PFAS Immunotoxicity: EFSA Project’s Novel Methodological Approaches for Safety Assessment

Posted on by Cesare Varallo

The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) is investigating the immunotoxicity of PFAS, chemicals posing health risks and facing regulatory scrutiny. Studies suggest PFAS may cause immunosuppression and reduce vaccine effectiveness. Employing new methods, the project aims to enhance risk understanding and safety assessments, crucial for companies producing safe products. [Word count: 50]

WTO report on “Illicit trade in food and food fraud”

Posted on by Cesare Varallo

World Trade Organization (WTO) just published an interesting report titled "Illicit trade in food and food fraud".Key elements/inputs:🛡️ WTO role: The WTO agreements provide a legal framework for combating illicit trade in food.🔍 #FoodSafety: Emphasis on modern food safety legislation to prevent fraud.🤝 Collaboration: The importance of public-private and international cooperation is stressed. Collaboration between … Continue reading WTO report on “Illicit trade in food and food fraud”