Nestlé USA Announces Voluntary Recall of Limited Quantity of Edible Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Tubs from NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® Due to Potential Presence of Foreign Material
Arlington, VA- Nestlé USA is initiating a voluntary recall of a limited quantity of Edible Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough tubs from NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® due to the potential presence of soft plastic film. This voluntary recall is isolated to three batches of Edible Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough tubs from NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® that were produced August […]
Red Cross Offers Tips to Prepare for Freezing Weather
Kansas and Oklahoma- Well, it’s that time of season again! Freezing temperatures are forecasted across the Kansas and Oklahoma Region this weekend. The Red Cross encourages people to take a few minutes to prepare for the conditions. So, here are a few quick tips and reminders for you: Have an emergency plan in place. Know who […]
Tips to Avoid Foodborne Illness this Holiday Season
By Maddy Rohr, K-State Research and Extension news service Manhattan, KS — Clostridium perfringens is one of the most common foodborne illnesses in the U.S., with about one million cases a year – and yet it’s not necessarily a food pathogen that many people have heard about. Kansas State University food scientist Karen […]
Flu Season May Impact Red Cross Blood Supply
Kansas— The American Red Cross urges blood donors to give now and help fight the potential impact of seasonal illnesses and a potentially severe flu season on the blood supply. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention predicts a serious spread of flu this year and is already reporting an early spike in cases in […]
Keep Safety in Mind when Donating Food, says K-State Expert
By Pat Melgares, K-State Research and Extension news service Manhattan, KS– A Kansas State University food safety specialist says giving to food pantries, food banks or soup kitchens this time of year is appreciated, but the generosity needs to be accompanied by the gift of safety and health. Londa Nwadike, who holds dual […]
After Roe, More Women Head to Kansas Clinics and More Kansans Get Abortion Pills from Overseas
Wichita, KS— In August alone, hundreds more women sought abortions in Kansas than before the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade and many nearby states banned the procedure. That represents one of the most significant increases in abortion numbers in the country, reflecting the deep-red state’s unlikely role as an abortion refuge in a […]
Recall of Cedar Creek Popcorn from TSC
Cedar Creek Popcorn of Sac City, Iowa is recalling its 18 oz. Old-Fashioned Caramel Holiday Popcorn Box because the side of the box features a Gluten Free claim when there are elements with gluten contained in the product. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to wheat run the risk of serious or life […]
The Disappearance of the ‘Family Glitch’ Could Help 40,000 More Kansans Afford Health Insurance
“Enrollment is open for the Affordable Care Act Marketplace and some rules have been changed to help more workers get coverage for their families.”
K-State Student Wins Graduate Award at World Food Prize Contest
“Ranabhat’s research uncovers benefits of insecticide netting in stored grain areas”
Food Safety Applies to Hunting Wild Game, Too
By Maddy Rohr, K-State Research and Extension news service Manhattan, KS— Safety is an important aspect of hunting, and that includes food safety. How meat is handled at harvest, preservation and preparation are key to flavor and safety of the end product. Kansas State University food scientist Karen Blakeslee said the first step of a […]