New Mexico health officials warn against raw dairy after a newborn died from a Listeria infection. Investigators believe unpasteurized milk consumed during pregnancy was the likely source. Raw milk can carry dangerous bacteria. nmhealth.org/news/awareness…

Norovirus outbreak hits the 2026 Olympic women’s hockey tournament in Italy. 13 players from Team Finland fell ill or were quarantined, forcing the postponement of their opening game vs Canada to prevent further spread. eu.usatoday.com/story/sports/n…

Boar’s Head has reopened its Jarratt, Virginia deli meat plant after a deadly Listeria outbreak linked to liverwurst sickened 61 people across 19 states and killed 10. Reopening follows major sanitation upgrades and stricter Listeria controls. foodengineeringmag.com/articles/10351…

Health authorities in Europe are investigating illnesses in infants after cereulide, a toxin from Bacillus cereus, was detected in infant nutrition products. The findings prompted recalls across multiple European countries and globally. efsa.europa.eu/en/news/precau…

Though only a small share of Americans drink raw milk, a U.S. peer-reviewed analysis found it was linked to ~22× more outbreaks than pasteurized milk (1998–2018 data). Unpasteurized dairy remains a high-risk food. cambridge.org/core/journals/…

UK health officials warn of gastrointestinal infections linked to travel to Cape Verde. Since Oct 1, 112 Shigella cases and 43 Salmonella cases in the UK have been tied to travel there, mainly to Santa Maria and Boa Vista. gov.uk/government/new…

Norovirus cases in England just hit their highest level this winter: 1,000+ patients in hospital per day for the first time this season. NHS warns of a possible “second surge” as cases rise for a second week. nursinginpractice.com/clinical/vacci…

CDC: Infant botulism outbreak linked to ByHeart powdered formula is over. 28 confirmed and 20 probable cases were reported. No new cases since December 2025. Investigation into C. botulinum contamination continues. cdc.gov/botulism/outbr…

Michigan officials are still finding recalled ByHeart infant formula for sale in discount and salvage stores. The November 2025 recall was issued over an infant botulism outbreak investigated by the FDA and CDC. michigan.gov/mdard/about/me…

FDA study: Wildlife and cattle may help spread dangerous E. coli strains in California’s Central Coast produce region. Researchers found STEC in wildlife feces, livestock, water and sediment, showing how pathogens move in the environment before harvest. fda.gov/food/environme…

Norovirus activity is rising in Eau Claire County, Wisconsin. Health officials say wastewater testing and ER visits for nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea are increasing. Norovirus spreads easily, and hand sanitizer doesn’t kill it well. wqow.com/eye-on-eau-cla…

USDA FSIS: 7 multistate foodborne outbreaks investigated in 2025, causing ~250 illnesses and 140 hospitalizations across the U.S. Most were linked to Listeria or E. coli. 3 outbreaks resulted in recalls of meat, poultry, or egg products. fsis.usda.gov/sites/default/…

UK study: Over 80% of Campylobacter infections are linked to chicken, with most cases tied to food prepared at home. Researchers say cross-contamination in kitchens, not only undercooked meat, may be a key driver of illness. science.food.gov.uk/article/147190…

Food Safety Caucus members are urging FDA to force a recall of Raw Farm raw cheddar after a multistate E. coli outbreak sickened at least 7 people in California, Florida, and Texas, including young children. Raw Farm has refused a voluntary recall. delauro.house.gov/media-center/p…

FDA CORE 2024 report: 72 foodborne illness incidents evaluated, 26 escalated to response, and 10 public advisories issued in the U.S. Produce, especially leafy greens, while dairy, eggs, and nuts were also linked to illnesses. fda.gov/food/outbreaks…

PIRG: Delays, missing alerts, and limited transparency in the U.S. food safety system may leave consumers at risk. In 2025, 17 of 28 foodborne outbreak investigations had no recall announced, leaving potentially contaminated products in circulation. pirg.org/edfund/resourc…

Norovirus levels remain high across the U.S., according to wastewater data, a major red flag for food safety. As the leading cause of foodborne illness, widespread circulation raises the risk of outbreaks from contaminated food and infected handlers. newsweek.com/water-tests-sh…

Reports from Coachella Festival link multiple attendees to GI illness after eating pizza from a single vendor. Symptoms include nausea and vomiting, with some seeking medical care. No official outbreak has been confirmed yet nypost.com/2026/04/13/lif…

Madrid Open: Cluster of illness among players with nausea, vomiting, and fatigue reported within days. Suspected food poisoning from shared meals or a virus circulating on-site. No confirmed source yet, but timing points to a possible outbreak. nine.com.au/sport/tennis/m…

Wastewater and public health data point to rising Norovirus cases in Georgia and South Carolina, with spread via contaminated food, surfaces, and close contact. Hand sanitizer is less effective; proper handwashing and disinfection remain key. wjcl.com/article/norovi…