World Antibiotic Awareness Week Events Focus on Education By Lydia Zuraw  This week, the World Health Organization (WHO) and the governments of several countries want people to learn more about antibiotics. Antibiotic resistance is one of the biggest threats to global health today, and, while it occurs naturally, misuse of antibiotics in humans and animals accelerates the process. Monday kicked off the first World Antibiotic Awareness... Continue Reading
USDA's FSIS Releases Food Allergen Guidelines for Producers By News Desk  In an effort to reduce adverse reactions to food allergens, along with potential recalls, the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has released a 26-page set of guidelines to assist meat, poultry, and processed egg product producers in properly managing ingredients which could trigger such problems. "Our mission as a public health agency... Continue Reading
Governor Lends a Hand With Colorado's Marijuana Pesticide Problem By Dan Flynn  There's a new pesticide cop on the beat in Colorado for marijuana cultivation facilities, and his arrival on the scene surprised many. Since this past March, when Denver's environmental health unit warned the state's booming marijuana businesses that it would be enforcing federal, state, and local laws governing the use of pesticides and agricultural chemicals, it’s... Continue Reading
Tyson Foods Recalls Cooked Chicken Wings for Possible Adulteration By News Desk  Tyson Foods Inc. of Springdale, AR, is recalling approximately 52,486 pounds of chicken wing product that may be adulterated because of having an "off-odor" scent, the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced Monday, Nov. 16. The problem was discovered when Tyson received consumer complaints about the product being "off-odor," as... Continue Reading
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