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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,

Telangana Food Safety Department Ensures Hygiene and Compliance in 2024 0
- A to Z, Event, Food Laws, Food Safety, News
- December 26, 2024
Overview The Telangana Food Safety Department emerged as a key player in safeguarding food safety and hygiene across the state in 2024. Between January and November, the department conducted 4,652 inspections at restaurants, high-end pubs, manufacturing units, eCommerce dark stores, warehouses, dairy operations, and ice cream shops in Hyderabad and other districts. These inspections resulted
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Food Poisoning Affects Hundreds at Perunkaliyattam Festival in Payyanur 0
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- December 18, 2024
Report A suspected food poisoning outbreak during the Perunkaliyattam festival at the Cheruthazham Kokkadu Muchilottu Temple in Payyanur, Kannur has left approximately 300 individuals seeking medical care. Over the last two days of the festival, attendees who consumed food from temporary stalls reported symptoms of foodborne illness. Medical Response and Patient Updates Health officials treated
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Inspection Uncovers Hygiene Violations at Mahabubnagar Snack Venue, License Revoked 0
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- December 17, 2024
Report Telangana’s Commissioner of Food Safety teams inspected a snack-selling venue in Mahabubnagar district and found multiple hygiene violations. They confiscated food worth ₹60,500 due to improper labelling and unsanitary practices. Consequently, the department revoked the establishment’s license under the Food Safety and Standards Act, of 2006. Deficiencies Uncovered at Sri Santosh Foods in Yenugonda
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