Coming out on May 17th, Poisoned is the story of the 1993 Jack in the Box E. coli outbreak that changed many lives, inclduing mine.
More Cilantro Recalled due to Salmonella Contamination
Today, Satur Farms of Cutchogue, NY recalled 138 pounds of cilantro because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. The cilantro was distributed to six customers in New York City and Long Island, New York. It was distributed in 1/2 lb. and 1 lb. bulk bags that contained a small white stick-on label with the
Jonathan’s Sprouts recall due to Salmonella contamination
Jonathans Sprouts of Rochester, MA is recalling its conventional alfalfa sprout products with sell-by date of 4/23 (see list below), as a precaution, because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. Six products are involved:
- Jonathan’s 4oz Alfalfa Sprouts – sell-by 4/23
- Jonathan’s 4oz Alfalfa with Radish Sprouts – sell-by 4/23
- Jonathan’s
Class Action Dropped Against Taco Bell
The ABA journal reports this morning that Taco Bell views the decision as vindication, report CNN and the Associated Press. According to a statement by Taco Bell, the suit was dropped without any payments to the plaintiffs, and without any changes to Taco Bell’s products or advertising.
The statement quotes Taco Bell chief executive officer
This Easter, Skip the Baby Chicks
Those little marshmallow chicks that come all stuck in a row probably aren’t the healthiest items, but it sure beats a Salmonella infection. It is time again to issue the reminder that baby chicks often harbor Salmonella, and for that reason, are not a good choice for an Easter gift, especially to youngsters.
The always
You Tube Marler Clark Channel – The Food Safety Law Firm
We have been uploading newer videos over the last several weeks – See: The Marler Clark Channel.
Food Safety Attorney to Receive Seattle University Professional Achievement Award
On Tuesday, April 5, food safety attorney Bill Marler will be honored with the 2011 Seattle University Professional Achievement Award as part of the university’s annual Alumni Achievement Awards Celebration. Marler earned his law degree from the Puget Sound University School of Law, which was later acquired by Seattle University, in 1987.
Marler has represented
China Seeks to Improve Food Safety Perception with New Assessment System
China has had its fair share of food safety issues over the past several years (remember the 300,000 kids sickened and at least 6 killed by melamine-tainted milk?), resulting in a global negative perception over the safety of Chinese-made food products.
In response to concerns over the safety of its food supply, it
Rhode Island Salmonella Outbreak Victims From DeFusco’s Bakery Pastries Increases
Today the Rhode Island Department of Health announced that an additional eight cases of Salmonella poisoning have been linked to zeppole, eclairs, and bread made at DeFusco’s Bakery in Johnson, Rhode Island. Today’s additional eight victims brings the total to 33 cases linked to the outbreak, with 11 culture-confirmed by labratory testing.
As reported
DeFusco’s Salmonella Outbreak Update: 25 ill
The Rhode Island Department of Health reports that the case count in the Salmonella outbreak linked to DeFusco’s bakery has increased to 25.
“[The Department of Health] has now received reports of 25 people who are ill throughout the state, with a common characteristic among many as having consumed zeppoles from DeFusco’s Bakery. 13 of