| You can read the complete, 2005-version of the code in PDF format at: http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/foodcode.html |
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In addition, the U.S. Congress recently passed the Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act of 2004 (FALCPA), which requires food manufacturers to include typical allergens (e.g., milk, peanuts, wheat) in the ingredients lists on their food labels. The purpose of FALCPA is to ensure that individuals who are allergic to certain foods can avoid consumption of those foods by carefully reading food labels and choosing products that do not contain the offending ingredients.
It is important to remember that to ensure food safety, food growers, manufacturers AND consumers need to do their part. For more information on what everyone can do to improve food safety, visit the following FoodPoisoning.com pages: |
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| If you or a family member has suffered from food poisoning, and you have a question about your legal rights, you can request a free case evaluation from our firm by clicking on free case evaluation. You may also contact us toll free at 1-877-934-6274. |
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| The information contained on this page has been gathered from the websites of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Food and Drug Administration and other sources in the public domain. |
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| With approximately
63 cases of E. coli O157:H7 reported in six states since
the outbreak linked to Taco Bell was first uncovered in
South Plainfield, New Jersey, Central New Jersey attorney,
Eric H. Weinberg noted the importance, for consumers,
of keeping abreast of food poisoning news… |
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| At least 25 cases
of E. coli infection have been identified in NJ with links
to several Taco Bell restaurants in the central portion
of the state. In addition, over a dozen cases have been
reported on Long Island in NY… |
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| After testing
525 fresh whole broilers, Consumer Reports found that
only 17% were not contaminated with Salmonella or Campylobacter,
bacteria that can cause food poisoning… |
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