IFPA Urges Broader Approach to Cyclospora Investigations in Recommendations to CDC
The International Fresh Produce Association submitted formal comments to the CDC recommending enhancements to the federal government's Cyclospora outbreak investigation process, including a more comprehensive consideration of exposure pathways (recreational, occupational, water-related) alongside foodborne exposures
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FDA Proposes Mandatory GRAS Notifications as Agencies Advance Ultra-Processed Foods Definition
The proposed rule would require manufacturers to notify FDA of GRAS determinations, while HHS and USDA have submitted the first proposed federal definition of ultra-processed foods for final review.
Taylor Farms Recalls Products Made with Jalapeños Amid Salmonella Outbreak
The recall comes as FSIS warns of additional downstream products containing the recalled jalapeños, which have been linked to 345 illnesses and 36 hospitalizations.
EU Updates Prompt New FDA, NOAA Seafood Export Certification Procedures
FDA will begin collecting declarations from seafood facilities stating that antibiotics prohibited by the EU for growth promotion or for human medicine were not used, while the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration will update its process for issuing the required export certificates.
FDA Identifies Recalled Jalapeños as Source of 345-Case Salmonella Outbreak
The agency has linked a multistate Salmonella Javiana outbreak to fresh jalapeño peppers imported from Sinaloa, Mexico, and distributed by Coast Citrus Distributors, identifying the product as the likely source of illnesses across 27 states.
Dr. Erica Schwartz Confirmed as CDC Director
A preventive medicine physician, Schwartz previously served as deputy surgeon general during President Donald Trump's first administration and has held senior medical leadership positions with the U.S. Coast Guard.
FDA Expands Cyclospora Outbreak Investigation to 15 States
The investigation now includes 6,358 laboratory-confirmed illnesses across 15 states as of Aug. 5. The true number of sick people is likely higher than the number reported, said FDA.
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Taylor Fresh Foods Recalls Products Made with Jalapeno Peppers Because of Possible Health Risk
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FSIS Issues Public Health Alert for Various Meat and Poultry Products Containing FDA-Regulated Jalapeños That Have Been Recalled Due To Possible Salmonella Contaminationpha
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City Foods, Inc. Recalls Ready-To-Eat Pastrami and Corned Beef Products Due To Possible Listeria Contamination
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Lexunder Inc Recalls Food to Live Brand Green Powder Products Because of Possible Health Risk
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