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Whole Genome Sequencing and Epidemiology tightens E. coli Outbreak linked to Simple Truth Organic brand and the Nature’s Basket brand

Bill Marler

Since the last update on December 30, 2021, CDC updated the case definition and removed three illnesses from this outbreak investigation. Nine people reported eating Organic Power Greens sold under the Simple Truth Organic brand (8) and the Nature’s Basket brand (1), and seven people’s shopper records showed the purchase of these products.

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Why Restaurants Need a Sexual Harassment Policy

Modern Restaurant Management

To begin understanding everything that a sexual harassment policy encompasses, review your state’s definition of sexual harassment. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission guidelines also provide a clear definition. If your restaurant has a human resources manager, it may be worth purchasing a membership for them.

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More ill linked to lead in Applesauce

Bill Marler

To date, confirmed complainants, or people for whom a complaint or adverse event was submitted and met the FDA’s complainant definition, are from less than 1 to 53 years of age. The CDC’s case definition for state partners includes a blood lead level of 3.5 Consumers should not purchase this product.

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The Power of Ranch

Modern Restaurant Management

After purchasing the Hidden Valley dude ranch, he started selling his dressing and its popularity grew from there. At our restaurants, we're definitely seeing ranch as a major add-on to our apps. Did you know that a plumber from Alaska is responsible for one of the most beloved condiments in the U.S.?

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What’s up with the Leprechaun and 6,400 reports of illnesses? “Correlation is not necessarily causation” – It is still “Magically Suspicious”

Bill Marler

He noted the common experience of Googling a handful of symptoms and learning that the itch on your arm is almost definitely proof of a fatal illness. “Correlation is not necessarily causation,” he wrote in an email to the Guardian, echoing comments by colleagues elsewhere. Something similar may be happening here, Marler suggests.

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Five Ways to Increase Sales at Your Restaurant this Valentine’s Day

Modern Restaurant Management

Offer a Gift Card with Purchase. One way to ensure that customers make a return visit is to offer a gift card with their purchase. While you should definitely create items that are expensive and elegant, don’t forget to utilize high-margin items like soups.

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More patients were found to have lead poisoning linked to applesauce; some recalled products still on store shelves

Food Safety News

To date, confirmed complainants, or people for whom a complaint or adverse event was submitted and met the FDA’s complainant definition, are from less than 1 to 53 years of age. The CDC’s case definition for state partners includes a blood lead level of 3.5 Consumers should not purchase this product.

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