Seafood Safety

health-and-safety

Vibrio vulnificus is a bacterium found in warm coastal waters, including many areas of Florida, particularly during the hotter months. People can be exposed through open wounds...

food-safety

Vibrio vulnificus is a bacterium naturally present in warm coastal waters worldwide. It is not an contaminant introduced by farming or handling; rather, it colonizes shellfish s...

food-safety

Yes, raw oysters can kill you in rare but serious cases, primarily when Vibrio bacteria or viruses contaminate them and are consumed alive and raw. The vast majority of people w...

Environment & Ecology

Vibrio bacteria in Florida are naturally present in warm coastal and estuarine waters, with certain species capable of causing human illness through wound exposure or consumptio...

consumer guidance

If you bought shrimp at Sam's Club, knowing how to check for recalls, verify lot codes, and respond safely can protect your health and streamline returns or refunds. This evergr...

food-safety

Shrimp recalls issued by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) typically address risks such as mislabeled allergens, potential contamination with pathogens like Salmonella...

food-safety

This article explains the shrimp recall linked to cesium-137, a radiological contaminant, and why it matters for food safety. In a small number of countries, authorities traced...