The risks of backflow and cross-contamination won’t shock anyone, but they can jump in frequency whenever older systems are retrofitted or new technology is introduced. Bathroom upgrades today are ...

In medical testing and laboratory settings, pumps are needed to move biological samples such as blood, serum, cells, and proteins. However, these same samples can contaminate a pump’s internal ...

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 ...

Three restaurants in Lafayette Parish had three or more critical health violations between Oct. 6 and Oct. 13. Critical violations are more likely to contribute to food contamination or illness if not ...