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- 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.
- 2CDC confirms E coli outbreak linked to raw milk cheese▼CDC confirms multistate outbreak of E coli linked to raw milk cheese
The CDC has confirmed a multistate outbreak of E coli infections linked to raw milk cheese. Health officials are investigating the source and warning consumers about the risks of unpasteurized dairy products. Cases have been reported across several states, though the full extent of the outbreak and whether any hospitalizations have occurred remain unclear. The announcement is likely to renew debate over the sale of raw milk products.
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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.
- 4Food 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.
- 5Sierra 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.
- 6E. 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.
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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.
- 8Cyclospora outbreak turns food safety into midterm election issue▼Food safety and cyclospora outbreak become midterm election issues
A cyclospora outbreak linked to contaminated food has become a talking point in US midterm election campaigns, with candidates and commentators debating government food safety oversight and regulators' response to the illness. The outbreak, which causes intestinal infections, has put public health funding and inspection practices on the campaign trail.
- 9Nationwide 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.
- 10FDA 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.
- 11E. 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.
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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.
- 13EU Audit Clears Brazilian Poultry and Honey Exports on Antimicrobial Rules▼EU Audit Clears Brazilian Poultry and Honey Exports Under Antimicrobial Rules
The European Commission's audit office has concluded that Brazilian poultry and honey exports meet EU requirements on antimicrobial use, clearing the products for continued access to the European market. The finding follows an audit of Brazil's controls on veterinary medicine residues. Brazil is one of the EU's largest suppliers of both poultry meat and honey, so the outcome matters for trade flows and food safety oversight.
- 14Climate 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.
- 15Red 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.
- 16Cyclospora 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.
- 17FDA 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.
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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.
- 19Sierra Nevada raw milk cheese recalled over E. coli outbreak●Recall alert: Sierra Nevada raw milk cheese linked to E. coli outbreak
A recall alert has been issued for Sierra Nevada raw milk cheese after it was linked to an E. coli outbreak. Authorities are warning consumers not to eat the product and to discard any cheese they may have purchased. Health officials are investigating the scope of the outbreak and how many people have fallen ill.
- 20Raw 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.
- 21E. 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.
- 22Study says trust is missing for AI in food safety▼Study finds trust is the missing ingredient for AI-driven food safety
A Cornell University study argues that trust is the key missing element preventing wider adoption of artificial intelligence in food safety. Researchers found that even when AI tools can improve monitoring and detection of food risks, industry and consumer confidence in the technology lags behind its technical capabilities.
- 23Broccoli 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.
- 24CDC 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.
- 25Food 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.
- 26Hepatitis 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.
- 27Salmonella 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.
- 28Salmonella 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.
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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.
- 30Sierra Nevada Graziers recalls raw milk cheese over E. coli outbreak▼Raw milk cheese from Sierra Nevada Graziers recalled after E. coli outbreak
Sierra Nevada Graziers has recalled its raw milk cheese following an E. coli outbreak linked to the product. The recall, reported by Fox40, raises food safety concerns for consumers who purchased the unpasteurized cheese. Health officials typically advise anyone with symptoms of E. coli infection, such as severe stomach cramps and diarrhea, to seek medical attention.
- 31Marler 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.
- 32Food Recalls Down, but Outbreaks Still Severe▼The Number of Food Recalls Are Down, but Individual Outbreaks Can Be Severe
Food safety reporting notes that the overall number of food recalls in the United States has declined, but individual outbreaks of foodborne illness can still be severe when they occur. The warning highlights that fewer recalls do not necessarily mean lower risk, since a single contaminated product can sicken many people across multiple states. Experts urge consumers and producers to remain vigilant about contamination despite the downward trend in recall counts.
- 33Over 180,000 ice cream bars recalled over nutrition label errors▼Over 180,000 ice cream bars recalled in 34 states due to inaccurate nutrition facts
More than 180,000 ice cream bars are being recalled across 34 states because the products carry inaccurate nutrition facts labeling. The recall spans multiple states, and officials are warning consumers who have purchased the bars to check their freezers. Incorrect labels can pose risks for people managing allergies, dietary restrictions or medical conditions, which is why labeling recalls tend to draw wide attention.
- 3425 Years of Raw Milk Cheese Outbreaks Documented in US Records▼Twenty-Five Years of Raw Milk Cheese Outbreaks in the United States, in CDC’s and FDA’s Own Records: E. coli, Listeria, Salmonella and Campylobacter, 2000 to 2026
A review compiled from CDC and FDA records catalogs foodborne illness outbreaks linked to raw milk cheese in the United States from 2000 to 2026, involving E. coli, Listeria, Salmonella and Campylobacter. Food safety advocates are citing the 25-year record in ongoing debates over the risks of unpasteurized dairy products and calls for stricter oversight.
- 35Gluten-Free Market Faces Growing Consumer and Regulatory Pressure▼The Gluten-Free Landscape: Consumer Demand Meets Regulatory Change
A new industry analysis examines how rising consumer demand for gluten-free products is intersecting with evolving food regulations worldwide. As more shoppers adopt gluten-free diets for health or lifestyle reasons, regulators are tightening labeling standards and testing requirements. Industry observers say manufacturers face pressure to prove authenticity and safety, with clearer rules potentially reshaping product formulations and marketing across the global gluten-free food market.
- 36Whistleblower 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.
- 37Expert 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.
- 38Olive Garden pauses unlimited pasta ads after deadly outbreak▼Olive Garden forced to pause summer ad push for unlimited soup, salad and breadsticks after deadly outbreak spooked U.S.
Olive Garden has been forced to suspend its summer advertising campaign promoting unlimited soup, salad and breadsticks following a deadly outbreak that unsettled American consumers. Darden Restaurants, the chain's parent company, pulled the promotion-heavy push as food-safety fears spread. The move highlights how quickly a public health scare can force major restaurant brands to change marketing plans.
- 39Raw milk cheese recalled in Northern California E. coli outbreak▼Raw milk cheese made in Northern California recalled amid E. coli outbreak
A Northern California producer has recalled its raw milk cheese following an E. coli outbreak linked to the product. Health officials are investigating the outbreak and urging consumers to check whether they have the affected cheese at home. The recall has renewed attention on the safety risks of raw milk products.
- 40A third of Odesa region schools violated child nutrition rules▼Violations regarding children's nutrition were found in one-third of schools in the Odesa region
Inspections in the Odesa region of Ukraine found violations of children's nutrition rules in one in three schools. The findings raise concerns about food safety and catering standards in the region's education system, and residents are calling for accountability and fixes before problems affect pupils' health.