Food Safety Infosheets

Blog moved now at www.foodsafetyinfosheets.com

2010-04-10T11:17:00.000-07:00

Hi folks, the food safety infosheet blog has moved to www.foodsafetyinfosheets.com or www.foodsafetyinfosheets.wordpress.com. Blogger became a bit obsolete for what we are trying to do.

Since September 2006 over 150 food safety infosheets have been produced and up until now had been held in various spots including a linear, low maintenance blog. Over the past couple of weeks we’ve been working on updating that site and adding utility to it including a search function, automatic email alerts and RSS feeds. The new database is also sortable by pathogen, location and risk factor.

Raw and steamed oysters linked to recent norovirus outbreaks

2010-03-29T11:15:00.000-07:00

Food Safety Infosheet Highlights:

- Since December 2009 three oyster-linked outbreaks resulting in over 300 illnesses have been reported in the U.S.
- Ensure that you buy oysters from licensed, reputable suppliers.
- Ask your suppliers about their food safety practices and harvesting sites.
- Tell patrons that steaming is not always an effective cooking step for oysters; steamed is not a safe alternative to raw.

This week’s food safety infosheet is all about oyster-related risks, you can download it here.

Illinois Subway restaurant linked to Shigella sonnei outbreak

2010-03-11T12:56:00.000-08:00

Food Safety Infosheet Highlights:

- 7 of 21 linked cases required hospitalization
- Shigella is shed in the poop of infected individuals and for up to two weeks after symptoms have ended. Handwashing is a risk control factor.
- Ron and Sarah Bowers have filed a lawsuit on behalf of their two-year-old son, who began displaying symptoms of shigellosis (nausea, and abdominal cramping) on February 27.

Click here to download.

Ohio-based Seniors’ food program shuts down due to Listeria concerns

2010-02-12T12:30:00.001-08:00

Food Safety Infosheet Highlights:
-Poor sanitation or cross-contamination may have led to the closure.
-Listeria monocytogenes can be deadly for the elderly.
-In 2008, 43 individuals became ill and 22 died during an outbreak from Listeria-contaminated deli meats in Canada. The average age of victims was 77.

Click here to download this week's food safety infosheet.

U.S. CDC Investigating a multi-state Salmonella Montevideo outbreak; over 180 ill

2010-01-25T12:51:00.000-08:00

Food Safety Infosheet Highlights:
-Daniele brand pepper-coated Salami recalled after potential link to outbreak.
-184 Illnesses have been reported in 38 states since July 1, 2009. Reports suggest that pepper used in the product might be the source of the illnesses.
-Pepper and other dry spices have been linked to salmonella contamination in the past.
- A list of recalled products and labels are is attached.

Click here to download.

125 illnesses linked to church fundraiser

2009-12-11T11:13:00.000-08:00

Food Safety Infosheet Highlights:
-Community dinners can be great fundraisers but because they may be held at temporary sites and staffed by volunteers special precautions are needed.
-BBQ plates prepared by volunteers likely contained Salmonella.
-14 individuals who ate the BBQ plates were hospitalized with symptoms including abdominal cramping, diarrhea and vomiting.

Click here to download this week's food safety infosheet

Avoid foodborne illness during the holidays

2009-11-19T05:46:00.000-08:00

Infosheet highlights:

Clean and sanitize utensils and work surfaces after preparing raw turkey for roasting.
Wash your hands after getting the turkey ready.
Cook your turkey to an internal temperature of 165°F.

Click here to download the infosheet.

Five students ill from outbreak linked to Campylobacter at school in UK

2009-10-19T20:23:00.000-07:00

Food Safety Infosheet highlights:
- Environmental health officers focus on cross-contamination practices of food handlers.
- Infections often are a result of cross-contamination, cooking to unsafe temperatures or contact with animals; Campylobacter is not often passed person-to person.
- Clean and sanitize all surfaces (cutting boards, counters) between raw and ready-to-eat food preparation.
- Use different utensils such as knives, tongs and lifters for raw and ready-to-eat foods, if cleaning and sanitizing between use isn't practical.

Download the infosheet here.

Effects of E. coli O157:H7 linked to grilled burger leaves woman paralyzed

2009-10-05T20:12:00.000-07:00

Food Safety Infosheet Highlights:
- Ground beef has been linked to at least 16 outbreaks since 2007.
- In 2009, this pathogen led to the recall of beef from nearly 3,000 grocers in 41 states.
- Cook all ground beef to 155°F for 15 seconds or 160°F for an instant kill.
- Clean and sanitize all surfaces (cutting boards, counters) where ground beef items were prepared.

Click here to download the food safety infosheet.

Over 70 children ill from E. coli O157:H7 in two separate petting zoo outbreaks

2009-09-24T20:08:00.000-07:00

Food Safety Infosheet Highlights:
- 67 ill in UK outbreak linked to Godstone Farm in Surry; 13 ill in outbreak linked to the Pacific National Exhibition.
- Handwashing can reduce the risk of E. coli O157, but signs and sinks do not make people wash their hands.
- Be diligent in promoting the importance of handwashing with patrons and staff and compel folks with creative messages.

Click here to download the food safety infosheet.

Over 500 Ill from Norovirus linked to raw oysters

2009-09-11T19:51:00.000-07:00

Food Safety Infosheet Highlights:
- Outbreak linked to shellﬁsh, made worse by ill staff
- Fat Duck’s poor food safety practices may have led to further contamination
- Several weaknesses in procedures at the restaurant may have contributed to ongoing transmission including delayed response to the incident and ill staff members

Click here to download the food safety infosheet.

Flu season is almost here: Avoiding H1N1 and seasonal influenza virus

2009-08-19T21:46:00.001-07:00

Food Safety Infosheet Highlights:
- Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. Throw the tissue in the trash after you use it.
- If you are sick with flu-like symptoms, stay home for at least 24 hours after your fever is gone. Keep away from others as much as possible.
- Wash your hands often especially after you cough or sneeze. Alcohol-based hand cleaners are also effective, but are best used after proper handwashing.

Be ready for storms

2009-08-19T21:40:00.000-07:00

Food Safety Infosheet Highlights:
-Hurricanes and storms can cause power outages and lead to food safety concerns
-Protect your food by being prepared
-Keep the refrigerator and freezer doors closed as much as possible to maintain the cold temperature
-You may safely re-freeze foods that still contain ice crystals or that have been kept at 41° F or below.

Download the food safety infosheet here.

Memphis TN restaurant linked to Salmonella outbreak

2009-08-10T07:41:00.000-07:00

Food Safety Infosheet Highlights:
- 20 patrons of A&R Barbecue ill, at least 2 hospitalized.
- As of August 10, Food that caused the outbreak is unknown.
- Outbreaks can result in restaurant closures, loss of wages and lawsuits.

Click here to download.

Estimated 10,000 potentially exposed to Hepatitis A virus at Illinois McDonald's

2009-07-21T21:35:00.000-07:00

Food Safety Infosheet Highlights:
- If infected, you may spread the virus to others for 30 days before you get sick.
- Diners at the Illinois fast-food outlet from early June to July 13 may have been exposed to a virus that can cause liver disease.
- Handwashing can reduce the chance of passing Hepatitis A to patrons.

Click here to download.

Clostridium Perfringens likely Cause of illness that sickened many in Myrtle Beach, SC.

2009-07-16T18:01:00.000-07:00

Food Safety Infosheet Highlights:
- Improper cooling is suspected as the cause of the outbreak. It is not known how rapidly the food that the caterer prepared was cooled.
- Foods that have suffered temperature abuse often lead to Clostridium perfringens poisoning.
- Food can be briefly left out to cool, as long as it is refrigerated by the time it reaches 120℉. Use a thermometer to verify the temperature.

Download the food safety infosheet here.

Harvey's E. coli O157:H7 Outbreak Report Released

2009-07-01T20:54:00.000-07:00

Food Safety Infosheet Highlights:
- 235 cases of E. coli O157:H7 were linked to a Harvey's restaurant in North Bay, Ontario, Canada in October 2008
- Health authorities point to Spanish red onions as most likley source of the outbreak
- Poor sanitation of onion dicer may have prolonged the outbreak
- Equipment should be fully disassembled to allow for cleaning and sanitizing of hard to reach areas

Download the food safety infosheet here.

2009-06-22T08:44:00.000-07:00

Food Safety Infosheet Highlights:
- Raw cookie dough linked to 66 illnesses in 29 states
- Cooking the recalled dough is not recommended as individuals may contaminate hands or other cooking surfaces.
- Always wash your hands after removing dough from package or placing on a cookie sheet.
- Clean and sanitize any utensil or surface after it has been in contact with raw cookie dough.

Click here to download.

3 in Spokane sickened by botulism linked to home canned beans

2009-06-15T06:30:00.000-07:00

Food safety infosheet highlights:

-In February 2009 a Spokane woman and two young children were sickened by botulism from improperly canned green beans from a home garden.
-Use a pressure canner and follow a tested recipe to safely preserve beans.
-Clostridium botulinum spores are common in soil. The spores can be heat activated and turn into cells. The growing cells create a toxin leading to botulism in oxygen-free canned foods.

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2009-06-03T20:13:00.000-07:00

Food safety infosheet highlights:
- 10 patrons of EVOO in Raleigh stricken with possible histamine-induced illness
- Certain types of fish, including anchovies, tuna and mahi mahi, are at risk for scombrotoxin/ histamine contamination
- Cooking, canning and freezing will not reduce the toxic effects of scombrotoxin. Buy fish from reputable sources who demonstrate proper handling.

Click here to download this week's food safety infosheet.

Hepatitis A in staff member at Littleton, CO grocery store

2009-04-21T20:01:00.000-07:00

Albertsons shoppers may have been exposed to Hepatitis A virus between April 6 and April 21, 2009. C lick here to download this week's infosheet.

Outbreak at celebrity chef's restaurant caused by norovirus

2009-03-18T01:40:00.001-07:00

A outbreak of norovirus is the topic of this week's infosheet. It is of note that the outbreak occured a famous chef's restaurant. To find out who, click above, or download here.

Wrongful death lawsuit filed against Shelbyville, KY eatery

2009-03-03T10:59:00.000-08:00

The topic of this week's infosheet is a lawsuit that alleges ham containing Staphylococcus aureus toxin was to blame in a Kentucky man's death.
Downoad this week's infosheet.

E. coli O157 outbreak may be linked to Western Stock Show

2009-02-18T22:42:00.000-08:00

A petting zoo is suspected to be the cause of an E. coli O157 outbreak in Denver, Colorado. Download this week's infosheet.

Norovirus outbeak on Hawaiian waters

2009-01-30T18:31:00.000-08:00

A norovirus outbreak on a cruise ship is the topic of this food safety infosheet. This is just another in a long line of norovirus outbreaks out at sea. To download click here.

Salmonella illnesses linkd to pet reptiles in Texas

2009-01-26T11:16:00.000-08:00

To download this week's infosheet click here.

Peanut butter linked to 410 illnesses in 43 states

2009-01-12T23:26:00.000-08:00

Salmonella Typhimirium outbreak linked to King Nut Brand peanut butter.
Download infosheet here.

Keeping poop off the plate during a holiday meal

2008-11-24T14:15:00.000-08:00

Holiday turkey meals have been linked to outbreaks of Salmonella and Campylobacter.
Following steps to safely thaw, prepare, and cook your bird can reduce the risk of making people ill.
Downlod this infosheet.

Dry pet food connected to at least 97 Salmonella illnesses

2008-11-18T09:22:00.001-08:00

Outbreak linked to Mars Petcare Pet Food Products began in 2006
Though the initial recall was announced in August 2007, dry pet food generally has a 1-year shelf life, and can be kept longer.
Download this infosheet.

Stay home if you are sick

2008-10-29T21:25:00.000-07:00

In 2006, a line cook at a Michigan restaurant who showed up to work ill and vomited in a kitchen waste basket was linked to a norovirus outbreak that made 364 patrons ill
Download the info sheet here (right or ctrl click)

Cleaning up vomit: Puke can make you sick

2008-10-21T18:24:00.000-07:00

Public vomiting happens: over 550 ill in norovirus outbreaks at USC and Georgetown
To download the infosheet click here.

Lettuce linked to E. coli O157 outbreak

2008-10-02T23:25:00.000-07:00

This week a E. coli outbreak in 5 states have lettuce from Detroit's Aunt Mid's Produce Company. Download the infosheet here.

Ladies Tea outbreak linked to Country Cottage

2008-09-13T08:48:00.000-07:00

Download this week's infosheet here.

31 patrons of Bar-B-Q Center in Lexington, NC ill with norovirus

2008-08-28T17:59:00.000-07:00

An outbreak of norovirus in North Carolina has been linked to poor employee hygiene.
Download this week's infosheet here.

Chips transmit illness at wedding reception in Rochester, MN

2008-08-08T07:25:00.000-07:00

-Norovirus was the real wedding crasher at this gathering
- More than 20 people who attended a Rochester wedding reception on August 1 got sick after eating tortilla chips contaminated with norovirus, possibly from vomit or fecal matter.
Download this week's infosheet.

Food safety at festivals and fairs

2008-07-30T15:39:00.000-07:00

Inspectors ensure food safety for fair patrons in Wisconsin.
2007 Taste of Chicago outbreak: Despite the focus on vendors by sanitarians, outbreaks linked to festivals still happen.
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E. coli O157 outbreak linked to Barbecue Pit restaurant in Moultrie, Georgia

2008-07-18T18:03:00.001-07:00

Inspectors believe the restaurant bought contaminated beef from a Nebraska distributor, which also supplied beef linked to an E. coli outbreak in Michigan and Ohio.
Download infosheet here.

CDC links jalapeno peppers to Salmonella outbreak

2008-07-09T15:16:00.001-07:00

-The outbreak is still classified as ongoing with 20-30 news cases coming in each day.
-Over 1000 ill, including 203 hospitalized, with Salmonella infections.
Download infosheet here.

Foodborne illness prompts fine at golf course

2008-07-03T14:21:00.000-07:00

44 illnesses Niagara Frontier Country Club; local board of health believes outbreak was linked to staff illnesses.
2 chefs and 2 other staff were reported as being ill while preparing and serving meals.
Download infosheet here.

Raw eggs in mayonnaise blamed as Salmonella infects 18 on Guernsey Island in the English Channel

2008-06-26T11:50:00.001-07:00

Raw egg dishes including Caesar salad dressing, Hollandaise, mayonnaise, mousses, icings and homemade ice cream have been linked to Salmonella outbreaks
To download the infosheet, click here.

Salmonella outbreak linked to consumptions of raw tomatoes

2008-06-09T08:53:00.000-07:00

Tomatoes are being reported as the cause of 145 illnesses in 16 states. Of the ill, 23 required hospitalization. This is not the first time tomatoes have been responsible to an outbreak of foodborne illness.
Download this week's infosheet.

Food handlers linked to outbreaks of Salmonella

2008-05-28T17:21:00.001-07:00

- Employees with poor hygiene may be origin of Illnesses in Ohio and New Jersey
- New Jersey health officials say a Salmonella outbreak at Princeton University appears to have been caused by an ill food service worker who handled or prepared shredded cheddar cheese.
Download infosheet here.

Salmonella outbreak hits Princeton students

2008-05-15T12:03:00.001-07:00

-Outbreak linked to Frist Campus Center
-28 confirmed illnesses; up to 90 possibly ill
To download the infosheet, click here.

E. coli O157:H7 outbreak in Nebraska linked to Roast Beef Dinner

2008-05-01T12:08:00.000-07:00

State health officials are continuing to investigate an E. coli O157:H7 outbreak in Sarpy County that sickened 14 people — including a 7-year-old — and sent four people to the hospital.

Click here to download the infosheet

Norovirus outbreak hits Ohio Chipotle

2008-04-23T08:57:00.000-07:00

Health officials say norovirus is likely to blame for making hundreds of people sick after they recently ate at a Chipotle restaurant in Kent, Ohio.
To find out more download the infosheet here.

Cereal potentially linked to illnesses

2008-04-16T10:23:00.000-07:00

At least 23 people in 14 states have been sickened by the same strain of Salmonella found in two breakfast cereals recalled by Malt-O-Meal.
Click here to download this week's infosheet.

Brazilian soccer club hit with Hepatitis A

2008-04-04T11:49:00.000-07:00

Dirty water bottles thought to be source of outbreak; five players sidelined from playing, or having any contact with teammates. Download the infosheet here.

Cantaloupes linked to Salmonella outbreak

2008-03-27T10:14:00.000-07:00

50 illnesses in Canada and the United States associated with Honduran cantaloupe grower.
To download this week's infosheet, click here.

Easter Food Safety Risks

2008-03-22T09:12:00.000-07:00

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!

Dirty knife linked to Listeria-contaminated sandwiches

2008-03-13T14:08:00.000-07:00

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.

Download this week's infosheet here.

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

2008-03-05T11:24:00.000-08:00

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
Download infosheet here

The E. coli Butcher of Wales

2008-02-27T13:26:00.001-08:00

Infosheet highlights:
-Butcher who sold meat contaminated with E. coli O157:H7 facing inquiry
-John Tudor and Son, meat supplier to schools in Wales, caused an E.
coli O157:H7 outbreak beginning in Sept. 2005, which killed a five-
year-old child and sickened an 150 additional children in 44 schools
in southern Wales

Click here to download.

Hepatitis A scare at Amherst, New York Wegmans store

2008-02-13T12:33:00.000-08:00

Infosheet highlights:
-Over 1000 shoppers potentially exposed between January 7 and 26, 2008 through produce handler
-Handwashing can reduce the chance of passing on Hepatitis A to patrons.
To download this infosheet, click here.

Dude! Wash your hands!

2008-02-07T11:30:00.000-08:00

Next time you see someone skip out on the suds in the bathroom, look at them and say, “Dude, wash your hands!” Download the infosheet here.
A companion video can be found at http://www.youtube.com/SafeFoodCafe

Turtles can turn into dangerous pets if carrying Salmonella

2008-01-30T11:47:00.000-08:00

Salmonella from pet turtles sickens 103 in 2007.
Keep pets out of the kitchen. Wash hands following any petting. Especially avoid pets with diarrhea.
To download this infosheet click here.

Dairy Queen employees post videos of unsanitary acts on Facebook

2008-01-23T00:32:00.000-08:00

Kids goofing off at work were found out after they posted videos of their antics on Facebook. To find out what exactly they did download this week's iFSN infosheet.

Ground beef and patties recalled due to possible E. coli O157:H7 contamination

2008-01-16T18:54:00.000-08:00

5 ill in Wisconsin and one in California linked to burgers produced by Rochester Meat Company.
The ground beef products subject to recall were shipped to distributors for retail to restaurants and food service institutions.
Cook hamburgers and all ground beef to an internal temperature of 160F or 71C.
To download the infosheet, click here.

Be appropriate in the kitchen

2008-01-09T13:01:00.000-08:00

Practice good hygiene, know the risks involved with the dishes you are preparing and know how to control them.
Staff at a San Antonio restaurant learn valuable lessons from a poor score by the health inspector.
An outbreak of Salmonella linked to a restaurant in Leola, PA is a reminder for food handlers that foodborne illness is something to think about.

Download this week's infosheet.

Keep dangerous E. coli off the plate

2008-01-02T21:00:00.000-08:00

First Infosheet of 2008. Happy New Year from the iFSN. Download this week's infosheet here.

Avoid the runs around the holiday

2007-12-21T12:18:00.001-08:00

Over 25 people in Hamilton Ontario, have become ill from norovirus after eating at a McMaster University holiday party catered by East Meets West Campus Bistro. Click here to download this weeks infosheet.

Food outlets in Ireland closed over cockroaches

2007-12-05T12:53:00.001-08:00

Cockroaches are causing problems in Ireland this week in the iFSN infosheet. Download here.

2006 Norovirus outbreak in Michigan restaurant left 360 ill

2007-11-28T16:03:00.000-08:00

To download this week's infosheet click here.

Study suggests that restaurant lemons wedges may be loaded with bacteria and viruses

2007-11-23T14:56:00.000-08:00

It may come in tea, water or a wheat beer, but is it safe? The safety of lemon wedges has come into question in a new study, read about it in this weeks iFSN infosheet.

Two Salmonella outbreaks hit North American restaurants

2007-11-14T10:01:00.000-08:00

Outbreaks of Salmonella hit two restaurants recently. Find out where and who got sick in the latest edition of iFSN's Food Safety Infosheet.

Salmonella closes Minnesota Quiznos

2007-11-08T13:21:00.000-08:00

This week's infosheet is about a recent Salmonella outbreak in Minnesota. The infosheet can be downloaded here.

Chocolate recalled after nuts contaminated with Salmonella

2007-11-02T09:12:00.001-07:00

To download this week's infosheet, click here.

Thousands potentially exposed to Hepatitis A virus at Calgary McDonald's

2007-10-25T12:47:00.001-07:00

A food handler at a McDonalds in Calgary with hepatitis A may have put people at risk around the area. Diners at the fast-food outlet from Oct. 1 to Oct. 23 may have been exposed to virus that can cause liver disease. Download this week's infosheet.

Use a thermometer to make sure food is safely cooked

2007-10-18T08:48:00.001-07:00

This week's infosheet covers the only true way to tell if your meat is cooked to the proper temperature. Download here.

Wash your hands and stop norovirus

2007-10-10T15:20:00.000-07:00

An outbreak of norovirus in Pennsylvania is the focus of this week's infosheet. Download infosheet.

Restaurant fined over bacteria

2007-10-03T10:56:00.000-07:00

This week, a restaurant down under has been fined for serving unsafe food. To find out why the food was unsafe download this week's infosheet at this location

Buffet worker stomps garlic with boots

2007-09-26T08:18:00.000-07:00

Garlic can be a difficult ingredient to deal with. It is quite hard, and needs to be minced up, so not to get a huge chunk of garlic in your mouth. However, one food handler in particular is having issues deciding how to mince it. This week's infosheet can be downloaded from here.

South Reno Nevada restaurant Jazmine reopens after Salmonella outbreak

2007-09-17T19:42:00.000-07:00

An outbreak of Salmonella at a Nevada restaurant is the focus of this week's infosheet. An infected food handler is thought to be a possible source of the outbreak. The above infosheet can be downloaded here.

Bizarre lawsuit settled involving NASA, nasty food & chef "Dirty Finger Al”

2007-09-07T08:37:00.000-07:00

A lawsuit against NASA's Kennedy Space Center has been settled. The lawsuit was in response to poor hygiene practices among the food handlers in the Space Center. To read the grotesque details click here to download.

Washington state Salmonella cases connected to Arby's

2007-08-30T11:57:00.000-07:00

Seventeen people are sick with Salmonella in Washington and officials believe most, if not all, of the cases are connected to a dirty slicer at a local Arby's. Download the newest infosheet here.

Norovirus is a problem for the food service industry

2007-08-22T23:05:00.001-07:00

A norovirus outbreak at a Hilton hotel hosted event last month shed more light on whether or not good hygiene is being practiced among food handlers. The August 22nd infosheet can be downloaded here.

New International Food Safety Network Infosheet -- Inspectors fight for food safety; have horrid stories of food safety gone amok

2007-08-15T14:35:00.000-07:00

This week out infosheet covers a recent restaurant inspection that revealed some very interesting (not to mention unsafe) practices being displayed by a worker. Click above or download here for the full sized version.

Don't Eat (Horse or Other) Poop

2007-07-25T23:01:00.001-07:00

A recent outbreak of Campylobacter at a biking event is covered in this week's infosheet. The sheet can be downloaded here.

New International Food Safety Network Infosheet -- Over 630 Salmonella Illnesses Tied to Taste of Chicago

2007-07-17T21:37:00.000-07:00

An outbreak of Salmonella at a festival in Chicago this week has been linked to a hummus salad. View this week's infosheet above and a this location.

E. coli O157 outbreak may have been caused by goat slaughtered in kitchen

2007-06-21T11:58:00.000-07:00

This week's infosheet reports on a North Carolina E. coli outbreak caused by a goat. To find out more download the 6/21 infosheet.

Outbreak traced to cheerleaders

2007-06-13T14:06:00.001-07:00

This past week dozens of people fell ill after a shrimp festival in Florida. The culprit, innocently enough, came from a lemonade stand run by local cheerleaders. The new infosheet is available to download here.

Food outbreaks lead to two restaurant closings

2007-06-06T11:18:00.000-07:00

Two reports of food borne illness outbreaks at restaurants are reported in this week's infosheet. The first deals with E. coli at a St. Catherine's, Ontario restaurant, and the other affected over 100 people in Wisconsin. This week's infosheet is available for download here.

Memorial Day Weekend edition; grilling food safety

2007-05-25T11:12:00.000-07:00

Memorial day is approaching and often a day full of gatherings and barbeque's. Here are some tips on making sure your's is a safe one. Right click to download this week's infosheet.

E. coli O157:H7 in Minnesota cases linked to ground beef

2007-05-09T10:58:00.000-07:00

A recent outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 cases in Minnesota have been linked to ground beef. To find out what brand and what you can do to reduce the risk of getting sick click above or download here.

Concerts cancelled due to food poisoning

2007-05-03T14:24:00.000-07:00

This past weekend, music fans were disappointed to learn their favorite bands were stuck ill with food poisoning. To find out who click above or download here.

90 struck by food pub bug

2007-04-25T12:26:00.000-07:00

This week's infosheet, available for download here, is about 90 people who have been stuck ill at a pub in Wales. Click above for more information on the outbreak.

Restaurant tied to E. coli outbreak closed

2007-04-11T18:17:00.000-07:00

An Orange County, Calif. restaurant was closed this week after it was concluded that 13 customers had been infected with E. coli and one employee tested positive for it. Click above to find out what restaurant is in question or download the infosheet.

Easter food safety risks

2007-04-08T07:09:00.000-07:00

This week we look at risks associated with Eastertime presents, eggs and chicks. Click here to download.

Tainted pet food

2007-03-26T13:04:00.000-07:00

A massive pet food recall is in effect for most of North America after over a dozen cats and dogs died after eating the same food. To find out what caused it and to lean about a non-animal illness click above or download the infosheet here.

14 Salmonella cases linked to dirty iced tea machine in Arizona

2007-03-24T10:48:00.000-07:00

To download this week's infosheet click here.

Restaurant in Baltimore, MD closed for decontamination

2007-03-14T10:06:00.000-07:00

This week, a sick child was found hanging out in a pizzeria's kitchen. To find out more and what repercussions came of this incident click above or download here.

Suppliers key to food safety

2007-03-07T16:42:00.000-08:00

This week's food safety infosheet details recent norovirus contamination in fresh oysters. To read about the incidents and to find out why suppliers are an important part of keeping food safe click above or download the infosheet here.

Hollywood Hepatitis

2007-03-01T19:05:00.000-08:00

Food safety issues cannot escape anyone, not even in the glitz and glamour of Hollywood, California. This week an employee for a high profile caterer was diagnosed with Hepatitis A. To find out who, as well as which of your favorite celebs might be affected click above or download the special 'Food Safety gone Hollywood" infosheet here.

Manual dishwashing study digs up dirt on dish cleanliness

2007-02-28T09:35:00.000-08:00

This week's infosheet explains that manually washing your dishes does not work as well as you might think. A study by Ohio State University revealed some interesting findings. Click above for more or download the infosheet here.

Salmonella outbreak may be linked to peanut butter UPDATE

2007-02-21T09:51:00.000-08:00

We have updated last week's Salmonella outbreak involving peanut butter. New information includes details on lawsuits and public reaction to the outbreak. Click the above graphic or download this week's infosheet here.

Salmonella outbreak may be linked to peanut butter

2007-02-16T13:01:00.000-08:00

Due to the FDA announcing peanut butter being linked to Salmonella we have produced a second infosheet for this week. For more information click the above picture or download here.

Cadbury set to be prosecuted over Salmonella outbreak

2007-02-14T10:24:00.000-08:00

A special Valentine's infosheet for this week. A few months ago a Salmonella outbreak in Cadbury's chocolate was in the headlines. Now litigation is going through the courts and the problems are starting to mount. To find out more view the infosheet above or download it here.

Donairs linked to illness

2007-02-07T16:41:00.000-08:00

Recent cases of E. coli O157:H7 in donairs have inspired this weeks infosheet. It is thought that improper cooking might be the cause of the illnesses. For more information on these cases and for tips on how to properly cook this product and other meat products click the above picture or download here.

Pathogens such as E. coli can lurk in pets

2007-01-31T23:22:00.000-08:00

The January 31st infosheet provides insight into what may be hiding in your house. Certian animals are suspect to being carriers of pathogens. To find out more right click here and 'save as'.

Poor slicer sanitation leads to 72 ill with Salmonellosis

2007-01-25T15:28:00.000-08:00

An outbreak of Salmonellosis infected at least 72 people at an Arby's in Georgia. To read more click the above picture or download this weeks infosheet here.

Three restaurants in Arizona report food handlers with Hepatitis A

2007-01-20T15:35:00.000-08:00

The January 17th 2007 infosheet contains a story about a Hepatitis A scare at a Subway restaurant in Arizona. The infosheet also contains the symptoms of the virus and ways to prevent it from spreading. This weeks infosheet can be downloaded on the Food Safety Network's website.