The Latest Breaking News from E. coli

Most people don’t realize that one of the most dangerous food safety mistakes happens in their own kitchen — before they even start cooking. If you’ve ever left frozen chicken, beef, or pork sitting on the counter to thaw, you’re not alone. It’s a shortcut millions of home cooks take,…

A major food contamination outbreak can destroy a brand’s reputation overnight. When a product links to a widespread illness, the company will issue a massive recall and pull it from every store shelf. After the headlines fade, however, these same products often make a quiet return to the market. The…

Pink's vacation was disrupted after she contracted E. coli but was determined to have a good time anyway.

The 45-year-old pop star says she caught the infection while on vacation

Lawsuit claimed man got nausea, cramps, and bloody stool after eating at Greeley, Colorado, McDonald’s

Bagged salad mixes are the definition of convenience, but they are also one of the highest-risk products in the grocery store for foodborne illness. The complex journey from the field to the bag involves a huge amount of processing and handling, which creates many opportunities for contamination. Leafy greens are…

The E. coli outbreak comes as Trump officials face pressure to loosen regulations on raw milk

A laboratory experiment suggests caffeine may boost E. coli’s antibiotic resistance. However, whether this discovery applies to real-world infections in people is not yet known.

Sandwiches, wraps and salads sold at major supermarkets were pulled from shelves over E coli fears last year

We’ve all done it—given a sniff, a quick look, and decided to eat something past its “best by” date. While some pantry items remain safe for weeks or even months, other foods pose serious health risks when consumed beyond their prime. Spoiled food can contain harmful bacteria like listeria, salmonella,…

When a food recall is announced, most shoppers know to check their pantries and refrigerators for the specific product. However, the danger doesn’t always end there. Shopping for groceries during an active recall requires extra vigilance, as the risk of cross-contamination can affect areas of the store you might not…