Record food bank use highlights ‘burning inequality’ in UK, says Unite

The record number of people using food banks shows ‘the fierce, burning inequality’ blighting the UK, Unite, the country’s largest union, said today (Friday 15 April).

PulseNet saves lives and money by reducing foodborne illness

A national network of public health laboratories prevents an estimated 270,000 cases of food poisoning and saves half a billion dollars every year, according to a study released today.

A combined carbon and sugar tax could have environmental and health benefits

A combination of a carbon tax on food and a tax on sugary drinks in the UK could lead to health benefits, reduce greenhouse gas emissions and raise up to GB£3.

Sugary drinks sales down by 12% in Mexico after new tax

A tax on sugar-sweetened beverages implemented in Mexico at the start of 2014 has significantly decreased purchases of the sugary drinks, which contribute to obesity.

Festival organisers should put safety first

Music festival organisers should ensure partygoers have access to free drinking water, shade, ‘chill out’ zones, and adequate first aid services to help ensure the safety of patrons, according to…

Safety last? Consumers’ response to food safety risks are altered due to prior commitment and preference

With the globalization of our food supply, food safety issues are a major concern for both public health and for the food industry.

A simple, rapid test to help ensure safer meat

Deciding whether to cook or toss a steak that’s been in the fridge for a few days calls for a sniff test. This generally works well for home cooks.

US Marshals seize adulterated crab products for food safety violations

At the request of the U.S.

Local food environments don’t affect diet or weight in Los Angeles

Local food environments may not affect the diet or body mass index (BMI) of adults living in Los Angeles, according to a Pardee RAND Graduate School and Los Angeles County Public Health study.

The 5-colour nutritional labelling system is the most effective for consumers

While the French High Council for Public Health (HCSP) made public on Monday, 24 August 2015, a positive opinion regarding the relevance of the 5-colour code for the public, a team of researchers…

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