Food recalls happen more often than you might think, with serious risks to health if missed. In this video, I’ll break down what food recalls mean, the types of contamination that lead to recalls, and the top food-borne illnesses like Salmonella, Listeria, and E. coli. Learn how to stay informed, prevent food-borne illness, and protect your family. Don’t ignore food recalls—watch now to understand the essentials of food safety, FDA recall classes, and recent high-risk outbreaks. Subscribe for crucial food safety tips! Here are reliable sources where you can find up-to-date information on food recalls: 1. U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) • Website: FDA Recalls • The FDA handles recalls for most foods, beverages, and dietary supplements. Their recall page includes detailed information, recall dates, reasons, affected states, and product lot numbers. 2. U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) - Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) • Website: FSIS Recalls & Public Health Alerts • The FSIS manages recalls specifically related to meat, poultry, and processed egg products. They post recall notices and offer a sign-up for recall alerts. 3. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) • Website: CDC Food Safety Recalls and Alerts • The CDC provides outbreak updates and food safety alerts, especially for recalls linked to illness outbreaks. Their site often includes data on cases, hospitalizations, and preventative measures. 4. FoodSafety.gov • Website: FoodSafety.gov Recalls and Alerts • This website consolidates food recall information from both the FDA and USDA, making it easy to find comprehensive recall data in one place. 5. Local Health Departments • Many state and local health departments publish recall and food safety information. They may have more immediate updates for recalls specific to their regions. 6. Recall Alerts by Email or SMS • FDA & USDA Email Alerts: Both the FDA and USDA allow you to subscribe to email alerts for recalls. • Food Safety Mobile Apps: Apps like “FoodKeeper” (by USDA) provide recall notifications and food safety guidance. Thanks to these Pixaby creators: Pregnant lady image by Marncom Elderly Image by Sabine van Erp Children Image by Pexels Patient Image by Parentingupstream