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MIT Scientists Develop Food Sensor That Can Detect Spoiled or Contaminated Food

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MIT engineers have designed a food sensor , made from an array of silk microneedles, that can pierce through the plastic packaging of foods to sample for bacterial contamination and spoilage. Two kinds of specialized “bioinks” react to the bacterial presence and certain pH levels, which respectively detect contamination and spoilage.

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Worst Food Safety Scandals of 2023

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Salmonella Outbreak from Poultry — The US A widespread Salmonella outbreak linked to contaminated poultry affected thousands across multiple states this year. This persistent strain of Salmonella , also known as REPJFX01, not only led to significant illnesses but also prompted a massive recall and stricter regulations on poultry processing.

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10 of the Worst Food Safety Scandals in Recent History

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While food safety regulations and advances in technology have greatly reduced the incidence of such events, some of the worst food safety incidents continue to occur. The causes of these events varied, from contaminated food and water to zoonotic diseases and poor hygiene practices. coli O157:H7 bacteria.

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Fried Rice Syndrome: A Disturbing Reminder About the Dangers of Bacillus Cereus

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This syndrome refers to food poisoning caused by a bacterium called Bacillus cereus. cereus , a bacterium prevalent in the environment. Lastly, basic food hygiene practices, like washing hands before food prep and avoiding cross-contamination, are fundamental in avoiding fried rice syndrome and other food-related illnesses.

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Vitamin D Overdose Among Emerging Risks Identified by EFSA

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Discussion also revolved around STEA, a species of bacterium in the same family as E. Nations were encouraged to consult with national pediatricians to determine if there was a rising trend of vitamin D overdoses in infants.

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