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Historians Reveal that Food Scares Plagued and Poisoned Festive Revellers Over a Century Ago
Following several major food scares over the past decade many of us are concerned that over indulgence in our favourite alcoholic tipple could be detrimental to our health or that food additives, colourings and preservatives may do more harm than good. However, researchers from the University of Glasgow reveal that festive feasters in the early... view more... (2004-12-17)
Disease-causing Escherichia coli: 'I will survive'
Strains of Escherichia coli bacteria that cause food poisoning have been shown to have marked differences in the numbers of genes they carry compared to laboratory strains of E. coli. view more (2009-09-09)
Queen's researchers provide solution to world's worst mass poisoning case
A solution to the world's worst case of ongoing mass poisoning, linked to rising cancer rates in Southern Asia, has been developed by researchers from Queen's University Belfast. view more (2008-08-29)
Dogs keep dying: Too many owners remain unaware of toxic dog food
Even though Diamond, Country Value and Professional brand dog foods have been recalled for containing highly toxic aflatoxins, they have caused at least 100 dog deaths in recent weeks, say Cornell University veterinarians, who are growing increasingly alarmed. view more (2006-01-09)
An Overview Of Food Safety
Cases involving food safety and specific dangers associated with food production sectors have caused worry amongst businesses and a change in their attitudes regarding Food Hygiene. This has pushed them to search for new tools for food guarantees with the aim of integrating Food Hygiene into company Management and current methodologies (ISO 9000,... view more... (2004-06-15)
High level of antibiotic resistance in bacteria that cause food poisoning
More than 40% of bacteria found in chicken on sale in Switzerland is resistant to at least one antibiotic, says research published this week in BMC Public Health. The findings could have implications for treating food poisoning. The bacteria, Campylobacter, causes between 5 and 14 percent of all diarrhoeal illness worldwide. The most common... view more... (2003-12-04)
Length of time to rid homes of lead hazards unacceptable, researchers say
The length of time it can take to rid homes of lead hazards is "unacceptable" according to researchers from Wake Forest University School of Medicine and colleagues in this month's American Journal of Public Health. view more (2007-02-06)
Study confirms ammunition as main source of lead poisoning in condors
Lead poisoning is a major factor limiting the success of efforts to rebuild populations of the endangered California condor. view more (2006-09-01)
Microscope to aid shell-fishing industry
Groundbreaking research by University of Plymouth experts into the detection of harmful species of algae has helped develop a unique microscope, which could dramatically decrease cases of poisoning from contaminated shellfish. The HAB (harmful algae blooms)-Buoy is an innovative project, funded by the European Union, involving Dr Phil Culverhouse,... view more... (2003-05-29)
Study finds homicidal poisoning rising, more likely in infants and elderly
Homicidal poisonings are rare but on the rise-and infants are the most common victims-according to a new University of Georgia study that aims to raise awareness of this often overlooked crime. view more (2009-05-08)
Starfish-shaped treatments for food poisoning
Embargoed until 19:00 GMT 9 February 2000 view more (2000-02-08)
A new vaccine against Enteritidis Salmonella
Javier Ochoa Rep'¡raz has developmed an acellular vaccine aginst Salmonella enteritidis. This involves a world pandemia considered to be the most importante zoonosis or illness/infection transmissible salmonellosis by animals to humans under natural conditions. It is estimated that the incidence of acute worldwide is more than a thousand million... view more... (2004-12-16)
UC Davis study finds high arsenic levels in herbal kelp supplements
A study of herbal kelp supplements led by UC Davis public health expert Marc Schenker concludes that its medicinal use may cause inadvertent arsenic poisoning and health dangers for consumers, especially when overused. Schenker and two researchers evaluated nine over-the-counter herbal kelp products and found higher than acceptable arsenic levels... view more... (2007-04-09)
Scientists discover toxin that causes gastro disease
Australian scientists have identified a highly potent toxin that causes severe gastrointestinal illnesses, including food poisoning. view more (2006-10-11)
Consumer hygiene fears keep food industry on its toes
A major outbreak of E.coli 0157 poisoning in which 500 people were affected and 20 people died, seems to have led to improvements in the management of food risks in the retail and catering industries in Scotland. view more (2006-08-30)
New Book: "Food in Society: Economy, Culture, Geography" by Ian Bowler and Peter Atkins
Contemporary ‘mad cow’ and foot and mouth diseases have instigated a reappraisal of how food is produced and consumed in the United Kingdom. Now a new and timely book, Food in Society: Economy, Culture, Geography, brings together a range of social science perspectives for such an appraisal, covering economic, cultural and geographical... view more... (2001-05-10)
Cause of mussel poisoning identified
The origin of the neurotoxin azaspiracid has finally been identified after a search for more than a decade. view more (2009-03-25)
IFST announces Co-operating Societies Agreement with SIFST
The Singapore Institute of Food Science & Technology (SIFST) and the Institute of Food Science & Technology (IFST) of the United Kingdom are the respective national professional bodies. Both recognise their international responsibilities in food science and technology and the important role of the International Union of Food Science &... view more... (2003-12-10)
IFST/CIFST Co-operating Societies Agreement
The Chinese Institute of Food Science & Technology (CIFST) and the Institute of Food Science & Technology (IFST) of the United Kingdom are the respective national professional bodies. Both recognise their international responsibilities in food science and technology and the important role of the International Union of Food Science &... view more... (2001-10-18)
IFST announces a Co-operating Societies Agreement with MIFT
Co-operating Societies Agreement view more (2005-05-18)
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