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A Salmonella outbreak spanning multiple countries is primarily affecting young people, with most cases acquired domestically. Health officials have not yet identified the source of the contamination. Restaurant operators…

Three people in Illinois have been confirmed ill from a Listeria outbreak linked to Daisy brand headcheese. The outbreak appears localized to Illinois, with state officials leading the investigation alongside USDA's Food…

Over 300 people reported food poisoning after eating at two Gobi Sushi restaurants in Sweden. Authorities have closed both locations as they investigate the norovirus outbreak.

A UK restaurant operator was fined £25,000 ($34,000) after pleading guilty to food safety violations that led to a Salmonella outbreak in 2024. This case demonstrates the serious financial consequences restaurants can fa…

Twenty-three inmates at St. Joseph County Jail in South Bend, Indiana became ill with Salmonella on April 29, experiencing symptoms like diarrhea, dehydration, and fever. Public health agencies are investigating the outb…

A restaurant in Ontario, Canada was closed after cross contamination led to a Salmonella outbreak affecting 86 people. The Piper Arms restaurant has now reopened after being shut down since April 13. This serves as a rem…

Health officials have declared an E. coli outbreak linked to RAW FARM raw milk cheese to be over. More than half of the patients affected were children under 5 years old. Restaurant operators should ensure they source da…

The FDA issued a public alert about fresh-frozen blood clams imported from Ecuador and sold under the La Serranita brand in connection with a hepatitis A outbreak. The outbreak is being investigated by New York State hea…

A Salmonella outbreak connected to sprouted seeds from Italy is affecting multiple European countries. Restaurant operators should review their supply chains if they source sprouted seeds or related products from Europea…

A salmonella outbreak has been traced to backyard poultry flocks, with 41% of cases affecting children under 5. Restaurant operators should ensure proper food safety protocols when sourcing poultry and be aware of potent…

A restaurant has been fined for its connection to a Salmonella outbreak. The incident serves as a reminder for restaurant operators to maintain strict food safety protocols to prevent contamination and protect customers.

A salmonella outbreak in Finland has sickened 32 people, with early investigations pointing to uncooked sprouts as the likely source. While this outbreak is overseas, US restaurant operators should be reminded of proper …

A Salmonella outbreak in Germany has resulted in one death and affected 40 patients, primarily children and adolescents. While this is an international incident, restaurant operators should remain vigilant about Salmonel…

A Salmonella outbreak at Piper Arms restaurant in Hamilton, Ontario has affected 13 confirmed patients with 44 additional suspected cases. This is a developing food safety situation that restaurant operators should monit…

Seven people have been hospitalized due to a Salmonella outbreak linked to a restaurant. Public health officials have temporarily closed the establishment to investigate and prevent further illnesses.

A Salmonella outbreak in Canada linked to pistachios has infected nearly 200 people over the past year and is still ongoing. New cases were reported as recently as last month according to Canadian health officials. US re…

Fish consumption has caused separate disease outbreaks in the Philippines and Vanuatu, with 20-51 people reported sick in the Philippines alone. The fish species involved is locally known as 'aloy' in the affected Philip…

Spanish scientists are investigating nearly a dozen outbreaks affecting young children that were linked to chicken meals containing biogenic amines like histamine. The research focuses on minimizing exposure risks to the…

The FDA is investigating a Salmonella Newport outbreak that has grown from 38 to 68 confirmed cases since first reported on February 25. The source of the outbreak has not yet been identified, so restaurant operators sho…

The FDA released a report on a Salmonella outbreak affecting 56 people linked to mangoes, but redacted the names of companies involved and affected states. This limits restaurant operators' ability to identify potentiall…

A hepatitis A outbreak in Sweden has expanded to 11 confirmed cases. While this is an international outbreak, US restaurant operators should remain vigilant about hepatitis A prevention through proper food handling, empl…

The FDA has concluded its investigation into a Salmonella outbreak traced to Rosabella-brand moringa powder capsules. The outbreak affected 10 people across eight states, with three requiring hospitalization.

Raw Farm, a dairy with a history of foodborne illness outbreaks, has raw cheddar cheese currently linked to an E. coli outbreak. The company is refusing to initiate a voluntary recall of the contaminated products.

A hotel in New South Wales, Australia was fined over $37,000 for food hygiene violations that led to a Salmonella outbreak affecting 76 people. This case demonstrates the serious financial and legal consequences restaura…

An E. coli outbreak connected to raw milk and cheese has sickened 9 people across California, Florida, and Texas, with 2 new California cases reported since March 15. Restaurant owners should avoid serving raw milk produ…

Health officials have identified additional patients in an ongoing outbreak linked to Raw Farm dairy products. More than half of those affected are young children under 5 years old, highlighting the serious health risks …

The FDA is conducting an inspection of Raw Farm dairy after the company was linked to an outbreak. The dairy is refusing to voluntarily recall its products despite the health concerns. Restaurant operators using Raw Farm…

The FDA has identified RAW FARM raw cheddar cheese as the likely source of an E. coli O157:H7 outbreak and recommended a voluntary recall. However, the company disagrees with the findings and has declined to remove their…

The FDA's 2024 annual report documents several significant foodborne illness outbreaks, including a large E. coli outbreak linked to carrots, illness cases connected to cheese, and adverse events from certain chocolate p…

An outbreak in Finland sickened over 700 people at 17 schools due to excessively high levels of an additive in tortillas. The cause of the high additive levels remains unclear. This highlights the importance of proper in…

CDC reports 47 cases across 8 states. Restaurants advised to verify lettuce sourcing and consider temporary menu substitutions.

FDA investigating multi-state Salmonella outbreak with 89 reported illnesses linked to imported cucumbers from Mexico.