What is E. Coli?

What is E. Coli? E. Coli is a group of bacteria that live in intestines of animals including humans. Most strains of Escherichia coli are harmless and they are actually a sign of a healthy digestive tract. Some strains can Read More …

What is gastroenteritis?

Gastroenteritis Definition Gastroenteritis is an infectious disease that can be caused by a range of bacteria, viruses and other pathogens. The stomach and small intestine become inflamed and infected  Many people refer to this foodborne illness a the stomach flu Read More …

Staph Infections and Foodborne Illness

What is Staphylococcus aureus? Staphylococcal food poisoning is caused by the bacterium Staphylococcus aureus or “Staph”. Staphylococcal food poisoning should not be confused with Staph Infections or Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) although they are all caused by the same family Read More …

What is Listeria?

What is listeria? Listeria Monocytogenes is a bacterium that can cause a foodborne illness called listeriosis. The primary groups of people who are affected by listeria are high risk populations including the elderly, pregnant women, young children, and people with Read More …

Food Poisoning

Definition of Food Poisoning Foodborne illness occurs when people become sick due to contaminants found in food that is consumed. Other official names include foodborne disease or foodborne infection. More specifically, gastroenteritis refers to infectious diarrhea. Common names for foodborne Read More …

Dallas County Food Handlers

Anyone whose job covers handling food, beverages or utensils are required to obtain a food handler’s card. While a food handler’s card in Texas allows you to work in any county, you are advised to check with the country health department Read More …

Harris County Food Handlers

Anyone whose job covers handling food, beverages or utensils are required to obtain a food handler’s card. While a food handler’s card in Texas allows you to work in any county, you are advised to check with the country health department Read More …

Bexar County Food Handlers

Anyone whose job covers handling food, beverages or utensils are required to obtain a food handler’s card. While a food handler’s card in Texas allows you to work in any county, you are advised to check with the country health department Read More …

Tarrant County Food Handlers

Anyone whose job covers handling food, beverages or utensils are required to obtain a food handler’s card. While a food handler’s card in Texas allows you to work in any county, you are advised to check with the country health department Read More …

Pima County Food Handlers

Anyone whose job covers handling food, beverages or utensils are required to obtain a food handler’s card. While a food handler’s card in Arizona allows you to work in any county, you are advised to check with the country health department Read More …