Food Safety Infosheets

Thursday, March 27, 2008

Cantaloupes linked to Salmonella outbreak

50 illnesses in Canada and the United States associated with Honduran cantaloupe grower.
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Saturday, March 22, 2008

Easter Food Safety Risks

Chicks are a popular present this time of year, but is it the best idea? This week's infosheet covers recent outbreaks associated with baby chicks. Another popular Easter theme are eggs, which can also cause problems. Download this week's infosheet to find out more!

Thursday, March 13, 2008

Dirty knife linked to Listeria-contaminated sandwiches




Infosheet highlights:
Testing revealed listeria in sandwiches in hospital, as well as a common knife used to make them.
Keeping food production equipment clean is important.

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Wednesday, March 05, 2008

Two community dinners linked to recent outbreaks of Salmonella and E. coli O157:H7

Infosheet highlights:
Roping Roundup" in Arizona and "Beast Feast" in Alabama linked to over 100 cases of foodborne illness
Community dinners can provide great fun and food experiences but because they may be at temporary sites, food
preparation, storage and transport can be problematic.
What you need to worry about in a kitchen at a group dinner
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