Study reflects on measures taken after major EU outbreaks
A review has described how the lessons from major foodborne outbreaks have helped improve Europe’s food safety system. The research covers significant outbreaks that occurred in the past decade and how...
View ArticleEU audits investigate Egypt and India’s aflatoxin problem
The European Commission’s health and safety unit has published findings from two assessments looking at controls on aflatoxins in nuts in Egypt and India. A DG Sante audit in Egypt in September 2022...
View ArticleScientists warn of higher E. coli risk associated with travel to Egypt
According to an analysis by Italian researchers, there is an elevated risk of contracting E. coli after traveling to Egypt. In 2023, there were several cases of bloody diarrhea with Shiga...
View ArticleTravel abroad linked to large share of infections in English region
International travel is a major risk factor for developing a range of infections, according to a study in a region of England. Scientists found illness after travel abroad contributes substantially to...
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