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Fecal contamination found in unpasteurised milk samples

2nd February 2012

Following a periodical review of consumer health risks from unpasteurised milk and cream, the Food Standards Agency (FSA) have maintained their recommendation that pasteurisation is an important control measure in reducing the risks from consumption of raw milk.

Microbiological data reviewed showed the presence of pathogenic microorganisms in some raw milk samples and indicators of faecal contamination present at varying levels in most samples analysed.

Whilst full results of the review are yet to be published, it is clear that the need for routine testing to detect pathogens such as E.coli as quickly and easily as possible will remain as important as ever.

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Selfridges accused of potentially putting customers at risk and breaking the law by selling 'raw' milk

23rd March 2012

Selfridges has been accused by the Government’s Food Standards Agency (FSA) of potentially putting customers at risk and breaking the law by selling ‘raw’ milk. It is selling the milk, produced on an organic farm ... ...read on

Staffordshire primary school expected to remain closed for another month

19th March 2012

Friarswood Primary School, which was closed for deep cleaning on 8th March after 3 pupils were confirmed with E.coli O157, will probably remain closed until after the Easter holidays. Around 300 samples have now been processed by t... ...read on

Staffordshire primary school shut over E. coli outbreak.

9th March 2012

Friarswood Primary School in Newcastle-under-Lyme has been closed due to an outbreak of E. coli O157. The Health Protection Agency (HPA) reported that 3 cases have been confirmed and all pupils at are currently being being tested.... ...read on

Financial pressures putting Scotland's public health at risk

1st March 2012

The continuing financial pressure on Scotland’s public sector could have a serious and long term impact on public and environmental health according to the Royal Environmental Health Institute of Scotland (REHIS). Figures rec... ...read on

E.coli contaminates Welsh play area

21st February 2012

A playing field at Trefriw in North Wales, which was created as part of a flood control system, is at risk of being infected by E. coli in times of flooding, a Conwy council report says. The area was cordoned off in September when ... ...read on