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- How to Avoid Food Cross Contamination in the KitchenCross contamination is one of the worst mistakes in the kitchen. One simple mistake can cause a foodborne illness that can affect everyone who ate the food. Follow these simple steps to avoid this problem.
- After Fukushima: Monitoring Radioactive ContaminationJapanese citizens living near Fukushima are using dosimeters to monitor levels of radioactive cesium in their homes, gardens and local communities.
Why Crime Scenes in Prison Are Flawed Inside Arizona PrisonsArizona prisons have problems securing crime scenes inside prisons. Their training is insufficient and allows wrongful findings after their investigations are completed. Perhaps more training and better evidence handling is in order to preserve the truth- Evidence of Food Contamination Adds to Fukushima Daiichi DisasterThe Japanese Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare recently released a report about the radiation contamination of food in that country due to the disaster at the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear plant.
- Perchlorate Contamination of Drinking Water--Cause for Concern?The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency reversed a previous decision and will now monitor public water supplies for the chemical perchlorate, which affects the activity of thyroid hormones and could cause abnormal nervous system development in babies.
Movie Review: 'Contamination .7' (1990) is a Perfect 10 on the Stink-O-MeterA corporation looking to save a few bucks re-routes its radioactive waste shipments to a forest outside of a small town for dumping. Even after the company receives warnings...- Hygienic Design of Fish Processing PlantsThis article contains introduction, some general considerations and definitions, location and surrounding area, hygiene and the design of facilities, and the summary of the hygienic design of fish handling area
Lettuce Recalled Because of Suspected E. Coli ContaminationFreshway Foods is recalling lettuce in 23 states and the District of Columbia because of possible E. coli contamination.
World Water Day Underscores Water Contamination Crisis Closer to HomeWorld Water Day dates back to 1992. WWD 2010 carries the theme of 'Clean Water for a Healthy World.' Just how serious is the water contamination crisis around the world? Closer to home, are Americans facing a water crisis without even knowing it?- Contamination of Foods with Metals: Are Your Children at Risk?Could your children be at risk for foods contaminated with metals? Here's the story.
Peanut Corporation of America Knew of Salmonella Contamination, FDA SaysIf you've been following the high drama of the peanut butter cracker recall, you'll be amazed at the following.
Proper Food Handling: Avoid Cross Contamination of BacteriaTips on keeping your family safe from bacteria, cross contaminated by improper food handling.- Lead Contamination in ChocolateCareful examination of chocolate labels and manufacturing regulations reveal that if a toddler of 33lb consumed an average cup of hot cocoa that is of average lead concentration, he will have consumed 3% of the acceptable amount of lead for the week.
- How to Check for Contamination of Grocery Bagged Food ProductsGrocery bagged food items can become contaminated. Here's why and what to look for.
- Public Health Alert Process: How the CDC Manages SafetyUnder the direction of the Centers for Disease Control, the contamination of produce is controlled, to some extent, and then communication of risk is streamlined
Topps Meat Recall Expanded Due to E-Coli ContaminationTopps Meat has expanded it's recall of frozen hamburger patties to 21.7 million pounds due to possible E-Coli 0157:H7 contamination.- How Fecal Contamination in Daycares Can Cause a Number of Communicable IllnessesDaycare centers are a breeding ground for viruses and bacteria.
Second "Veggie" Snack Food May Have Salmonella ContaminationThe recent tests indicate that the contamination comes from the seasoning mix that was used- Food Contamination: No More 5 Second Rule!No longer will I feel guilty for picking up a piece of freshly dropped food from my kitchen floor and putting it back on a plate!
- Garage Land Swap ApprovedAt a standing room only meeting on September 15, most voted to approve a land swap despite Ad Hoc Committee chairman Robert Mulvihill's suggestions to wait until more information on possible environmental contamination is known.
- Shame on Hamden, Tainted Soil Still, Tainted StudentsThe tainted soil in the Newall are of Hamden is not over, and it is over 5 years later.
- Groundwater Contamination ReportGroundwater contamination is a huge problem in the United States that needs to be cleaned up. The causes are storage tanks that leak out their materials into the ground causing contamination and the effects are all the human efforts to stop these leaks.
- Perchlorate in California Drinking WaterPerchlorate has been known to be a widespread inorganic contaminant found in California drinking water since 1985, however perchlorate contamination of water sources nationwide was not recognized until 1997.
- Breaking and Entering Lake VostokCelebration and cheer ignites... and immediately quiets again. The Russians have reported they have broken through to Lake Vostok. They say they have a sample of the ancient lake. They also say they can't take it home until next research season.
- 'Green' Clean Your Bathrooms and Sinks and Help Fight the Battle Against Groundwater ContaminationEverything that is flushed down our toilets, washed down our sinks and drained out of our tubs eventually ends up in our groundwater. By using green friendly cleaning products, we can put a dent in groundwater contamination, however little it may be.
- TAKING on the GOVERNMENT - PART 1Former workers from the Iowa Army Ammunitions Plant in Middletown, Iowa, share their concerns about possible environmental exposures they could have been exposed to when they worked ammunitions production inside the 19,000 acre facility.
- Job Creation - the "Right's" Way?Everyone talks about jobs, jobs, jobs; but is the GOP proposed solution really the right way or just th "Right's" way?
Advantages of Canning Your Own Foodsafely canning your won food added to family security, decreases landfills, lowers the carbon footprint and by composting the waste can help rebuild the soil.- Farmingdale Residents Express Concerns Over Target Rock Superfund SiteFarmingdale residents expressed concerns regarding the No Further Action remedy proposal stemming from the Target Rock Corp. Superfund site.
- Tips for Overcoming GermaphobiaDo you or someone you know have germaphobia, which is the fear of germs? Are you unsure how you can help yourself or someone you know that has germaphobia?
- Work ExperienceI discuss work and the work place, my general problems in and with it.
Mother Earth and the Trials She Goes ThroughSomething that came from my mind and from the heart. With how we're treating this precious mother, and what we're doing to her.
From Bayer: Important Info for Betaseron Users Due to Recall of Triad's Alcohol Prep ProductsAll Triad alcohol prep products were recalled on 1/05/11. Bayer is instructing patients using Betaseron to immediately discontinue using the Triad alcohol prep pads included in the Betaseron packaging and dispose of those pads in the trash.- Vinegar Hill Contamination Investigation UnderwayThere is an ongoing investigation of MPG sites in the state. Find out what this means for the Vinegar Hill residents.
- Recalls for September 2, 2010Please check and make sure you don't have these products!
Illness Caused by ClostridiumClostridium is a bacterium that comprises the species perfringens, tetani, botualinum, and difficile. The clostridia can be deadly, comprising some of the worst diseases that the medical community encounters.- Circlehallow Revealed: Chapter 5A glipse into the entity in the attic.
- Bug Found in Packaged Salad4 Facts about packaged salads, and what to do if you come across contaminated food.
Fresh Spinach Recalled in Six States: Possible Listeria ContaminationResidents in New Jersey, Delaware, Pennsylvania, Maryland, North Carolina, and Virginia are being alerted to a recall of fresh spinach with four brand names.- Driscoll's "Finest Berries in the World" Organic Strawberries ReviewHave you ever heard of "Tracking Your Berries" to where they were grown? Driscoll's invites you to do so, and just how large is ubiquitous Driscoll's farming operations?
