App enables faster tracking of travel-related illnesses
Gastrointestinal complaints were the most common health issue reported by people going abroad who took part in a survey on
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Sampling of vegan alternatives reveals good microbial compliance
Testing of plant-based alternatives to meat and dairy products in England has found the majority of them are safe from
Joe Whitworth
03:48
Scientists investigate sources of UK Salmonella infections
An investigation into related Salmonella infections in the United Kingdom has revealed multiple vehicles and pathways of infection. Following an
Joe Whitworth
15:40
The U.S.-led group advances Codex food fraud work
A Codex committee has made progress on guidelines for preventing and controlling food fraud. The draft guidance has been sent
Joe Whitworth
21:21
FDA supports EU’s WGS outbreak plan; food industry groups voice concerns
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has backed European plans to use whole genome sequencing (WGS) to help solve
Joe Whitworth
07:27
FSA’s food hygiene plans come under pressure
Despite some stakeholders expressing concern about the plans, the Food Standards Agency (FSA) continues looking into a new form of
Joe Whitworth
10:03
EU sees rise in food safety alerts and fraud investigations
The number of food safety alerts and fraud investigations exchanged between European member states went up in 2023. The European
Joe Whitworth
12:39
Fines for firms selling fake Wonka Bars, contaminated palm oil
A business in England has been fined for selling counterfeit Wonka chocolate bars with incorrect labeling and undeclared nut allergens.
Joe Whitworth
14:28
UK food agencies highlight key food crime topics
Raw pet food, smokies, and unapproved producers were some of the issues identified by food agencies in the United Kingdom
Joe Whitworth
19:53
Scientists propose change in Campylobacter sampling approach
Researchers have suggested ways to improve analysis to help with source attribution and Campylobacter outbreak investigations. The standard method of
