search
food safety
Trends
- 1Trump's FDA Nominee Won't Answer Basic Science Questions at Hearing▼Trump's FDA Nominee Refuses to Answer Basic Questions on Settled Science [WATCH]
President Trump's nominee to lead the FDA is facing criticism after declining to give direct answers to what Democrats call basic, settled scientific questions during a Senate confirmation hearing. Senator Patty Murray, a senior Democrat on the health committee, is highlighting the refusal and circulating footage of the exchange, arguing the nominee is evading questions on well-established science. Critics say the answers raise doubts about the nominee's fitness to lead the agency that oversees drug and food safety.
- 2Food safety emerges as election issue amid outbreaks●Food safety becomes an election issue as major outbreaks and recalls cause concern
Food safety is becoming a talking point in the election campaign after a series of major outbreaks and recalls raised public concern. Candidates and commentators are being pressed on how regulators handle contamination risks, with voters and advocacy groups demanding stronger oversight of the food supply and clearer answers on recent failures.
- 3
A whistleblower alleges that millions of Driscoll's berries shipped to Canada contained pesticide or chemical residues above permitted limits. The claim, reported by CBC, is trending as readers share concerns about food safety, regulatory oversight, and whether contaminated fruit was sold to Canadian consumers. Driscoll's, a major berry brand, has not been quoted in the available posts, and the full details or evidence behind the allegations are not clear from the coverage snippet.
- 4Study links 485 pesticide chemicals to breast cancer risk●New research finds 485 chemicals in US pesticide products linked to breast cancer. Paper raises questions about safety o
New research has identified 485 chemicals used in US pesticide products that are linked to breast cancer, according to coverage of the paper in The Guardian. The findings raise questions about the safety of food and other consumer products, arriving as rates of early-onset breast cancer surge worldwide. The study is prompting discussion about pesticide regulation and potential public health impacts.
- 5CDC and FDA link E. coli outbreak to raw milk cheese brand▼E. coli outbreak linked to raw milk cheese brand: CDC, FDA
Federal health agencies have connected an E. coli outbreak to a raw milk cheese brand, according to the CDC and FDA. The announcement, picked up by multiple US news outlets, signals an ongoing food safety investigation. Details on the brand, the number of illnesses, and affected states have not yet been made available in the initial reports.
- 6E. coli outbreak linked to raw milk cheese sickens 13 across US▼E. coli outbreak linked to raw milk cheese leads to 13 illnesses and eight hospitalizations across the US: FDA
Federal health officials are investigating an E. coli outbreak tied to raw milk cheese that has sickened 13 people across the United States, according to the FDA. Eight of those infected required hospitalization. The announcement has renewed attention on the risks of unpasteurized dairy products and may prompt recalls or consumer warnings as the investigation continues.
- 7
A nationwide recall of cheese products has been announced in connection with an E. coli outbreak. Officials are pulling affected cheese from stores as health authorities work to trace the source of the contamination. Consumers are being advised to check whether products they have purchased are covered by the recall and to discard or return any affected items.
- 8
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is currently monitoring four active foodborne illness outbreaks, according to an announcement reported by Contagion Live. The agency has not yet detailed the pathogens, affected foods, or states involved in the announcement. Public health observers are watching for updates on case counts, hospitalizations, and any recalled products linked to the investigations.
- 9
Health and food safety authorities are investigating a new salmonella outbreak that has been linked to tomatoes from Italy. It is not the first time Italian tomatoes have been connected to such an outbreak, raising questions about contamination sources in the supply chain. Consumers are being urged to follow standard food safety precautions while the investigation continues.
- 10Whistleblower alleges Driscoll's sent pesticide-laden berries to Canada▼Whistleblower alleges millions of Driscoll’s berries sent to Canada with excess chemical levels | CBC News
A whistleblower lawsuit in California alleges that millions of pounds of Driscoll's fruit containing pesticide and chemical levels exceeding regulatory limits crossed the border into Canada, and that the company attempted to conceal it. The allegations, reported by CBC News, raise food safety concerns for Canadian consumers and questions about border inspection practices. Driscoll's has not been quoted responding in the report.
- 11
Commentary is examining how climate change is increasingly framed as a human rights issue, as rising temperatures, extreme weather and displacement affect access to food, water, housing and safety. The discussion highlights calls for governments to treat climate protection as a legal and moral obligation, and debates over who bears responsibility for climate-related harm.
- 12Sierra Nevada Raw Milk Cheese Tied to Multistate E. Coli Outbreak▼Sierra Nevada Raw Milk Cheese Linked to Multistate E. Coli Outbreak
Health investigators have linked Sierra Nevada raw milk cheese to an E. coli outbreak spanning multiple US states. The announcement has raised fresh concerns about the safety of unpasteurised dairy products, which carry a higher risk of bacterial contamination. Consumers are being urged to check whether they have the affected cheese at home, while discussion continues over raw milk regulation and food safety oversight.
- 13E. coli outbreak linked to raw milk cheese recalled in nine states▼E. Coli outbreak linked to recalled raw milk cheese sold in nine states
Health officials have recalled a raw milk cheese sold in nine states after linking it to an E. coli outbreak. Consumers are being urged not to eat the affected product, and reports of illnesses are drawing fresh attention to the risks of raw milk products. Coverage focuses on which states and retailers are involved and what symptoms to watch for.
- 14Hepatitis A Outbreak Linked to Frozen Clams Sickens 37▼Hepatitis A Outbreak Linked to Frozen Clams: 37 Sick, 30 Hospitalized in Four States
A hepatitis A outbreak has been linked to frozen clams, with 37 people sickened and 30 hospitalized across four US states. Food safety authorities are investigating the source as the high hospitalization rate draws attention. Coverage is focused on identifying affected products and warning consumers who may have purchased the clams.
- 15E. coli outbreak linked to raw cheese prompts recalls▼E. coli outbreak linked to raw cheese. See recalled products
An E. coli outbreak in the United States has been linked to raw milk cheese, and health authorities are recalling affected products. Consumers are being urged to check the recalled product list and avoid eating cheese identified as connected to the outbreak. The news comes as officials work to trace contaminated batches and confirm how many people have fallen ill.
- 16
The Guardian has published a feature following five ordinary Palestinians over a single week in Gaza, documenting how daily life continues under the ongoing war. The accounts capture how families manage shortages of food, water and safety while trying to maintain routines amid displacement and destruction across the territory.
- 17Taylor Farms Recalls Lettuce in 27 States Over Cyclosporiasis Outbreak▼Taylor Farms recalls lettuce in 27 states amid cyclosporiasis outbreak: What to know
Taylor Farms has issued a recall of lettuce products across 27 US states amid an ongoing cyclosporiasis outbreak, a foodborne illness caused by a parasite that causes intestinal symptoms. News outlets are reporting details consumers need to know, including which products are affected and what steps shoppers should take if they have purchased the recalled lettuce.
- 18FDA links Ecuadorian black clams to hepatitis A outbreak▼FDA warns black clams from Ecuador tied to hepatitis A outbreak, 30 hospitalized
The US Food and Drug Administration has warned that black clams imported from Ecuador are linked to a hepatitis A outbreak that has hospitalized 30 people. Health authorities are urging consumers to avoid the shellfish while the investigation continues, and the warning has raised concerns about food safety controls in the seafood import supply chain.
- 19Climate change fuelling mycotoxin risks in food supply▼Climate change fuelling mycotoxin risks with ‘no known solution’
Rising temperatures and shifting weather patterns are increasing mycotoxin contamination in crops, with industry publication FoodNavigator reporting that there is currently 'no known solution' to the problem. The warning highlights growing concern among food producers and safety experts that fungi-produced toxins could pose escalating risks to food security and public health as the climate continues to change.
- 20Cyclospora outbreak emerges as midterm election issue▼Food safety and cyclospora outbreak become midterm election issues
A cyclospora outbreak and broader food safety concerns are being drawn into the US midterm election campaign, with candidates and commentators using the contamination episodes to question regulatory oversight of the food supply. The outbreak, linked to contaminated produce in past years, has turned a public health story into a political one ahead of the vote.
- 21CDC reports over 11,500 cyclosporiasis cases across 41 states▼More than 11,500 cyclosporiasis cases reported in 41 states: CDC
The CDC has reported more than 11,500 cases of cyclosporiasis, an intestinal illness caused by a parasite, across 41 US states. The foodborne infection, often linked to contaminated produce, causes diarrhea and flu-like symptoms. Health officials are monitoring the widespread outbreak, and news coverage is drawing attention to food safety and symptoms to watch for.
- 22E. coli outbreak across multiple states prompts raw cheddar cheese recall▼Multistate E. coli outbreak that sickened over a dozen people — including 1 in Oregon — prompts urgent raw ch
A multistate E. coli outbreak has sickened more than a dozen people, including one in Oregon, leading health officials to issue an urgent recall of raw cheddar cheese. Authorities are warning consumers not to eat the affected product while investigators work to trace the contamination. The recall covers cheese sold in multiple states, and officials urge anyone with symptoms to seek medical care.
- 23Cyclosporiasis outbreak tied to shredded lettuce at Taco Bell●Cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to shredded lettuce served at some Taco Bell locations: CDC, FDA
Federal health authorities have linked an outbreak of cyclosporiasis, an intestinal illness caused by a parasite, to shredded lettuce served at some Taco Bell locations. The CDC and FDA are investigating the cases, and the fast-food chain is drawing scrutiny as the affected lettuce supply raises food safety concerns for customers and regulators alike.
- 24Nationwide cheese recall after E. coli outbreak sickens 13▼Cheese sold nationwide recalled after E. coli sickens 13
A cheese sold across the United States has been recalled after an E. coli outbreak sickened 13 people. Health authorities are investigating the source, and retailers are pulling affected products from shelves. Consumers are being urged to check whether cheese they bought matches recalled brands and lots, and to discard it or return it rather than eat it.
- 25
The FDA has announced a recall of raw milk cheese linked to an E. coli outbreak in the United States. The recall was widely reported across local and national news outlets, though specific brands, affected states, and case counts have not been detailed in initial coverage. Consumers are advised to check whether the product is in their homes and avoid eating unpasteurized cheese while the investigation continues.
- 26Whistleblower says Driscoll's berries sent to Canada over chemical limits▼Whistleblower alleges millions of Driscoll’s berries sent to Canada with excess chemical levels
A whistleblower alleges that millions of Driscoll's berries were shipped to Canada despite containing pesticide levels above permitted limits, according to CBC reporting. The claim raises questions about food safety inspections and how much contaminated produce may have reached Canadian consumers before being flagged.
- 27Red Bull sues Indian regulator over energy drink label ban●Red Bull sues Indian regulator over 'energy drink' label ban
Red Bull has filed a lawsuit against an Indian regulator after authorities moved to stop its product being labelled an 'energy drink'. The dispute centres on labelling rules for caffeinated beverages sold in India, and the company is challenging the ban through the courts. The case highlights growing friction between global beverage brands and Indian food-safety regulators over product classification standards.
- 28Expert warns high-dose GLP-1 drugs may have wider effects▼Functional medicine expert warns high-dose GLP-1 drugs may disrupt more than food cravings
A functional medicine expert is cautioning that high doses of GLP-1 weight-loss and diabetes drugs may affect more than appetite, potentially disrupting other bodily processes beyond food cravings. The warning, reported by Fox News, adds to ongoing debate about the safety and long-term effects of medications such as Ozempic and Wegovy as their use continues to expand.
- 29FDA Recalls Cheese Nationwide Over E. Coli Outbreak●FDA Announces Nationwide Cheese Recall—Products Linked to Multistate E. Coli Outbreak
The FDA has announced a nationwide recall of cheese products linked to a multistate E. coli outbreak. The agency is pulling affected items from store shelves as officials work to trace the source of the contamination. Consumers are being urged to check their refrigerators and discard any recalled cheese to avoid possible illness.
- 30FDA investigates E. coli outbreak linked to raw milk cheese recall●FDA investigates E. coli outbreak tied to raw milk cheese recall
The FDA is investigating an E. coli outbreak connected to raw milk cheeses, which have been recalled. Health officials are working to trace the source and warn consumers not to eat the affected products. Raw milk products are a known risk for bacterial contamination, and recalls of this kind typically trigger public health warnings.
- 31Nine-state E. coli outbreak linked to raw milk cheese▼9-state E. coli outbreak linked to raw milk cheese
A multistate E. coli outbreak has been linked to cheese made from raw, unpasteurized milk, with cases reported across nine US states. Health officials are investigating the source as the outbreak raises fresh questions about the safety of unpasteurized dairy products. Food safety watchers are urging consumers to check products and follow updates as the investigation unfolds.
- 32Raw cheese recalled over E. coli outbreak link▼Raw cheese recalled, linked to E. coli outbreak. See products
A recall has been issued for raw cheese products after they were linked to an E. coli outbreak, according to USA Today. Consumers are being urged to check whether products they have at home are affected and to avoid eating any items included in the recall. The full list of recalled products has been published for shoppers to review.
- 33Broccoli Sprout Salmonella Outbreak Grows to 32 Cases▼Broccoli Sprout Salmonella Outbreak Grows to 32 Cases in Six States
A salmonella outbreak linked to broccoli sprouts has grown to 32 confirmed cases across six states in the United States. Health officials are investigating the source and urging consumers to check products. The growing case count has raised concern about produce safety and how widely contaminated sprouts may have been distributed.
- 34Marler Clark Investigates Multistate Hepatitis A Outbreak▼Marler Clark Investigating Multistate Hepatitis A Outbreak Linked to…
The food safety law firm Marler Clark says it is investigating a multistate hepatitis A outbreak, reportedly linked to a food product or restaurant chain. The announcement signals potential litigation as health officials work to identify the contamination source and cases across several states. No details on the implicated source or number of illnesses have been released yet.
- 35E. coli Outbreak Linked to Raw Milk Cheese Sickens 13▼E. coli O26 Outbreak Linked to Sierra Nevada Cheese Company’s Graziers Raw Milk Cheese: 13 Sick in Nine States, 8 Hospitalized, 3 with HUS — Most Are Children 5 and Under
A multistate E. coli O26 outbreak has been linked to Graziers raw milk cheese produced by Sierra Nevada Cheese Company. Thirteen people across nine states have fallen ill, eight have been hospitalized, and three developed hemolytic uremic syndrome, a serious kidney complication. Most of those affected are children aged five and under, raising concern among food safety advocates and parents.
- 36Food safety emerges as midterm election issue after parasite outbreak●Food safety is becoming a midterm election issue after a record parasite outbreak
Food safety is moving onto the midterm election agenda following a record outbreak of a foodborne parasite in the United States. The outbreak has drawn attention to inspection and regulatory oversight, and candidates and voters are now weighing how officials have handled food safety, turning a public health incident into a campaign issue.
- 37Cyclospora outbreak turns food safety into political issue▼After cyclospora outbreak, food safety becomes a ‘kitchen-table’ political issue
Following a cyclospora outbreak, food safety is being discussed as a 'kitchen-table' political issue, with the Miami Herald reporting that concern over contaminated food is now part of everyday political conversation among ordinary families. The outbreak has pushed questions of inspection, regulation and accountability for the food supply into mainstream public debate.
- 38Salmonella identified in French pumpkin seed outbreak▼Salmonella found in French pumpkin seed outbreak
French food safety investigators have confirmed salmonella as the cause of an outbreak linked to pumpkin seeds. The finding points to contaminated seeds as the source of illnesses in France. Health authorities are expected to trace the affected batches and consider recalls or import controls to stop further infections, while consumers are advised to take precautions with such products.
- 39Salmonella outbreak linked to broccoli sprouts sickens 32 across six US states▼US: Salmonella outbreak linked to broccoli sprouts sickens 32 across six states
A salmonella outbreak linked to broccoli sprouts has sickened 32 people across six US states. Health officials are investigating the source, and consumers are being warned to avoid the implicated sprouts while the investigation continues. No deaths have been reported so far.
- 40
US health authorities have issued an investigation update on an E. coli outbreak as of September 2026, via the CDC. The notice indicates active work to identify the source, affected individuals, and scope of the outbreak. Details on cases, contaminated food or water, and recalled products are expected to follow as the inquiry develops.