Foodborne Illness

Product Recalls 1 day ago

Apple juice recalled in 28 states due to toxic substance, FDA says

Martinelli's is recalling some four packs of its 10-ounce glass apple juice bottles due to potential patulin contamination, according to the FDA. Here's what to know.

Product Recalls 5 days ago

Public health alert issued for budget-friendly Mexican meal: 'Should be thrown away'

The FSIS recently issued a public health alert for Aldi's pork carnitas, warning that the 16-ounce packages may be contaminated with metal as of April 19.

Product Recalls April 19

Enoki mushroom packages recalled for possible listeria contamination

A brand of enoki mushrooms has been recalled because of possible listeria contamination. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration said the mushroom packages were distributed nationwide.

Food-Drink April 15

Poison fruit in 'White Lotus' comes from 'suicide tree': Is it real?

"The White Lotus" on HBO has brought attention to Cerbera odollam, a highly toxic tree native to Southeast Asia known as the "suicide tree." Its seeds contain cerberin, a potent cardiac toxin.

Product Recalls April 9

'Extra creamy' butter recalled due to stomach-churning bacterial contamination

A batch of Cabot Creamery butter, distributed by Agri-Mark, was recalled because of coliform bacteria, prompting concerns about potential fecal contamination.

Product Recalls April 9

Peanuts distributed in 2 states recalled after customer experiences allergic reaction: FDA

An Ohio nut company is recalling over 140 cases of its honey roasted peanuts because they might contain cashews, according to a notice from the FDA.

Product Recalls April 3

Fruit juice sold across 12 states is recalled for botulism concerns

A fruit juice sold to at-home winemakers and commercial wineries in 12 states has been recalled amid botulism concerns, according to the FDA. Botulism is a rare but serious illness.

Food February 15

Egg prices hit record high

Egg prices have hit a record high of $4.95 per dozen in the United States, about a month after analysts predicted that prices would continue to rise amid the bird flu outbreak.

Food-Drink February 12

Pizza left out on the counter: Is it safe to eat? Here's what to know

Fox News Digital spoke to a food safety expert to find out if it is safe to eat leftovers that have been sitting out at room temperature all night - or if they should just be thrown out.

Health January 15

Norovirus cases skyrocket across US, here's how to avoid the stomach bug

Norovirus, also known as the stomach bug, is spreading across the U.S. Here's what to know about the contagious virus and how best to prevent an infection.

Product Recalls January 10

Walmart recalls over 12,000 cartons of chicken broth in 9 states

More than 12,000 cartons of Walmart's Great Value brand chicken broth were recently recalled due to fears the packaging may have been compromised and the product spoiled.

Healthy Foods January 2

Is a cracked egg ever safe to eat? What you must know

Are cracked eggs safe to eat — or should this food item be tossed? Fox News Digital spoke to an egg expert for thoughts and guidance for consumers on the issue.

Restaurants December 5

Chi-Chi's Mexican restaurants to return after 20-year absence

Chi-Chi's Mexican restaurants are slated to make a comeback more than two decades after closing amid a hepatitis A outbreak. The son of its original founder will reopen the restaurant chain in 2025.

Food-Drink December 5

Why food safety experts stand behind the 'when in doubt, throw it out' strategy

With food prices inflated but Thanksgiving leftovers still sitting in the fridge, what should people do with this food? Food safety experts shared their insights on the issue.

Foodborne Illness November 23

Protect yourself against E. coli and know when to see a doctor

With yet another food recalled due to E. coli contamination, a New York doctor shared information about how people can best stay protected from the bacteria.

Health November 16

5 of the top sources of foodborne illness and how to prevent it

Amid the ongoing McDonald's E. coli investigation, Fox News Digital spoke with several food safety experts about the most prevalent foodborne illnesses and how to prevent them.

Colorado October 30

Colorado teen suffering from kidney failure after eating McDonald's quarter pounders, lawyer says

A Colorado teen suffered severe health issues after eating quarter pounders during an E. coli outbreak at McDonald's, her lawyer says.

Health October 24

E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald’s burgers: How to spot the symptoms

A widespread E. coli outbreak has been linked to a McDonald’s product, according to the CDC. Here's what to know about symptoms, treatment and prevention.

FOOD October 15

Pennsylvania family sickened after eating toxic mushrooms expected to recover

A family of 11 is expected to make a full recovery after they ate toxic mushrooms foraged from the forest, a fire department from Pennsylvania told Fox News Digital.

Food-Drink October 11

Undercooked bear meat at North Carolina barbecue leaves 10 sickened, says CDC report

A "rare parasitic disease" known as trichinellosis sickened 10 people, including a 10-year-old, who ate undercooked bear meat during a gathering in North Carolina, the CDC says.

Food Trends September 27

Why the viral trend 'fridgescaping' could be dangerous, health experts say

"Fridgescaping," the viral trend of decorating the inside of a fridge with pictures, plants and other items mingled among food, could be dangerous and spread bacteria. Here's why.

HEALTH July 23

From food poisoning to heat stroke, these are illnesses to look out for this summer and how they are treated

With heat rising in the summer, there are many illnesses that can be born out of the high temps, like food poisoning and heat stroke. Look into these and more you could contract.

HEALTH May 24

Undercooked bear meat to blame for infecting family with rare roundworm parasite: CDC

A family was infected with a rare parasite after eating undercooked black bear meat that was harvested in Canada, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said.

United Kingdom May 17

Water parasite in England sickens more than 45 people, residents told to boil tap water before drinking

In the in the Brixham area of Devon in the U.K., around 16,000 homes and businesses have been affected by a microscopic parasite that was found in their water.

New York March 5, 2024

New York cheesemaker pleads guilty in 2016 listeria outbreak case

Johannes Vulto, the former head of the Vulto Creamery facility in Walton, New York, has pleaded guilty to charges stemming from a deadly listeria outbreak.

Pennsylvania March 1, 2024

Pennsylvania court drops injunction against Amish farmer who suffered from police raid

A court in Pennsylvania dropped an injunction against an Amish farmer, who suffered a police raid last month, but blocked them from selling raw milk.

HEALTH January 22, 2024

Norovirus alert: FDA warns of contaminated raw oysters from Mexico

Raw oysters from certain parts of Mexico could be a source of norovirus, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has warned. Doctors weigh in on the risks.

Mexico December 15, 2023

Mexico's health department closes melon-packing plant linked to deadly salmonella outbreak

Mexico's Health Department temporarily closed a Sonora melon-packaging plant on Friday after it was implicated in a salmonella outbreak responsible for at least eight deaths.

HEALTH November 25, 2023

Salmonella outbreak linked to cantaloupes has killed 2, infected 99: This is a 'wake-up call'

A total of 99 illnesses have now been reported due to a salmonella outbreak linked to recalled cantaloupes, according to a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention alert.

HEALTH October 15, 2023

Drinking raw milk caused Campylobacter infectious outbreak in Utah: What to know about the illness

Fourteen people in Salt Lake County, Utah, recently developed campylobacteriosis, a bacterial infection; most drank raw milk. Here's what to know about the outbreak and how to prevent it.