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US Cyclospora Outbreak Highlights Monsoon Food Safety Risks for India 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, General, Health & Wellness, News
- July 8, 2026
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
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Leftover Cooked Chicken in the Fridge? Here’s How Long It’s Safe to Eat 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- March 10, 2026
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
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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

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,

Nutritious Yet Risky? What’s Lurking in Your Nuts 0

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

Dr Pepper Recall Over Sugar Mix-Up in Three U.S. States 0

Introduction In the United States, Keurig Dr Pepper launched a major recall after discovering that thousands of cans labelled as Dr Pepper Zero Sugar contain regular, full-sugar soda. This mislabeling issue affects products distributed in Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina. The company initiated the voluntary recall on May 23, 2025, after identifying the error. The