foodborne illnesses
Coverage of foodborne illnesses in the Nexus archive.
- American Red Cross issues second national blood supply crisis in history
The American Red Cross has declared a national blood supply crisis for the second time in history, citing a four-year summer low in donations exacerbated by extreme heat, poor air quality, and foodborne illnesses. The organization warns of limited type O positive blood supplies and is restricting hospital distributions, urging donors to use its app or website to contribute.
- Red Cross declares second-ever national blood supply crisis
The American Red Cross has declared a second national blood supply crisis due to a 25% drop in supply since June, with type-O blood reserves at critically low levels. Factors include reduced donations from weather, air quality, and foodborne illnesses, while summer trauma season increases demand. The Red Cross urges donors, especially type-O blood donors, to schedule donations.
- 4 more states report cyclosporiasis outbreak. Here's how the FDA does a traceback investigation
Four additional states have reported cases in a second cyclosporiasis outbreak. The FDA is conducting a traceback investigation to identify the source of the foodborne illness.
- Foodborne illnesses at restaurant chains are rare but can sicken customers, roil businesses
Foodborne illnesses at restaurant chains are rare but can cause customer sickness and business disruptions. The article discusses past outbreaks that impacted restaurant companies and led to changes in U.S. food safety regulations.