Sue Jones

Microbiological contamination in fruit from Ukraine for export to Europe might not be detected, according to findings from an audit. A DG Sante assessment in Ukraine in June 2021 focused on viruses and bacteria in fresh and frozen soft berries like raspberries and blueberries. DG Sante is the European Commission’s unit for food safety and…

Since its most recent update on Oct. 18, the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has added more than 100 people to its patient count in a Salmonella outbreak linked to onions from Mexico. There are now 808 confirmed patients in the outbreak, 156 more than the previous report from the CDC.  In addition…

A 65-year-old woman who suffered severe injuries in Toronto’s deadly van attack on April 23, 2018, has died after spending more than three years in hospital, police say.An 11th person has died as a result of the Toronto van attack, which occurred on April 23, 2018. Amaresh Tesfamariam, who died in hospital on Oct. 28,…

There’s a glimmer of hope for Canadians lobbying U.S. politicians to drop an idea they fear could devastate Canada’s auto industry, and it comes from West Virginia. Both of the state’s senators, a Democrat and a Republican, have suggested a controversial tax-credit plan in a key American budget bill could be amended or killed.U.S. Sen. Joe Manchin…

When Bruce Moncur thinks about the actions of Pte. Jess Larochelle on Oct. 14, 2006, in the Panjwaii district of Afghanistan, he describes them as “superhuman.”Private Jess Larochelle was awarded the Star of Military Valour, for his 2006 actions in Afghanistan. Now, a group of soldiers have written the governor general asking for a review…

The Canadian Federation of Agriculture is seeking financial support for its Hay West initiative, which aims to ship donated hay from Maritime farmers to drought-affected Prairie provinces.Last summer’s devastating drought has left many Prairie farmers without enough feed for their livestock heading into the winter. (Richard Agecoutay/CBC News)The consequences of last summer’s searing drought are…

Hard-core dog parents are often just as loyal as the pups they adore. That’s why finding gifts for dog lovers that will truly hit can be tricky: In addition to basic daily needs—like food, water, attention, and walks—the most spoiled pups enjoy a bounty of the best toys, dog beds, and accessories, so the pressure…

Even though experts say it’s still a bit of a mystery, there are certain risk factors that may increase your chances of getting hidradenitis suppurativa, like your genetics. In fact, one in three people with H.S. has other family members with the condition. Researchers have identified a few gene mutations linked to hidradenitis suppurativa, including…

So I kept on the path I knew, which in a society that values achievement and productivity, was concerningly easy. I worked more hours than a brain should and resented the fact that sleep was a necessary part of the human experience. I tried various potential fixes—yoga, journaling, long walks—but you can’t keep a plant…

Halloween has a different look in many communities this year. Outdoor Halloween parties, car trunk trick-or-treating events and more masks than ever are in the mix. With all these changes, it doesn’t hurt to brush up on some important food safety basics for Halloween festivities. Institute of Food Technologists member expert and Cornell Professor Emeritus…