USA – FDA – Investigations of Foodborne Illness Outbreaks

An investigation of illnesses (ref #1198) linked to apple cinnamon fruit puree pouches is now being managed by FDA’s Coordinated Outbreak Response & Evaluation (CORE) Network and has been added to the table. These illnesses are due to elevated lead levels in the products, which can be particularly harmful to children. FDA has issued an advisory with advice for consumers, has initiated traceback, sample collection and analysis, and onsite inspections. WanaBana has issued a voluntary recall of all apple cinnamon pouches. Updates will be provided as they become available.

Date Posted	Ref	Pathogen or Cause of Illness	Product(s) Linked to Illnesses (if any)	Total Case Count	Status
11/8/ 2023	1198	Elevated Lead Levels	Apple Cinnamon Puree	See Advisory	Ongoing
11/1/ 2023	1195	E. coli O121:H19	Not Yet Identified	37	Active
10/4/ 2023	1190	Salmonella Thompson	Onions	See Advisory	Active