foodborne illness Archives

Food Poisoning Affects Hundreds at Perunkaliyattam Festival in Payyanur 0
- A to Z, Food Safety, News
- 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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Tracking Food Safety: The Impact of Traceability in India’s Food Chain 0
- A to Z, Food Safety, General
- December 12, 2024
Food traceability refers to the process of tracking and documenting the movement of food products from their origin to consumption. This system allows businesses, authorities, and consumers to trace the entire journey of food items through every stage of the supply chain, including production, processing, packaging, and distribution. In an increasingly globalized food system, traceability
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Telangana Government Establishes Food Safety Committees to Oversee School Meals 0
- Food Hygiene, Food Safety, News
- November 29, 2024
Report In response to growing concerns over food poisoning incidents linked to mid-day meals, the Telangana government is establishing Food Safety Committees at the institutional level to oversee meal preparation and prevent contamination and foodborne illnesses. Institution-Level Committees to Ensure Food Quality and Hygiene On Thursday, Chief Secretary A. Santhi Kumari directed the formation of
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Telangana Bans Raw Egg Mayonnaise to Safeguard Public Health 0

November 2, 2024

Report To tackle potential public health hazards, the Telangana government has officially prohibited the production, sale, and storage of mayonnaise made from raw eggs throughout the State. The Commissioner of Food Safety issued the prohibition order, which took effect on October 30 and will remain valid for a year. Authorities imposed the ban based on

Staying Safe from Foodborne Pathogens: Tips and Prevention 0

A to Z

November 1, 2024

Foodborne illnesses pose a major public health threat, impacting millions of people annually. These illnesses occur when food or drinks become contaminated with harmful pathogens, usually due to improper handling or preparation. Vulnerable populations, such as the elderly and those with weakened immune systems, face a higher risk of severe health issues. By enforcing proper

Deadly Momos: Woman Dies, Dozens Hospitalized in Hyderabad 0

Report After eating momos from a roadside stand in Banjara Hills in Hyderabad, a woman died, and her two young daughters, along with fifty others, were hospitalized. Reports indicate that she died earlier this week, while the other patients are recovering in hospitals across the city. On October 25, Reshma Begum, 31, and her daughters,