food handling Archives

Kalamassery Health Authorities Intensify Hepatitis A Control Efforts 0
- Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- March 1, 2025
Report Health authorities recently closed an eatery near a private engineering institute in South Kalamassery, Kochi after Hepatitis A cases increased over the past two weeks. The closure followed the discovery that the tea shop violated hygiene and food safety regulations. Consequently, authorities suspect that students may have consumed contaminated food or water from nearby
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Beware! Pesticides Could Be Lurking in Your Fruits and Vegetables 0
- Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness
- February 28, 2025
Fruits and vegetables are essential for a healthy diet, packed with vitamins, minerals, fibre, and antioxidants. However, the produce we purchase often carries pesticide residues, bacteria, and other harmful contaminants. While pesticides help protect crops from pests, their residues can pose significant health risks. Consuming these contaminants over time can affect overall health, especially with
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Crack Down on Food Safety Violations in Hotels in Maradu, Kochi 0
- Food Hygiene, Food Safety, News
- February 25, 2025
Report Health department officials conducted rigorous inspections across Maradu municipality, Kochi to ensure food safety and hygiene compliance in hotels. In the Kottaram area, they inspected eight hotels and found one serving stale food. Authorities immediately seized the unsafe food and imposed a fine of ₹10,000 on the establishment for violating food safety regulations. Strict
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Payyambalam Beach Shop’s Shocking Food Storage Violation 0

Report The Health Department inspectors from the Pallikkunnu Zone Corporation were shocked to find improper food storage at a roadside shop near Payyambalam Beach, Kannur. The shop, lacking an electricity connection, used a non-functional refrigerator filled with blocks of ice to store food. When customers arrived, the staff heated and served the food. This alarming

Saudi Arabia Ban Wooden Cutting Tools in Central Kitchens 0

Report The Ministry of Municipalities in Saudi Arabia has proposed new regulations for central kitchens that supply restaurants and households. The draft rules ban using wooden boards and knives with wooden handles for cutting meat, poultry, and fish, instead requiring food-safe materials like plastic for easier cleaning. Designated Food Preparation Areas According to the draft,

Latex Allergy and Foods: Risks, Triggers, and How to Manage 0

Latex allergies are relatively common, affecting a small but significant portion of the population. People with latex allergies react to proteins found in natural rubber latex, which is derived from the sap of the rubber tree. This allergy is typically triggered by direct contact with latex products such as gloves, balloons, and medical equipment. However,