Food Safety Hazards Aren’t Always Straightforward
The changing climate has had impacts on the food industry in numerous ways. While the impacts of severe weather on crops are well-known, there are
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The Facts about Aspartame
With last week’s release of a publication from the World Health Organization (WHO) assessing the health impacts of the non-sugar sweetener aspartame, news and social
How Safe is Legal Marijuana, Really?
State investigators have uncovered numerous instances of marijuana product adulteration by businesses attempting to manipulate contaminant testing. (Colorado MED) One of the fundamental incentives for
Statistics Show Pandemic “finally over”
While TAG’s recent article discussed the continuing transmission of COVID, particularly from travel during the busy summer season, the U.S. has reached a milestone against
Is “May Contain” a Trigger for Inspections and Audits?
A “May Contain” advisory statement on the label of a food product can be a valuable warning to consumers of the potential of an unintentional,
Health Canada Regulatory Targets Modernization and CFIA Food Waste
With regulatory modernization and food waste reduction being two key priorities of the Government of Canada, Health Canada and CFIA have announced initiatives to address
Pertussis Cases Whoop to Worst Outbreak in Decades
Pertussis Cases Whoop to Worst Outbreak in Decades As noted in this week’s public health news from TAG, reported cases of pertussis (whooping cough) have
Tools to Aid the Trek to Food Traceability
Tools to Aid the Trek to Food Traceability As the compliance date for the FSMA Traceability Rule continues to draw ever closer, food establishments are
Rare Steaks & Burgers
I love rare to medium-rare steaks and burgers, but restaurants often won’t serve them that way – especially burgers. Why can’t I get my food
Infectious Diseases Thrive through Travel
In last week’s public health article, we discussed the fact that measles were increasing due, in part, to international travel. Following up on a similar
