Ron Simon and Associates: The National Powerhouse Litigating Salmonella, E. coli, and Listeria Outbreaks for Victims Nationwide
Most Americans don’t give a second thought to the safety of the food on their plates. We trust that the lettuce in our salads is crisp and clean, that the ground beef on the grill is safe to eat, and that the frozen meals in our freezers will nourish our families without harm. But sometimes […]
Salmonella Contaminated Sandwiches Sicken Over 100 in China
A food poisoning outbreak in Xishui county, located in southwestern China’s Guizhou province, has led to the hospitalization of more than 100 people following consumption of locally produced sandwich pastries. Health authorities confirmed the incident primarily affected students and young children, with 136 people requiring medical observation or treatment as of Sunday, September 22. The […]
Fresh & Ready Listeria Outbreak Over with 1 Dead and 10 Sickened
A multistate outbreak of Listeria monocytogenes linked to ready-to-eat products from Fresh & Ready Foods LLC resulted in one death and several hospitalizations before being declared over by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in July 2025. The outbreak was resolved through a collaborative investigation by public health agencies, which connected illnesses dating […]
Egg Recall August 2025: 95 Sick in 14 States, Salmonella Outbreak Prompts Urgent Warning
Egg Recall August 2025: 95 Sick in 14 States, Salmonella Outbreak Prompts Urgent Warning A multistate Salmonella Enteritidis outbreak linked to contaminated eggs is currently unfolding across the U.S., with 95 confirmed illnesses, 18 hospitalizations, and a nationwide recall underway. Federal officials from the CDC and FDA are urging consumers to check their egg cartons […]
Chemotherapy, Medications, and Immunity: How Drugs Can Increase Your Risk of Foodborne Illness
Chemotherapy, Medications, and Immunity: How Drugs Can Increase Your Risk of Foodborne Illness Foodborne illness is often thought of as a temporary inconvenience, nausea, cramps, maybe a day or two of discomfort. For people with weakened immune systems, it can be far more dangerous. Among the most vulnerable are cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy, along with […]
Antibiotic Resistance and Foodborne Illness: What Consumers Should Know
Antibiotic Resistance and Foodborne Illness: What Consumers Should Know Antibiotic resistance is often associated with hospital infections or overprescribed medications, but it’s also deeply connected to the food we eat. In recent years, public health experts have raised growing concerns about antibiotic-resistant bacteria in the food supply, especially those linked to foodborne illnesses. These so-called […]
Tennessee Department of Health Identifies Source of Shiga Toxin-Producing E. coli O157:H7 as Whispering Willow Farm and Dairy, in Thompson’s Station, Tennessee
Tennessee Department of Health Identifies Source of Shiga Toxin-Producing E. coli O157:H7 as Whispering Willow Farm and Dairy, in Thompson’s Station, Tennessee In May of 2024, the Tennessee Department of Health (TDH) Foodborne and Enteric Diseases (FED) Program identified a pediatric case of Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli (STEC) O157:H7 in a child from Tennessee. The […]
Salmonella Forces Recall of Captain’s Choice Brand Coconut Meat in Canada
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) and Henlong Oriental Gifts & Foods Co. Ltd have issued a voluntary recall of Captain’s Choice-brand coconut meat due to potential Salmonella contamination. Salmonella is a bacterium that can cause serious infections in animals and humans, especially those in vulnerable populations such as young children, the elderly, and individuals […]
Ensuring Food Safety in Prisons and Detention Centers
Maintaining food safety in prisons and detention centers is a critical yet complex issue, with systemic challenges that jeopardize the health of incarcerated individuals. These facilities, which house vulnerable populations, face unique obstacles in adhering to food safety protocols, often leading to outbreaks of foodborne illnesses, nutritional deficiencies, and legal controversies. Common Food Safety […]
Avoiding Cross-Contamination in Blenders and Food Processors
Cross-contamination in blenders and food processors remains a critical yet often overlooked issue in both home and commercial kitchens. These appliances, designed to streamline food preparation, can inadvertently become vectors for allergens, pathogens, and chemical residues if not managed properly. Their complex designs, featuring crevices, seals, and removable parts, create environments where contaminants persist, posing […]
