Foodborne illness is a common, costly yet preventable public health problem. CDC estimates one in six Americans get sick from contaminated foods or beverages and that 3,000 die each year. The USDA ...

Food-safety and sanitation training for restaurant kitchen workers requires a holistic approach that treats food safety as an integral aspect of the company’s culture. This should be demonstrated ...

The USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) is investing $14 million to support food safety research, outreach and workforce training. The investment will fund research and efforts to ...

Festival season is right around the corner and food vendors are preparing for their busiest time of the year. After success last year, the Milwaukee Health Department has expanded ...

In food manufacturing, a poorly maintained facility can lead to tragedy. Last year, there were nearly 300 food recalls related to 19 deaths and almost 500 hospitalizations in the U.S. A listeria ...

Proper food handling, including temperature control and separating raw meats, is crucial to prevent health risks. Labeling for the nine major food allergens is essential when sharing meals to protect ...