Dakota Tom’s Sandwiches Corsica, SD is voluntarily recalling our Pepperjack Cheeseburger, Bacon Cheeseburger and The Gambler due to the burger patty being included in a recall from an outside supplier (BrucePac). The ingredient supplier (BrucePac) recall is due to possible Listeria monocytogenescontamination.
Listeria monocytogenes is an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal
TreeHouse Foods, Inc. (NYSE: THS) is voluntarily recalling certain frozen waffle products listed below due to the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. Listeria monocytogenes is an organism that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy individuals may suffer
Salinas, CA, October 18, 2024 (For Distribution) – Church Brothers, LLC (“Church Brothers Farms”) is voluntarily recalling 1271 cases of green onions because of the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems.
The FDA and CDC are assisting state and local partners from the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture Trade and Consumer Protection and Wisconsin Department of Health Services in an investigation of Salmonella Enteritidis infections linked to eggs supplied by Milo’s Poultry Farms, LLC of Bonduel, Wisconsin (WI).
As of September 6, 2024, a total of 65
Norovirus is one of the most common causes of foodborne illness worldwide, and several factors contribute to its prevalence:
Only a small number of virus particles (as few as 18) are needed to cause infection, making it extremely easy to contract.
Norovirus spreads quickly through contaminated food, water, surfaces, and direct person-to-person contact. It can
Escherichia coli O157:H7 (commonly referred to as E. coli O157) is a particularly dangerous strain of *E. coli* bacteria that can cause severe and life-threatening symptoms in humans. Here is why E. coli O157 can be deadly:
E. coli O157:H7 produces Shiga toxins (Stx), which are potent and harmful toxins capable of causing severe damage
Campylobacter is one of the most common causes of bacterial foodborne illness worldwide. Here’s what you need to know about it:
Campylobacter is a genus of bacteria, with Campylobacter jejuni being the most common species responsible for human illness. Other species like *Campylobacter coli* also cause infections but less frequently. These bacteria are spiral-shaped and
Salmonella is indeed a significant cause of foodborne illness worldwide and can be deadly, especially in certain vulnerable populations. Here are some key points regarding its severity:
Symptoms: Infection with Salmonella, known as salmonellosis, usually presents with diarrhea, fever, abdominal cramps, and vomiting. Symptoms typically begin 6 hours to 6 days after infection and can
Shigella is a significant cause of bacterial gastroenteritis worldwide and can have serious health implications, depending on the population affected as well as the specific strain involved. Here are some key points:
Symptoms: Shigella infection, or shigellosis, typically causes symptoms including diarrhea (often bloody), fever, stomach cramps, and tenesmus (painful straining during bowel movements). The
The deadliest foodborne pathogen in terms of fatality rates is often considered to be *Listeria monocytogenes*. While infections from Listeria are less common compared to other pathogens like Salmonella or E. coli, the consequences can be much more severe, especially for certain high-risk populations.
Here are some key points about Listeria:
High Mortality Rate: Listeria