A shared meal, a simple mistake... and suddenly, several people are sick. The cause? Often not the ingredients, but cross-contamination. It can happen in any kitchen, even yours. Here’s how to avoid ...

While the terms “cross-contamination” and “cross-contact” may sound very similar, they mean very different things. Cross-contamination is the term used when pathogens (bacteria, viruses, parasites) ...

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Recent health inspections in some Pontiac restaurants revealed cross-contamination, mold and more between May and August of this year, according to Oakland County Health Department inspection reports.

Caddo Parish restaurants were inspected for health code violations from June 1-7, 2025. Sushi Bistro, McDonald's, and Cassandra's on the River had the most critical violations. Violations included ...