Improper Microwaving Led to Pot Pie-Salmonella Outbreak Nov 29, 2008
The outbreak included 401 cases of salmonella infection (salmonellosis) in 41 states. Of the people who became ill, 32 percent were hospitalized. (MEDLINEplus)
More Cases of Salmonella Infection Linked to Dry Pet Food Nov 8, 2008
While the plant has permanently shut down, the threat of salmonella infection still exists ... The CDC offers the following steps to prevent foodborne illness and protect yourself and family against salmonella infection with dry pet foods, treats and supplements. (InjuryBoard.com)
Salmonella Outbreak Tied to Dry Dog Food Continues Nov 7, 2008
"Human salmonella infections associated with dry pet foods are likely to be a continuing problem in the United States," he said ... People can take a few simple steps to protect themselves from salmonella infection from pet food, Imperato said. (U.S. News & World Report)
Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Dry Pet Food Nov 7, 2008
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said that the salmonella infections from contaminated dry pet food that sickened at least 79 people could be dangerous. The suspected salmonella infection from a pet food plant in Pennsylvania has prompted the closure of the plant and a recall of the affected brands. (TopNews)
Salmonella outbreak sickens 32 people in Los Angeles Oct 25, 2008
The victims fell ill with salmonella infection after eating meals prepared by the kitchen, the LACDPH said. Two days after the outbreak was detected, public health officials closed the central kitchen, and asked it to throw away the remaining food and thoroughly clean the kitchen. (Xinhuanet, China)
Making flies sick reveals new role for growth factors in immunity Oct 24, 2008
A Salmonella infection is not a positive experience. However, by infecting the common laboratory fruit fly Drosophila melanogaster with a Salmonella strain known for causing humans intestinal grief, researchers in the School of Life Sciences at Arizona State University have shed light on some key cell regulatory processes with broad implications for understanding embryonic development, immune function and congenital diseases in humans. (EurekAlert!)
For Some Animals, There's No Place at Home Oct 8, 2008
Parents need to be aware of the dangers -- including salmonella infection and even monkey pox -- of owning such nontraditional pets as rodents, reptiles, monkeys and more, says a report from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) published in the October issue of Pediatrics ... Small pet turtles were responsible for 103 cases of salmonella infection in the second half of last year, mostly in young children, the report found. (MEDLINEplus)
Salmonella From Frozen Stuffed Chicken Oct 7, 2008
Most people recover from salmonella infection without treatment, but life-threatening complications can occur; infants, elders, and people with weak immune systems are especially vulnerable. The USDA's public health alert applies to all raw, frozen, breaded and prebrowned, stuffed chicken entrees. (WebMD)
Cook frozen chicken entrees properly, USDA urges Oct 6, 2008
But failure to cook these entrees properly could lead to serious illnesses, such as Salmonella infection, which could be life-threatening, especially in infants, the elderly and other people with weakened immune systems. The food safety agency said the public health alert was triggered after an investigation and testing by Minnesota food safety officials linked the chicken products with 32 illnesses in Minnesota and 11 other states. (Yahoo News -- Top Stories)
