The Listeria monocytogenes outbreak in the Boar’s Head product, which began in May of 2024 with a few isolated cases, quickly escalated in severity. The outbreak had resulted in 60 hospitalizations and 10...
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BlogBoar’s Head plans to reopen troubled deli meat plant, but reports of sanitation problems persist
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In the newsIn Canada, Shaikh Al Kar Plain Halva was recalled due to Salmonella
In Canada, according to the CFIA, Greenworld Foods Express Inc. recalled Shaikh Al Kar brand Plain Halva in November 2025 due to potential Salmonella contamination. The product was sold in 400-gram plastic tubs and had...
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In the newsIn Canada, an outbreak of Salmonella infections linked to dog food and treats
The Government of Canada has recalled Puppy Love and Puppy World raw pet treats due to possible Salmonella Oranienburg contamination, affecting products sold in various bag sizes across Canada. The Puppy Love product packagi...
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BlogBird Flu and its impact on humans
Avian influenza H5N1 is a type A bird flu virus, typically, it does not infect people. Human infections have most often happened after close or lengthy unprotected contact with infected birds. The spread...
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In the newsEvolution of Listeria monocytogenes to a strong biofilm producer via the overexpression of Lmo1799
Scientists from Wageningen University & Research (Evolution of Listeria monocytogenes to a strong biofilm producer via the overexpression of Lmo1799, Bombelli et al. Wageningen University & Research, published in &nb...
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In the newsCore update as of November 05, 2025
The CORE update list of outbreaks and adverse events includes eleven postings. The outbreak of Salmonella Richmond (ref #1345), linked to Moringa Leaf Powder, has prompted the FDA to issue an advisory. According to the CDC, ...