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The toxic chemical that was found recently in imported dog food has cause the Bush administration to press Chinese officials to bolster the safety of food exports.
Avoid food borne illness and disease with15 tips for food safety this summer season.
China executed the former head of the national food safety organization just two months after his trial began. International human rights organizations continue to put pressure on the Chinese government to improve the fairness and accuracy of their judicial system.
The first step to drug safety is for one to be active in individual health care and have open communication with health care providers.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced a program that aims to increase the efficacy and efficiency of state programs that oversee facilities that manufacture, process, pack, or hold food under FDA's jurisdiction.
This short piece highlights a few problems in our current food safety system and plugs a new piece of legislature aimed at improving our safety as consumers.
In a recent study commissioned by National Pasteurized Eggs and conducted by TNS (a leader in market research), 2,500 Americans are as concerned or even more concerned about food safety this year with regards to food-borne illnesses.
Earlier this year, China executed its former head of its national Food and Drug Administration, who had served in that capacity for seven years. He was convicted of taking bribes.
Simple tips to keep food safe and prevent foodborne illnesses like salmonella, listeria and staphylococococcus.
With the horrific news in recent weeks regarding pet food in North American, more worrying information about the scandal has come out today.
As a former shelter counselor and a mother of three, I find that it is necessary to teach children safety methods through creative ideas to ensure that they "really" get the message.
The natural and organic food industry is currently experiencing an annual 10 percent growth. Two of the fastest growing areas are in children's and pet's health food products....
The interrelationship between health, safety, and nutrition regarding children is very important. Understanding certain guidelines, and potential hazardous conditions can help prevent physical and emotional incidents.
Zheng Xiaoyu, director of China's State Food and Drug Administration from 1998 to 2005, was sentenced to death for taking bribes totaling $832,000 in cash and gifts in exchange for approving unsafe medicines, according to a report by USA Today.
Elderly safety can be insured by taking some simple steps.
Food safety begins at the grocery store as we load up our carts with food for our family. Learn the right way to shop to avoid the possibility of food poisoning caused by improper food handling.
China food and health issue come to forefront around the world.
There is more going on in China to prepare for the 2008 Olympics than just getting the venues ready. Chinese officials are working in order to get their food safety measures in shape.
Big celebrations such as Easter are often a breeding ground for food contamination. Food safety is often overlooked when preparing holiday meals. Follow these tips to keep your guests safe this Easter.
Your guide to the Naperville Rib Fest, and summer food safety tips for any 4th of July event.
I never thought I'd ever know so much about Butterball Turkey.
China finally listens to world about their terrible health and food safety record.
We all think about one thing during the holidays; food. The delicious roast turkey; the creamy gravy; the stuffing; oh my! What we should also be thinking about is Thanksgiving food safety.
Food safety tips should be taught early, to even the youngest of cooks, including pre-teens and teens. By teaching food safety tips early on your young cooks can enjoy food they prepared themselves, without worry of getting sick.
Food borne illness is a concern for many people. Most illnesses can be avoided by following simple food safety rules. Try these tips to keep yourself and your family safe and well.
When the news continually reports of problems with food safety, soon these stories will become commonplace and the behavior will become acceptable.
Using the proper steps to food safety, consumers may not protect themselves against all forms of contamination, but they can lower the risk of getting sick.
In a vote almost as close to unanimous as you can possibly get, 403-16, the House of Representatives passed a bill designed to improve drug safety
The Super Bowl is the ultimate day for sports fan and marathon eaters. When people think about safety and the Super Bowl, they focus mostly on drinking safety, and not food safety. Follow these basic tips to keep your food safe for eating during the big game.
If you attend church potlucks and picnics often, as we have over the years, you may wonder if everyone else pays the same careful attention to food safety as you do in your kitchen.
Tips for food safety during the summer months.
With summertime and summer holidays right around the corner, many of us will be having outdoor parties and barbeque's, so knowing the proper ways to handle food outside will benefit everyone and ensure no one leaves your party feeling sick.
This is an article containing facts that pertain to food poisoning and ways to prevent food borne illnesses
Children can learn good food habits by watching how you handle foods. There are a few simple rules all children can learn rather quickly that will help keep them healthy.
Why our food supply is getting less safe, and what we can do about it.
Soon we will all be able to quickly and easily check to see if our food is safe to eat.
Food contamination outbreaks are increasing despite "government protection" restrictions. Consumers who educate themselves are losing their right to feed themselves as they wish because of restrictions without realizing it.
Tips for preparing and serving food safely at outdoor meals.
Organic baby food is one of today's ways that good mother's care for their children. This article provides safety information, the name of a current organic baby food being recalled, tips and examples of good organic baby food producers.
The administration should take the existing 12+ federal agencies that have authority of the food supply, streamline them and make them into one agency, thereby eliminating any conflict in administration and laws.
When planning an outdoor event that involves food, many people are unaware of the proper safety and sanitation each individual food item requires. Below are a few ideas designed to help make your picnic, party, or other outdoor event safe and enjoyable.
Pennsylvania is working harder than ever to protect the health and safety of those dining in the state. Now you can read up on how restaurants are doing when it comes to health inspections!
How do you select a turkey, defrost a turkey, and cook a turkey safely? Follow these basic guidelines will help you prepare safe holiday meal.
Harvard Medical School Publication lists their Top 10 Medical Picks for 2007.
New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services are urging residents to take proper precautions when handling foods that may spread diseases.
Some foods that younger people find useful or at least not particularly harmful may be bad for seniors. Certain raw foods, for example, are risky because they can have a lot of germs in them
Learn why this Act is vital to public health and animal welfare.
Don't let the summer heat ruin your chance to eat!
Subcommittee proposal states local regulations can't supercede those OK'd by the Secretary of Agriculture
Approximately 80% of the seafood bought in the U.S. is imported. Because it is exported to the U.S. in such great volume it can be sold at inexpensive prices that drive the public away from local U.S. sources and drive their price up even more.