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Health officials have identified an additional patient in a deadly foodborne illness outbreak linked to soft cheese that began in 2023. Restaurant operators serving soft cheeses should verify their suppliers and consider…

The FDA is investigating a new Salmonella Enteritidis outbreak affecting 62 people. The source of the contamination has not yet been identified, and hospitalization details have not been released. Restaurant operators sh…

A deadly Listeria outbreak has been traced to requeson cheese made by Clover Hill Dairy LLC. An unopened 18-pound bucket of the cheese tested positive for the deadly bacteria. Restaurant operators should immediately chec…

The FDA has released a fully unredacted version of its report on the November 2024 romaine lettuce E. coli outbreak, revealing previously hidden information. Restaurant operators who use romaine lettuce should review the…

The FDA is currently investigating two new disease outbreaks but has not yet determined the source of the pathogens involved. Restaurant operators should monitor for updates as more information becomes available about po…

Health officials are investigating an outbreak in Idaho that has sickened dozens of people who consumed raw milk from two dairy facilities. Restaurant operators should be aware of potential supply chain risks if they sou…

Health officials have confirmed that beef kofta samples from The Kebab Shop match the strain of E. coli causing an ongoing outbreak. The majority of patients affected are children, indicating a serious food safety concer…

Lab tests confirmed chicken salad served at a Broome County, NY jail caused a Salmonella outbreak that sickened 320 out of 450 inmates. This is the second largest Salmonella outbreak in New York state history. Restaurant…

The FDA has reopened an investigation into a multi-state Salmonella outbreak connected to moringa capsules, with 119 confirmed cases reported across 36 states as of May 27. While this outbreak is specifically linked to d…

The FDA has published a detailed report on an infant botulism outbreak connected to ByHeart baby formula, including production timelines and ingredient tracing. While this directly affects infant formula manufacturing, r…

Over 300 people at a correctional facility in Broome County, New York have been confirmed to have Salmonella infections. Health officials are investigating the source of the outbreak. While this involves institutional fo…

The FDA has identified another Salmonella Typhimurium outbreak connected to moringa leaf powder that has made 18 people sick. Restaurant operators should check their ingredient suppliers and avoid using moringa leaf powd…

A growing Salmonella outbreak connected to backyard poultry flocks is affecting many young children under 5. Restaurant owners should be extra cautious when sourcing eggs or poultry from local backyard suppliers. Ensure …

A Salmonella outbreak in Costa Rica has been linked to a shop selling primarily chicken, with one potential death reported. While this is an international incident, it serves as a reminder for US restaurant operators to …

The USDA has issued a public health alert for beef kofta products served at The Kebab Shop restaurant locations due to an E. coli outbreak. The affected product was a raw ground beef item that has been linked to customer…

A Salmonella outbreak linked to contaminated eggs has affected 230 people in Belgium. The contamination was traced to a specific chicken coop operated by Laerco BV. While this outbreak occurred overseas, it serves as a r…

Health officials are investigating a brucellosis outbreak in South Los Angeles County linked to unpasteurized cheese imported from Mexico. This highlights the serious health risks of serving raw or unpasteurized dairy pr…

California health officials are investigating an E. coli O157:H7 outbreak connected to beef kofta served at multiple locations of The Kebab Shop restaurant chain. The restaurant has voluntarily stopped selling grilled be…

The FDA is investigating a new Salmonella outbreak that has been traced to cantaloupe. The agency has begun foreign inspections as part of the investigation. Restaurant operators should monitor for updates and consider s…

A multi-state E. coli O157:H7 outbreak has been linked to Raw Farm raw cheddar cheese distributed across 10 states including CA, TX, FL, and others. Restaurant operators should immediately check inventory and remove this…

A multi-state E. coli O157:H7 outbreak has been linked to Raw Farm shredded raw cheddar cheese sold in 80 oz bulk containers. The affected product was distributed across 10 states including California, Texas, Florida, an…

A multi-state E. coli O157:H7 outbreak has been linked to Raw Farm raw cheddar cheese distributed in 10 states including CA, TX, FL, and others. The recalled products include 8 oz and 16 oz packages of raw milk cheddar c…

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.

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 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…

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…