Foodborne Illness - Page 2

June 27

Butcher shops close as E. coli outbreak kills 12-year-old girl, hospitalizes 21 children

A deadly E. coli outbreak in northern France has left a 12-year-old girl dead and 21 children hospitalized, with nine patients developing hemolytic uremic syndrome.

May 27

Deli meat, cucumbers top list of 'really risky foods' you might have in the fridge

A 41% rise in food recalls in 2024 highlights the risk of salmonella, E. coli and listeria in common foods such as deli meats, cucumbers, raw milk and eggs, says Consumer Reports.

May 16

Public health alert issued for chicken and bacon ranch wraps over listeria concerns

A public health alert has been issued for some chicken and bacon ranch wraps sold in three northeastern states because of listeria concerns, according to the USDA's FSIS.

May 9

Jumbo pumpkin seeds from Canada could be contaminated with salmonella

Organic jumbo pumpkin seeds made in Canada have been recalled because they could be contaminated with salmonella, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said.

April 27

6 foods flight passengers should never order on a plane

Fox News Digital speaks to two etiquette experts, including a former flight attendant, who reveal which foods to steer clear of when you're on a plane.

April 25

Apple juice recalled in 28 states due to toxic substance, FDA says

Martinelli's is recalling some four packs of its 10-ounce glass apple juice bottles due to potential patulin contamination, according to the FDA. Here's what to know.

April 21

Public health alert issued for budget-friendly Mexican meal: 'Should be thrown away'

The FSIS recently issued a public health alert for Aldi's pork carnitas, warning that the 16-ounce packages may be contaminated with metal as of April 19.

April 19

Enoki mushroom packages recalled for possible listeria contamination

A brand of enoki mushrooms has been recalled because of possible listeria contamination. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration said the mushroom packages were distributed nationwide.

April 15, 2025

Poison fruit in 'White Lotus' comes from 'suicide tree': Is it real?

"The White Lotus" on HBO has brought attention to Cerbera odollam, a highly toxic tree native to Southeast Asia known as the "suicide tree." Its seeds contain cerberin, a potent cardiac toxin.

April 9, 2025

'Extra creamy' butter recalled due to stomach-churning bacterial contamination

A batch of Cabot Creamery butter, distributed by Agri-Mark, was recalled because of coliform bacteria, prompting concerns about potential fecal contamination.