Stop Foodborne Illness

It is with a mix of gratitude and sadness that we share a letter from the Stop Foodborne Illness Board of Directors regarding our CEO, Mitzi Baum. After years of dedicated service and unwavering commitment to our mission, Mitzi has decided to step down at the end of the year. Her leadership has been instrumental in advancing our cause, advocating for food safety, and supporting countless individuals affected by foodborne illnesses. To read the full letter from our Board of Directors, please see below. Join us in expressing our heartfelt appreciation for Mitzi's remarkable contributions and wishing her all the best in her future endeavors. Let's continue working together to honor her legacy by championing food safety and preventing foodborne illnesses. #leadership #foodfafety #StopFoodborneIllness #thankyou #gratitude 

Vanessa Coffman, PhD, Director of The Alliance to Stop Foodborne Illness, has recently been featured in a New York Times article discussing dangerous Salmonella infections from raw milk consumption. She highlights the issue of inadequate communication about food recalls, stating that it's a failure on multiple fronts when consumers don't hear about them. One notable case mentioned is Raw Farm, linked to a multistate outbreak of E. coli in raw Cheddar cheese earlier this year. In 2023 alone, they had recalls for Salmonella in raw Cheddar cheese and Campylobacter in raw milk. Despite known risks, social media endorsements continue, spreading misinformation and undermining public health efforts. Let's work together to stay informed and prioritize food safety! Read more in The New York Times: https://lnkd.in/d5TE4MX6 #foodsafety #stopfoodborneillness #rawmilk #salmonella #publichealth

When Pam’s pregnancy was abruptly interrupted by a severe case of listeriosis, her family's life was forever changed. This harrowing experience, caused by a contaminated turkey sandwich, propelled Pam into the fight against foodborne illness and led her to Stop Foodborne Illness (STOP). Inspired by stories like Pam and Louise’s, STOP is dedicated to preventing foodborne illness through advocacy, education, and support. Founded by parents who lost children to foodborne pathogens, we work to strengthen food safety policies and practices, ensuring that tragedies like Pam and Louise's can be prevented. Your support can help us continue this vital mission. Together, we can make our food supply safer and protect families from the devastating effects of foodborne illness. To read more about Pam and Louise or learn how you can contribute to the fight against foodborne illness, visit our website: https://lnkd.in/gwVA5N8i #listeriaawareness #stopfoodborneillness #stories #storiestoshare #foodsafety #listeria 

Thanks for the donation, Mike Kearns, CP-FS on behalf of Rich Products Corporation! #IAFP #AlliancetoStopFoodborneIllness #stopfoodborneillness #iafp24

Despite repeated health warnings, raw milk sales are soaring, especially with the bird flu spreading among dairy cows. This dangerous trend calls for urgent action and greater awareness. Since the confirmation of bird flu in U.S. cattle, weekly raw cow’s milk sales have jumped by 21% to a whopping 65% compared to last year, reports NielsenIQ. This surge in consumption defies expert advice, emphasizing the urgent need for regulations and public education. Despite known risks, social media endorsements continue, spreading misinformation and undermining public health efforts. Raw milk can contain harmful germs, and the recent outbreak has shown high levels of bird flu virus in infected cows' raw milk, posing a serious health threat. Stop Foodborne Illness will continue to prioritize informed choices and advocating for policies promoting pasteurized milk consumption to combat misinformation and protect our communities' health. If you are interested in getting involved, or donating to support our mission, please visit: https://lnkd.in/gj2aZwJZ #foodborneillnessfacts #rawmilk #birdflu #stopfoodborneillness #foodsafety #foodsafetyculture

The Alliance to Stop Foodborne Illness is excited to participate in this year's International Association for Food Protection (IAFP) conference. Stop Foodborne Illness (STOP) is elated to attend! Are you passionate about food safety and interested in joining our mission? Be sure to connect with STOP CEO, Mitzi Baum, and Alliance director, Vanessa Coffman, PhD, for more details. See you there! #IAFP #foodsafety #foodprotection #alliancetostopfoodborneillness #foodsafetyculture #publichealth #IAFP2024

Shopping for meat can be a tricky—and sometimes dangerous—endeavor. Mitzi Baum, CEO of Stop Foodborne Illness (STOP), emphasizes the gravity of this issue in the latest article featuring STOP: https://bit.ly/3ztwSLW #foodsafety #shopsmart #stopfoodborneillness

Join the Alliance to Stop Foodborne Illness at the International Association for Food Protection (IAFP)! On Sunday, July 14th, Alliance director Vanessa Coffman will lead a session. On Monday, July 15th, Vanessa, Lone Jespersen, Jeff Miller, and Carol Wallace will discuss using maturity models to improve food safety culture, sharing insights from five companies mapped to the Global Food Safety Initiative dimensions. On Wednesday, July 17th, the IAFP Banquet Awards Ceremony will honor the Alliance Food Safety Culture Toolkit with the 2024 Food Safety Innovation Award, recognizing its impact on advancing food safety culture and empowering small and medium-sized companies. For more information, visit https://lnkd.in/giFPH2XV. #IAFP #foodsafety #foodprotection #alliancetostopfoodborneillness #foodsafetyculture #publichealth #IAFP2024

Happy Fourth of July! It's time to fire up those grills and indulge in some mouthwatering delights! As we gear up to celebrate, let's prioritize food safety to make sure everyone has a fantastic and healthy time. Remember, foodborne illnesses can dampen the holiday spirit, but by following simple food safety tips, we can ensure a joyful and healthy celebration for all. Let's take care of our loved ones and ourselves as we come together to commemorate this special day. Wishing you a safe and delicious July Fourth! https://lnkd.in/du4t4Ype #stopfoodborneillness #foodsafetyculture #foodsafetyindustry #foodsafety #july4th #independenceday

The deadline has been extended! Make sure to submit your applications by Wednesday, July 10th, 5 PM CST!