RASFF – foodborne outbreak suspected to be caused by norovirus (GI & GII /25g) in frozen seaweed salad from China, via Germany in Spain
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Monthly Archives: August 2019
Summary of the last two weeks RASFF Alerts – Foodborne Outbreak – Norovirus – Frozen Seaweed Salad
Summary of the last two weeks RASFF Alerts – Clostridium botulinum – Dried Uneviscerated Roach
RASFF – Clostridium botulinum type E in dried uneviscerated roach manufactured in the Netherlands in Germany
Summary of the last two weeks RASFF Alerts – Salmonella – Chicken Skewers – Chicken Meat Preparation – Dried Parsley – Chilled Pork Meat – Chilled Turkey Meat -Betel Leaves – Chicken Carcasses – Duck Carcasses – Chicken Meat – Chicken Fillets – Black Pepper – Sesame Seeds – Tuna Chunks – Organic Elderflower- Ginger Slices – Raw Milk Roquefort Cheese
RASFF – Salmonella (presence /25g) in frozen chicken skewer from Germany in Germany
RASFF – Salmonella enterica ser. Infantis (in 4 out of 5 samples /25g) in frozen chicken meat preparation from Spain in France
RASFF – Salmonella (presence /25g) in dried parsley from Egypt, via Latvia in Poland
RASFF – Salmonella (presence /25g) in chilled pork meat from Spain in Italy
RASFF – Salmonella enterica ser. Typhimurium (presence /25g) in chilled turkey meat products from France in France
RASFF – Salmonella (presence /25g) and high count of Escherichia coli (1500 CFU/g) in betel leaves from Malaysia in the UK
RASFF – Salmonella enterica ser. Enteritidis (present /25g), Salmonella enterica ser. Indiana (present /25g) and Salmonella group C1 (present /25g) in chicken carcasses from Poland, from chickens reared in Czech Republic in Poland
RASFF – Salmonella enterica ser. Typhimurium (presence /25g) in chilled and frozen chicken meat from France in France
RASFF – Salmonella enterica ser. Typhimurium (presence /25g) in frozen raw chicken fillets from the Netherlands in the Netherlands
RASFF – Salmonella enterica ser. Infantis (presence /25g) in chilled chicken breast from Poland in the Czech Republic
RASFF – Salmonella enterica ser. Typhimurium (presence /25g) in chilled turkey meat from Poland in Poland
RASFF – Salmonella (in 1 out of 5 samples /25g) in betel leaves from India in the UK
RASFF – Salmonella (presence /25g) in frozen tuna chunk from Vietnam in the Netherlands
RASFF – Salmonella (presence /25g) in duck carcasses from Poland from animals reared in the Czech Republic in Poland
RASFF – Salmonella (presence /25g) in duck carcasses from Poland from animals reared in the Czech Republic in Poland
RASFF – Salmonella (in 1 out of 5 samples /25g) in chilled boneless chicken legs from Poland in the Czech Republic
RASFF – Salmonella (presence) in organic elderflowers from Albania in Germany
RASFF – Salmonella enterica ser. Enteritidis (presence /25g) in chilled poultry meat from Poland in Poland
RASFF – Salmonella (presence /25g) in organic ginger slices from Uganda in the UK
RASFF – Salmonella (in 1 out of 5 samples /25g) in sesame seeds from Sudan in Greece
RASFF – Salmonella enterica ser. Enteritidis (presence /25g) in chilled chicken thighs from Belgium in the Netherlands
RASFF – Salmonella enterica ser. Enteritidis (presence /25g) in chilled chicken meat from chickens reared in the Czech Republic and slaughtered in Poland in Poland
RASFF – Salmonella enterica ser. Montevideo (presence /25g), Salmonella enterica ser. Urbana (presence /25g) and Salmonella enterica ser. Worthington (presence /25g) in sesame seeds from Nigeria in Germany
RASFF – Salmonella enterica ser. Sandiego (presence /25g) in black pepper from Brazil in Germany
RASFF – Salmonella (presence /25g) in raw milk Roquefort cheese from France in France
USA – Nassau County Department of Health reports Salmonella Outbreak linked to Brixx and Barley
Nassau County Department of Health is investigating a cluster of cases of salmonellosis associated with people who consumed food or drink at the restaurant Brixx and Barley, located at 152 West Park Ave in Long Beach, NY. Potential exposures to Salmonella at the restaurant could date back to early July. Nassau County Department of Health has closed Brixx and Barley while the investigation as to the source of Salmonella is investigated.
USA – FDA Sampling of Romaine Lettuce in Yuma Finds No Widespread STEC or Salmonella Contamination
Following last year’s widespread E.coli O157 outbreak involving romaine lettuce linked to the Yuma, Arizona growing region (Spring 2018), FDA launched a sampling assignment to test romaine lettuce for pathogenic Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli (STEC) and Salmonella spp. The microbiological surveillance samplingbegan on December 18, 2018 in the Yuma region and focused on 26 commercial coolers and cold storage facilities to allow FDA to sample multiple farms from several locations at once. The agency collected and tested a total of 188 samples for both pathogens. It did not detect Salmonella in any sample; STEC was detected in one sample, but additional analysis found that the bacteria was not pathogenic.
“The findings of this assignment suggest that there was no widespread Salmonella or STEC contamination of romaine lettuce from the Yuma growing region during the period when sampling occurred. As a next step, the FDA is working with leafy green stakeholders in the Yuma region to consider a longer-term environmental study to identify and control risks that will prevent future outbreaks, with the ultimate goal of protecting consumers. – FDA
The point of the sampling assignment was to determine whether target pathogens were present, and if so, to respond quickly before contaminated products reached consumers.
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USA – More pig ear dog treats recalled in multistate outbreak
Dog Goods USA LLC of Tobyhanna, PA joins the list of companies involved in a federal and state investigation regarding contaminated pig ear dog treats that are likely responsible for a multistate, multidrug-resistant Salmonella outbreak.
Dog Goods USA LLC has recalled its Chef Toby Pig Ears Treats because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, according to a notice posted by the Food and Drug Administration. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is working with the FDA and several state agencies on the outbreak investigation.
According to the recall notice, the affected product includes non-irradiated bulk and packaged pig ears branded Chef Toby Pig Ears, due to potential Salmonella contamination.
USA – Lake Nokomis E. coli Outbreak Has Sickened 49
The Lake Nokomis E. coli outbreak has now sickened 49 people, including the three confirmed cases of Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC) in children that were announced earlier this week, according to a news release by the Minnesota Department of Health. That lake is located in Minneapolis.
USA -Hepatitis A Outbreak at Mendham Golf and Tennis Club in New Jersey
A hepatitis A outbreak has sickened 23 people after they visited the Mendham Golf and Tennis Club in Mendham Township, New Jersey. This is a members only club. A food handler was diagnosed with hepatitis A and worked at the club while infectious. One person is “seriously ill,” according to the press release by the New Jersey Department of Health.
USA – AWERS Grained Salmon Caviar Recalled For Possible Botulism
AWERS Inc. of Bellevue, Washington is recalling Grained Salmon Caviar in 95 gram tins because it may be contaminated with botulinum toxin, which can cause life-threatening illness or death. Do not eat this product even if it does not look or smell spoiled. Botulinum toxin does not change the appearance, taste, or texture of food. No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this issue.
UK – Raw Treat Pet Food Ltd recalls Varieties of Frozen Raw Pet Food due to the presence of Salmonella
Raw Treat Pet Food Ltd is recalling batches of frozen raw pet food because Salmonella has been found in the products.
Product details
| Pack size | 500g |
| Batch code | 1583 |
| Best before date | 2021-07-10 |
| Best before | 10/07/21 |
| Pack size | 500g |
| Batch code | 1590 |
| Best before date | 2021-07-09 |
| Best before | 09/07/21 |
| Pack size | 500g |
| Batch code | 15881590 |
| Best before date | 2021-07-09 |
| Best before | 09/07/21 |
| Pack size | 500g |
| Batch code | 15601590 |
| Best before date | 2021-07-06 |
| Best before | 06/07/21 |
| Pack size | 500g |
| Batch code | 1498 1498 1498 |
| Best before | 28/05/21 04/07/21 23/07/21 |
| Pack size | 500g |
| Batch code | 1515 1515 1515 1515 |
| Best before | 02/07/21 06/07/21 12/07/21 22/07/21 |
| Pack size | 500g |
| Batch code | 15151570 15151579 15151596 |
| Best before | 26/06/21 02/07/21 12/07/21 |
| Pack size | 500g |
| Batch code | 15151567 15151567 15151594 |
| Best before | 26/06/21 02/07/21 09/07/21 |
| Pack size | 500g |
| Batch code | 15151576 15151590 |
| Best before | 29/06/21 06/07/21 |
No other Raw Treat Pet Food Ltd products are known to be affected.
Risk statement
The presence of Salmonella in the products listed above. Salmonella is a bacterium that can cause illness in humans and animals. The product could therefore carry a potential risk, because of the presence of Salmonella, either through direct handling of the pet food, or indirectly, for example from pet feeding bowls, utensils or contact with the faeces of animals. In humans, symptoms caused by Salmonella usually include fever, diarrhoea and abdominal cramps. Infected animals may not necessarily display signs of illness, but symptoms can include diarrhoea.
Action taken by the company
Raw Treat Pet Food Ltd is recalling the above products from their customers. Point of sale notices will be displayed in all retail stores that are selling these products. These notices explain to customers why the products are being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought the product. Please see the attached notices.
Our advice to consumers
If you have bought any of the above products do not use them. Instead, return them to the store from where they were bought for a full refund.
When handling and serving raw pet food it is always advised to clean utensils and feeding bowls after use and wash hands thoroughly after handling. Raw pet food should be stored separately from any food (especially ready to eat foods). Care should be taken when defrosting to avoid cross contamination of foods and surfaces.
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