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Seafood spoilage instantly detected
Researchers have developed a novel method for spoilage detection in salmon which they claim is better than existing methods.
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Recall roundup: several allergen alerts and recalls issued, plus more…
New Food's global roundup of food recalls includes a number of allergen recalls, as well as Salmonella and foreign matter contamination, and the presence of mould in food products.
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Bacterial virus helped new strain of Salmonella become widespread in pigs
The dominant strain of Salmonella Typhimurium in pigs may owe its success to acquiring a toxin gene from a virus that invades the bacteria themselves.
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Will probiotics replace antibiotics in US chickens?
The use of phytochemicals and probiotics in poultry are being trialled in the US as alternatives to antibiotics to promote healthy animals.
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What have we learned about the virus, so far?
As the pandemic has progressed, so too has our understanding of the COVID-19 virus; influencing the guidance on transmission prevention measures such as face masks, social distancing, hand washing and disinfection. Here is the current understanding.
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FSA calls for more funding for local authorities to ensure safe food for UK
New Food summaries some of the key points of Emily Miles’ speech at the CIEH food safety conference, which highlighted significant funding challenges for local authorities.
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Nine dead after eating noodles from freezer
Following the death of nine people within the same family, the Chinese National Health Commission has warned of the dangers of eating certain fermented foods.
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Recall roundup: multiple allergen alerts, glass and plastic contamination and more…
New Food’s latest roundup includes several allergen recalls, foreign matter contamination, a choking hazard warning, and an update to a recent Salmonella related recall.
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Frozen raw bread chicken products linked to Salmonella
FSA and PHE issue advice over frozen raw breaded chicken, following almost 400 cases of Salmonellosis.
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How science and evidence can drive food safety changes
Rick Mumford, the FSA’s Head of Science, Evidence & Research explains how a new research project is being used to help protect consumers from foodborne illnesses.
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Recall roundup: salmonella contaminations causing headaches for businesses
New Food’s weekly roundup of food recalls in North America and Europe finds salmonella to be the main culprit in Canada.
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Massive Uganda food poisoning incident provides valuable lesson
Ahead of official publication of their key recommendations, Professor Chris Elliott of Queen’s University Belfast, offers his initial insights into the Uganda food poisoning outbreak he and his team helped resolve.
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Use caution when eating cured or smoked fish, advises BfR
BfR Federal Institute for Risk Assessment in Germany has published a notice highlighting that caution should be employed when consuming smoked or cured fish to guard against contracting listeriosis.
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The FDA finds likely source to contaminated red onions
CDC announces end of red onion Salmonella outbreak, but FDA is continuing its investigation and has issued warnings and advice for both consumers and industry.
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Important updates for retail managers and food employees!
The FDA has revised its Health and Personal Hygiene Handbook to help prevent spread of bacteria and viruses and promote good cleanliness among workers.
