in Dong Nai province in May 2024, prompting the Dong Nai Food Safety Department and the Institute of Public Health in Ho Chi Minh City to investigate.

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  • Carcinogenic Ingredients in Cake Samples in Karnataka

    Carcinogenic Ingredients in Cake Samples in Karnataka0

    Introduction The Karnataka Food Safety and Quality Department tested 235 cake samples across the State and found carcinogenic elements in 12 of them. Food Safety Commissioner Srinivas K. has issued a warning to bakeries, advising them to avoid using harmful chemicals and colouring agents in cakes. Report Popular cakes like red velvet and black forest

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  • Olive Oil Quality Under Threat

    Olive Oil Quality Under Threat0

    Introduction Extreme weather events drive up global grocery prices, particularly for olive oil due to droughts in the Mediterranean. This situation has led to an increase in fraudulent activities, where low-quality oil is sold as extra virgin. Other affected products include orange juice. Analysis The Guardian revealed through Freedom of Information requests that the European

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  • Inspections in Burger King and Several Hyderabad Restaurants for Food Hygiene Violations

    Inspections in Burger King and Several Hyderabad Restaurants for Food Hygiene Violations0

    Introduction Sanitation issues surfaced at Burger King and other popular eateries in Malakpet, Hyderabad. On Friday, 27th September 2024. Telangana’s Commissioner of Food Safety task force teams conducted inspection raids at several well-known restaurants in Malakpet, uncovering multiple breaches of food hygiene regulations. At Pista House, inspectors noted slippery flooring and an uneven slope, causing

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  • EFSA Provides New Guidelines for Novel Food Applications

    EFSA Provides New Guidelines for Novel Food Applications0

    Introduction The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has issued new guidelines for novel food applications, set to take effect in February 2025. These guidelines apply to all new food submissions, including cell-cultured foods and novel food compounds. Analysis The updated guidance reflects changes in the EU’s legal framework for novel foods, which was first introduced

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  • Shops in Kochi Fined for Food Safety Violations

    Shops in Kochi Fined for Food Safety Violations0

    Introduction Kochi: The food safety department booked over 180 establishments in the district for various food safety violations found in a special drive conducted during the Onam season. As many as 185 shops, including eateries, were found committing food safety violations during a drive conducted between Sept 9 and 13 in Ernakulam. Special squads of

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