Food Safety News

Food Safety News is a news source that focuses on reporting food safety issues, including outbreaks, recalls, and regulatory changes. The site provides in-depth reports and opinion pieces written by food safety leaders from every sector of the industry. The articles are timely and relevant to food industry leaders, government agency personnel, and consumers who care about the safety of their food supply.

91%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermines the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
Analysis.OverallConflictOfInterestScore * 0.3F + Analysis.OverallBiasScore * 0.3F + Analysis.DeceptivenessScore * 0.3F + Analysis.ReadabilityScore * 0.1F

A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

The Daily's Verdict

This news site is known for its high journalistic standards. It strives to maintain neutrality and transparency in its reporting, and avoids conflicts of interest. It has a reputation for accuracy and rarely gets contradicted on major discrepancies in its reporting.

Bias

100%

Examples:

  • The articles provided by Food Safety News appear to be unbiased and provide accurate information.

Conflicts of Interest

90%

Examples:

  • There were no direct conflicts of interest found in the articles provided.

Contradictions

88%

Examples:

  • There were contradictions found in articles regarding the number of human bird flu cases, the spread of bird flu to humans, and the connection between raw milk and H5N1 virus.

Deceptions

82%

Examples:

  • Some articles contained deceptive practices such as not mentioning previous incidents involving Raw Farm products and using color cartoons to spread messages.

Recent Articles

  • One Death, 13 Cases: Montana E. coli Outbreak Traced to Contaminated Ground Beef at Five Restaurants

    One Death, 13 Cases: Montana E. coli Outbreak Traced to Contaminated Ground Beef at Five Restaurants

    Broke On: Sunday, 14 July 2024 An E. coli outbreak in Montana linked to ground beef from a specific lot has resulted in one death and at least 13 illnesses. The affected restaurants have removed the contaminated product, and public health officials urge anyone who consumed undercooked burgers between July 1 and July 14 to seek medical attention if experiencing symptoms. E. coli infections can be prevented by properly cooking ground beef and practicing good hygiene.
  • Five Human Cases of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (H5N1) Reported in Colorado: CDC Sends Team to Investigate

    Five Human Cases of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (H5N1) Reported in Colorado: CDC Sends Team to Investigate

    Broke On: Tuesday, 16 July 2024 Five human cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza (H5N1) have been confirmed in Colorado, primarily among farm workers involved in depopulating poultry. The CDC advises people to avoid unprotected exposures to animal waste and materials contaminated by infected birds or animals. Human cases, which have been rare but deadly since 2003, are believed to have originated from infected cattle at a Colorado poultry farm.
  • Fourth Human in US Tests Positive for Bird Flu: CDC Recommends Precautions for Dairy Workers

    Fourth Human in US Tests Positive for Bird Flu: CDC Recommends Precautions for Dairy Workers

    Broke On: Thursday, 04 July 2024 A dairy worker in Colorado is the latest human to test positive for bird flu (H5N1), bringing the total number of confirmed cases in the US to four this year. The man, who had direct contact with infected cattle, reported mild symptoms and recovered. Over 97 million poultry have been killed due to the avian flu outbreak that began in early 2022. The CDC recommends protective equipment for those in contact with dairy cattle and is considering deploying bird flu vaccine for farm workers.
  • Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Bearded Dragons: At Least 15 People Infected in Nine States

    Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Bearded Dragons: At Least 15 People Infected in Nine States

    Broke On: Friday, 14 June 2024 An ongoing Salmonella outbreak linked to bearded dragons has infected at least 15 people across nine states, with four requiring hospitalization. The CDC advises avoiding contact between preschoolers and these pets due to the risk of illness from their droppings. Symptoms include diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps. Wash hands thoroughly after handling bearded dragons or their habitats.
  • Salmonella Outbreak Prompts Recall of Cucumbers in 13 States: Symptoms, Impacted Brands, and What to Do

    Salmonella Outbreak Prompts Recall of Cucumbers in 13 States: Symptoms, Impacted Brands, and What to Do

    Broke On: Friday, 17 May 2024 Fresh Start Produce recalls cucumbers shipped between May 17-21 after a sample tests positive for Salmonella Africana, affecting 13 states; at least 141 people sickened in ongoing Salmonella outbreak investigation.
  • Two Dairy Workers in US Diagnosed with Bird Flu: CDC Urges Vigilance Among Farmworkers

    Two Dairy Workers in US Diagnosed with Bird Flu: CDC Urges Vigilance Among Farmworkers

    Broke On: Wednesday, 22 May 2024 Two dairy workers in Michigan and Texas have recovered from bird flu after coming into contact with infected cows, marking the third human case in the US since February 2022. The public health risk remains low as bird flu, or avian influenza A(H5N1), continues to spread among various animal species worldwide.
  • Bird Flu Outbreaks in Dairy Cattle: A Complex Response Involving Federal, State, and Local Authorities

    Bird Flu Outbreaks in Dairy Cattle: A Complex Response Involving Federal, State, and Local Authorities

    Broke On: Thursday, 02 May 2024 Bird flu outbreaks affecting dairy cattle in the US prompt concerns over CDC's involvement and its impact on local containment efforts. The CDC leads federal response, but state agriculture officials and the dairy industry worry about potential federal interventions disrupting operations and hindering local responses. High viral loads found in milk of sick cows indicate bird flu transmission between them through milk, while avian influenza spreads in wild animals, posing potential health threats.
  • New WHO Definition: Airborne Pathogens Include Covid-19, Influenza, and Measles - Bird Flu Concerns and Transparent Information Debate

    New WHO Definition: Airborne Pathogens Include Covid-19, Influenza, and Measles - Bird Flu Concerns and Transparent Information Debate

    Broke On: Thursday, 18 April 2024 The World Health Organization (WHO) has expanded its definition of airborne pathogens to include respiratory droplets that spread through the air and land on a person, regardless of size. This update aims to clarify transmission methods for diseases like Covid-19, influenza, and measles. Concurrently, concerns rise over the spread of bird flu (H5N1) to humans and dairy cow herds in the US. WHO expresses 'great concern' over human cases and urges increased testing and sharing of viral sequences from both USDA and CDC, while critics call for more transparency. The risk to humans remains low.
  • H5N1 Bird Flu Virus Detected in Raw Milk: WHO Urges Safe Food Practices and Increased Monitoring

    H5N1 Bird Flu Virus Detected in Raw Milk: WHO Urges Safe Food Practices and Increased Monitoring

    Broke On: Thursday, 18 April 2024 The H5N1 bird flu virus, which has infected birds and mammals since 1996 and caused over 800 human deaths worldwide, was recently detected in raw milk from infected animals. This development raises concerns about potential transmission to humans through contaminated milk. The WHO urges consumption of pasteurized milk and products to prevent infection, but the length of time H5N1 survives in raw milk is unclear. Scientists call for more information as countries assess risks to their herds and populations.
  • H5N1 Avian Flu Outbreak Expands in US: Two Human Cases Reported, Raw Milk Warning Issued

    H5N1 Avian Flu Outbreak Expands in US: Two Human Cases Reported, Raw Milk Warning Issued

    Broke On: Thursday, 18 April 2024 The USDA and CDC report on the ongoing H5N1 avian flu outbreak, with cases in dairy cattle leading to human infection. The USDA is developing a vaccine for cows, while wild birds remain the original source. Raw milk consumption is warned against due to potential contamination risks as the virus expands and affects over two dozen farms across eight states.