Boar’s Head Recall Exposes Gaps in Food Safety Standards
In the wake of headline-grabbing Boar’s Head deli meat recall, industry experts say more safety standards and inspections are needed to prevent foodborne illness.
Tag: Foodborne Illness
8 Common Food Sickness Culprits
Most consumers are aware that products like deli meat trigger occasional foodborne illness outbreaks. Those same people might be surprised, however, to find that items like onions, peaches, and flour are also common culprits of …
Analysis: Polymeric Antimicrobial Food Packaging and its Applications
Polymeric antimicrobial food packaging is an innovative advancement in foodborne illness prevention, some experts say, and researchers are working to expand its effectiveness.
As Food Recalls Mount, Experts Urge Food Safety ‘Culture’ Change
Recent food recalls illustrate a “disturbing” lack of food safety culture, according to Dr. Vanessa Coffman. One in six Americans fall ill from foodborne illness annually these days. Making matters worse, the public is often …