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Fresh Produce Under Scrutiny as US Cyclospora Cases Near 7,000 0

Key Update A nationwide Cyclospora outbreak has sickened nearly 7,000 people across the United States, making it one of the country’s largest foodborne illness outbreaks in recent years. The US Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has confirmed 1,645 laboratory cases, while investigators are reviewing more than 5,100 additional suspected cases. The outbreak has

US Cyclospora Outbreak Highlights Monsoon Food Safety Risks for India 0

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is tracking a growing Cyclospora outbreak across 18 states, with Michigan reporting the highest increase in cases this summer. Between May 1 and June 16, health officials confirmed 145 domestically acquired cases of cyclosporiasis across 17 states, including 20 hospitalisations. Cyclospora is a microscopic parasite that

Leftover Cooked Chicken in the Fridge? Here’s How Long It’s Safe to Eat 0

Key Update Many people cook chicken in large batches and store the leftovers in the refrigerator for later meals like salads, sandwiches, or pasta. But an important food safety question often comes up: how long can cooked chicken safely stay in the fridge? Food safety experts warn that even properly cooked food can become unsafe

Strawberries, Apples and More: Study Flags Pesticide Exposure in Popular Fruits 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- March 9, 2026
Key Update Fruits are widely recommended as part of a healthy diet. However, their outer surfaces may sometimes carry pesticide residues, raising concerns about long-term health exposure. A study published in the International Journal of Hygiene and Environmental Health suggests that regular consumption of certain fruits and vegetables may increase pesticide levels detected in the
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Deadly U.S. Listeria Outbreak Tied to Contaminated Pasta Meals 0
- A to Z
- November 4, 2025
Key Update A Listeria outbreak tied to ready-to-eat pasta dishes has killed six people, hospitalised 25, and infected at least 27 across 18 U.S. states, according to the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Federal health officials traced the source of the contamination to recalled pasta meals produced by Nate’s Fine Foods in Roseville,
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Nutritious Yet Risky? What’s Lurking in Your Nuts 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- September 1, 2025
Key Update Nuts are celebrated for their nutrition, but recent recalls remind us that even healthy foods can carry risks. In May 2025, the U.S. FDA and CDC (Centres for Disease Control and Prevention) issued an advisory on pistachios contaminated with Salmonella. By July, World Market also recalled a similar product. Though these batches were
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