Diarrhea Outbreaks From Dirty Pool Water on the Rise | Time.com

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"Twice as many people contracted cryptosporidiosis — a type of gastrointestinal illness caused by a parasite that can lead to watery diarrhea that lasts for up to three weeks — in 2016 compared to 2014. Since 2004, the number of annual cryptosporidiosis incidents has tripled in the U.S."

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FDA - Salmonella Spice, both Scary and Deadly | Marler Blog

Salmonella Spice, both Scary and Deadly | Marler Blog:

“Salmonella is a widespread problem with respect to imported spices,” Michael Taylor, deputy F.D.A. commissioner for food, said in an interview. “We have decided that spices are one of the significant issues we need to be addressing right now.”

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FDA on Serving Up Safe Buffets

Some great food safety tips from the FDA, on how to serve a buffet when entertaining at home . . .

Consumers > Serving Up Safe Buffets:

"Entertaining is one of the mainstays of the holiday season – and helps commemorate milestone events throughout the year, too. With proper prep, you can be creative and tempt your party guests with an array of fun platters … while still keeping food safety in mind!

Plan a “bacteria–free buffet” with these helpful tips: . . ."

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Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Handbook - Regulations and Quality - free online book

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Updated Jan 1, 2016:

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Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Handbook - Regulations and Quality

Here's what's inside the book:

• Section 1:  Good manufacturing practices (GMP)
• Section 2:  International regulation of good manufacturing practices
• Section 3:  Quality
• Section 4:  Process analytical technology (PAT)
• Section 5:  Personnel
• Section 6:  Contamination and contamination control
• Section 7:  Drug stability
• Section 8:  Validation

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FDA GMP - Tips on Penicillin Drugs

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Here's a little refresher in the form of 4 questions, answered by the FDA, Questions and Answers on Good Manufacturing Practices Questions and Answers on Good Manufacturing Practices - Penicillin Drugs.

In a nutshell, all penicillin finished pharmaceutical manufacturers, including repackers, are required by the CGMP regulations to establish a comprehensive control strategy designed to prevent cross-contamination of other drugs with penicillin. These requirements include:

• 21 CFR 211.42(d): Separation of facility and equipment
• 21 CFR 211.46(d): Separate air handling systems (HVAC)
• 21 CFR 211.176: Test for traces of penicillin where possible exposure exits.

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FDA Advice About Pet Turtles And Salmonella Risk

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Updated December 5, 2021

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Pet Turtles: Cute But Commonly Contaminated with Salmonella - FDA.gov

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Turtles may look like cute pets, but it is estimated that they are responsible for over 70,000 cases of Salmonella infections every year in this country. Some of these infections can be serious or even fatal. In one case, a four week-old infant died of a Salmonella infection that was traced to a pet turtle in the home. In another case, two teenage girls became very ill after they swam in an unchlorinated family pool where pet turtles had been allowed to swim. Read or watch the FDA information about this, FDA report on Potentially Fatal Salmonella Infections from Pet Turtles. Personally, I had trouble viewing the video. But even with that, the text information is still valuable. 

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FDA Video Reassures Consumers - Peanut Products

Updated May 24, 2016 - The original video link broke. I've replaced it with something that might still interest you.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) wants to be clear with consumers as to what is safe and what should be avoided when it comes to peanuts and peanut products. David W.K. Acheson, M.D., Associate Commissioner for Foods at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, talks about the current peanut butter recall and offers viewers a reassuring message about how to be careful with peanut products, in this FDA Responds to Peanut Butter Recall (video):

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CDC Talks About Salmonella Contaminated Peanut Butter ( free podcast in Eng Span)

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• Salmonella Serotype Typhimurium Outbreak in Peanut Butter and Peanut Butter-Containing Products (free podcast)
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FDA Warning - Do Not Eat Anything With Peanut Butter!

Updated July 2, 2024

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Worried consumers toss peanut butter products - NBC News

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OK, it's finally come to this. The Salmonella contaminated peanut butter could be just about anywhere. And since we don't know exactly where, the FDA is warning us to avoid anything containing peanut butter, People urged to avoid peanut butter products (MSNBC News video). I have to ask myself, has this country always had salmonella contamination problems, or is the way we're handling food contributing to it? Do you know, or have an opinion? For the latest FDA information on this peanut butter outbreak: FDA: Salmonella Typhimurium Outbreak 

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3rd Hand Tobacco Smoke - A Danger To Your Loved Ones

Tobacco smoke contamination lingers even after a cigarette is extinguished – a phenomenon defined as "third-hand" smoke, reports this Science Daily article, Third-hand Smoke: Another Reason To Quit Smoking. It's important to pay attention to this because 3rd hand smoke contains a toxic brew of gases and particles clinging to smokers’ hair and clothing, not to mention cushions and carpeting, that lingers long after smoke has cleared from a room. The residue includes heavy metals, carcinogens and even radioactive materials that young children can get on their hands and ingest, especially if they’re crawling or playing on the floor.

I'm wondering if we'll see any more legislative momentum to put cigarettes and tobacco under the purview of the FDA in 2009. What do you think?

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Eccch - Read This Before Touching That Grocery Cart

Ever wonder what's on that grocery store cart? . . . how about zillions of bacteria! Read this scary article by KSWO, and see why you should care, "Special Report: "Clean Those Carts"." Some take-home messages . . .

1. Think about the health of your children
2. Wipe the cart down with sanitary wipes
3. Wash your hands ASAP

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Pet Food Sickened People - Did they eat it? . . .

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When I saw this headline for the first time, my imagination ran wild and I wondered if people got sick eating the pet food. It turns out it's more about bacterial contamination, as reported by this MSNBC news article, "Pet food sickened at least 79 people, CDC says Kibble tainted with rare salmonella may still be in homes, agency warns." In a nutshell, the contaminated pet food can make people sick if they handle the pet food, especially the very young and very old, and it causes bloody diarrhea. For this reason, the CDC is telling us to be aware that all dry pet food, pet treats, and pet supplements might be contaminated with bacteria like Salmonella, and that precautions should be taken with all brands of dry pet food, treats, and supplements.

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FDA Struggles To Keep Products From Foreign Sources Safe

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This is required reading for consumers, and for professionals working in the GXP regulated industries (obtaining supplies, food, drugs, etc. from foreign suppliers). Gardiner Harris, a correspondent in The New York Times’s Washington bureau, writes about the very dangers and risk that are lurking out there in this NY Times news article, "The Safety Gap." The article is extremely well written and is full of anecdotes, statistics, and critical analysis that will make you think twice about the food and drugs that all of us are personally using. Here's what made me cringe . . .

1. It worries me that contributors to the story wanted to remain anonymous. It seems to me that perhaps the problem is much bigger than folks are willing to admit.
2. I'm guessing that the contaminated heparin from China incident is probably just the tip of a massive iceberg.
3. No surprise, the FDA is underfunded, understaffed, and ill-equipped to deal with the pent-up demand for foreign plant inspections.
4. It appears there is a danger that foreign plants are less committed to quality standards, and in some cases demonstrate a lack of ethical behavior.
5. I could go on, but it's much The Safety Gapfor you to read the news article.

Let the buyers beware (that means us as consumers, and companies partnering with foreign plants). 

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Wine - For Enjoyment Or Metal Ion Poisoning?!

Updated March 7, 2022

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Heavy Metals Found in Wine - Red, White Wines Carry Dangerous Doses of Toxic Metals - WebMD

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I love my wine, but I hate it when reports like these come out. This news article posted on Ivanhoe's Medical Breakthroughs, tells us to worry about the metal ion content of wines, "Wines Found Contaminated With Metals." From where I sit, there doesn't appear to be much I can personally do until producers label the metal ion content on the bottle. Until then, I think I'll keep drinking wine the way I do now. Bottoms up! Sante' 

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Health Dangers In Flood Waters - Health Tips

With all the hurricanes and inclement weather around us, we've got some flooding going on. If you find yourself in flood waters, here are some very important health tips to follow, and health issues to consider . . .

1. Flood waters can contain fecal material from overflowing sewage systems as well as other contaminants from a variety of sources.
2. There is a risk of disease from eating or drinking anything contaminated by flood water.
3. If you have open cuts or sores that will be exposed to flood water, keep them as clean as possible by washing well with soap to control infection. If a wound develops redness, swelling or drainage, promptly seek medical attention.
4. Fish or seafood caught from these waters should be thoroughly cooked prior to eating. After handling fish and seafood, be sure to thoroughly wash your hands with soap and clean water.

Source: Public Reminded To Use Caution In Flood Waters

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Tomatoes - Yes! Jalapenos, Serranos - uhh, no. (video)

Yay! This latest CBS News Video, "FDA Lifts Tomato Warning," says it's safe to eat tomatoes, and it's still time to be cautious about Jalapeno and Serrano peppers (because of the Salmonella scare). 

 

Well, I'm ready to start eating my tomatoes in salads, on hamburgers, and with pasta. But you know what? I'm still going to be a little leery and sheepish about fresh jalapeno and serrano peppers. And definitely I'll be cautious about salsas. Here's to good summer eating! 

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The Health, Drug, Prescription, and GMP Supersite: Food Scare - Was Tomatoes, 

Might Be Jalapeños and More#links 

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Food Scare - Was Tomatoes, Might Be Jalapeños and More

 

In the latest update to the Salmonella tomato story, the blame is starting to shift to other food items that are commonly eaten with tomatoes. It's an interesting twist as tomatoes are no longer seen as the prime suspect for Salmonella. The latest culprits now include jalapeño peppers, cilantro, Serrano peppers, and salsas. The FDA and CDC teams continue their investigation to find the source of Salmonella. For more background, read the previous post: FDA Announces Progress in Its Protection Plan. As for me, no more tomatoes, peppers, cilantro, or salsa for now. I'm hoping the investigative teams discover the root cause, and identify the food handling deviations leading to the Salmonella contamination. 

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FDA Unveils Food Protection Plan

In the FDA's news release two days ago, they report progress in helping to keep Americans enjoying one of the safest food supplies in the world. The FDA lists their accomplishments to date, in the areas of prevention, intervention, and response. I imagine this update was released given the fact that many of us keep asking ourselves whether it's safe to eat tomatoes. As a personal health and safety issue, though I've not stopped eating tomatoes, I worry about when I might run into and eat a Salmonella tainted tomato and get sick.

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