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How Common Is Salmonella in Chicken? New USDA Regulations Target Frozen Products

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Related: New Rapid Salmonella Test Could Accelerate Poultry Safety Protection for Consumers: Should Salmonella exceed allowed levels, the affected products will be withdrawn from the market to safeguard consumers from the severe health risks these infections pose. Other food products can also be contaminated with Salmonella.

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Highest-Earning Fast-Food Chains in 2023 + USDA’s New Salmonella Regulations – Xtalks Food Podcast Ep. 159

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Several chains expanded their market reach and others innovated to adapt to evolving consumer preferences. Despite explicit cooking instructions on labels, the persistence of Salmonella -related illnesses underscores the necessity for strict regulations. Subscribe to the Xtalks Food Podcast to never miss a new episode.

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Worst Food Safety Scandals of 2023

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Salmonella Outbreak from Poultry — The US A widespread Salmonella outbreak linked to contaminated poultry affected thousands across multiple states this year. This persistent strain of Salmonella , also known as REPJFX01, not only led to significant illnesses but also prompted a massive recall and stricter regulations on poultry processing.

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Health Canada’s proposed amendments to the Food and Drug Regulations and the Medical Devices Regulations

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On July 31, 2021, Health Canada published a Notice of Intent outlining its plan to amend the Food and Drug Regulations ( FDR ) and the Medical Devices Regulations in the spring of 2022. Health Canada is accepting comments on the Minister of Health’s proposal to amend the FDR and the Medical Devices Regulations until October 28, 2021.

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‘Human error’ at CDMO blamed for contamination of Moderna COVID-19 vaccine

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A probe has identified 'human errorâ at the Spanish contract development and manufacturing organization, Rovi, as the reason for the presence of metal contaminants in Moderna COVID-19 vaccine doses, leading to Japanese authorities withdrawing 1.6 million doses of the shot in August.

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Top Food Industry Regulations to Watch in 2022

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Food and beverage companies across the supply chain must always be prepared for new regulatory developments in 2022 as they seek to bring new ingredients and products to market. New regulations are often reflective of the supply chain, food safety and consumer trends. Regulating Heavy Metals in Baby Food.

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FDA Alerts the Public to Potentially Contaminated Products from Family Dollar Stores in Six States

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Food and Drug Administration is alerting the public that several categories of FDA-regulated products purchased from Jan. This alert covers FDA-regulated products purchased from Family Dollar stores in those six states from Jan. Recalls, Market Withdrawals & Safety Alerts Report a Problem to the FDA. ###. Today, the U.S.