Foodborne Illnesses Declared a National Disaster in South Africa
On Tuesday, 19 November 2024, foodborne illnesses were declared a national disaster. Published under the National Government Gazettes, No. 51624.
Illnesses, Diseases and Other Health Conditions
Helpful information dedicated to illnesses, diseases and other health conditions in relation to Public Health.
ASC Consultants – Newzroom Afrika Interview
Newzroom Afrika interviewed ASC Public Health and Food Safety Consultants to shed light on the importance of Food Safety in Spaza Shops when 5 children died after allegedly eating snacks.
What is Listeria and How Does it Affect Food Safety?
What is Listeria? Listeria monocytogenes (L. monocytogenes) is a bacterium that can cause a serious infection in humans called Listeriosis. Listeria monocytogenes is commonly found in soil and water and can contaminate food, particularly raw or undercooked meat, unpasteurized dairy products, and certain fruits and vegetables. The worst listeriosis outbreak …