Spotlight on Food Protection

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Cubano sandwiches with Clostridium perfringens found in Alaska investigation

The Anchorage Daily News reports that Alaska health officials have traced the source of a foodborne illness outbreak that sickened dozens of hospital workers in Homer to a single item The Department of Health and Social Services said in a release Monday that it was Cubano sandwiches.  Experts who investigated the incident think. In fact, it was probably the pulled pork […]

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Consumer Alert: Listeria Monocytogenes Found in 16 Oz. Bagged “Robinson Fresh Turnip Greens”

New York State Agriculture Commissioner Richard A. Ball today warned consumers about Robinson Fresh brand packaged Turnip Greens due to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination. No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this product. The prepackaged “Robinson Fresh Turnip Greens” is packed in a 16 oz. plastic bag with a Best by Date […]

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