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Argentina- At least 250 workers are ‘poisoned’ at rock concert after eating ham, chicken and cheese sandwiches with several sent to the hospital

Posted on May 13, 2024 | Leave a comment

Daily Mail

At least 250 concert staffers reportedly came down with food poisoning at a rock band show in Argentina.

The sickened workers, mostly assigned to the security team, fell ill after eating ham, chicken and cheese sandwiches at a La Renga show that took place at Estadio Único Armando in La Plata on Saturday night.

At least 174 staff members reported stomach ailments and were treated at several hospitals in the province of Buenos Aires and another 90 workers were treated by the Red Cross, according to the health ministry.

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Posted in Food Illness, Food Poisoning, Foodborne Illness, Illness

70 passengers on an 11-hour flight from a tropical island paradise suffer vomiting and nausea in midair

Posted on May 13, 2024 | Leave a comment

Business Insider

A flight to Germany had to be met by emergency services after dozens of passengers started vomiting.

The Condor Airbus A330 was flying Thursday from Mauritius to Frankfurt, Germany — a journey that takes more than 11 hours.

The German outlet Bild reported that 70 of the 290 passengers on board reported symptoms including vomiting and nausea.

In a statement shared with Business Insider, a Condor spokesperson said “some guests on board became ill” and were cared for by the crew with “additional liquids and airsick bags.

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Canada – Yogurt and milk chocolate covered pretzels recalled in Canada over Salmonella contamination

Posted on May 13, 2024 | Leave a comment

Food Safety News

Huer Foods Inc. is recalling Western Family brand yogurt covered pretzels and milk chocolate covered pretzels because of possible Salmonella contamination.

Food contaminated with Salmonella bacteria does not usually look, smell, or taste spoiled. Anyone can become sick with a Salmonella infection. Infants, children, seniors, and people with weakened immune systems are at higher risk of serious illness because their immune systems are fragile, according to the CDC.

Anyone who has eaten any of the recalled products and developed symptoms of Salmonella infection should seek medical attention. Sick people should tell their doctors about the possible exposure to Salmonella bacteria because special tests are necessary to diagnose salmonellosis. Salmonella infection symptoms can mimic other illnesses, frequently leading to misdiagnosis.

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USA – Hy-Vee Cream Cheese Spreads and Cookies & Cream Mix recalled over Salmonella concerns

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Food Safety News

Hy-Vee, Inc. of West Des Moines, IA, is recalling two varieties of its Hy-Vee Cream Cheese Spread and its bulk-packaged Cookies & Cream Mix because of potential Salmonella contamination.

These products are manufactured at different third-party facilities around the Midwest and are sold under HyVee’s private label and bulk packaging programs. The manufacturers of these products notified Hy-Vee of the potential issue.

The affected products were distributed to Hy-Vee, Hy-Vee Drugstore and Dollar Fresh Market

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USA – Texas man dies of Vibrio infection after eating raw oysters

Posted on May 13, 2024 | Leave a comment

MSN

Food Illness

GALVESTON, Texas (WFLA) — A Texas man died of a deadly bacterial infection after eating raw oysters, according to local health officials.

Officials with the Galveston County Health District in Texas announced the man’s cause of death to be Vibrio vulnificus infection last week.

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USA – More than 240 sickened in Norovirus outbreak traced to North Carolina sushi restaurant

Posted on May 13, 2024 | Leave a comment

MSN

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A Norovirus outbreak linked to a North Carolina sushi restaurant has sickened at least 241 people since late last month, local health authorities said Thursday.

Before falling ill, all the victims had visited Sushi Nine in Raleigh between Nov. 28 and Dec. 5, according to Wake County’s public health and environmental services departments.

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Belgium – Recall of Vleeswaren Hava – Listeria monocytogenes

Posted on May 13, 2024 | Leave a comment

AFSCA

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In agreement with the FASFC, Vleeswaren Hava is withdrawing the “Pipes d’ardennes” (4PC) of the Vleeswaren Hava brand from sale and recalling them from consumers due to the possible presence of Listeria monocytogenes. Vleeswaren Hava asks its customers not to consume this product and to return it to the point of sale where it was purchased, where they will be refunded.

Product Description :

  • Product name: Ardennes pipes
  • Brand: Vleeswaren Hava
  • Best before date (DLC) (“Consume by”): 06/04/2024 and 06/06/2024
  • Batch number: 30015299
  • Sales period: from 04/23/2024 to 05/07/2024
  • Type of packaging: vacuum packed – by 4
  • Weight: ± 420g

The product was distributed by: De Kleine Bassin Roeselare (Brugsesteenweg 62, 8800 Roeselare).

For any further information , contact:

Vleeswaren Hava – Tjorven Hautekiet
051 20 19 39 or 0472 01 89 80

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Denmark – Salmonella in ground beef

Posted on May 13, 2024 | Leave a comment

Foedevarestyrelsen

Hilton Foods Danmark A/S is recalling ground beef as it may contain Salmonella. If you have the product, you should discard it or return it to the store where it was purchased. (Edited on 10-05-2024, with help for consumers regarding slaughter in England)

Which foods are recalled

Minced Beef 8-12% 450 g

EAN: 5700380825600

Minced Beef 8-12% 500 g

EAN: 5700381638551

 Minced Beef 8-12% 600 g

EAN: 5700382774388

 Minced Beef 8-12% 250 g

EAN: 5700380838990

 Minced Beef 8-12% 1200 g

5715348091904

 Minced Beef 5-8% 700 g

EAN: 5700384578472

 Minced Beef 5-8% 700 g

5700384312663

 Minced Beef 8-12% 250 g

EAN: 5700380838990

 Minced Beef 14-18% 400 g

EAN: 5715348033652

 Minced Beef 4-7% 400 g

EAN: 5700382238569

 Minced Beef 14-18% 400 g

EAN: 5715348033652

 Minced Beef 14-18% 800 g

EAN: 5715348086276

Last date of use: From 11 March to 13 May (be aware that you as a consumer may have frozen the product)

Other than that:

Minced steaks 225 g

EAN: 5700383456146

Production date: 26.03.2024

Expiry date. 04/02/2024

About all products, it only concerns meat that has been slaughtered in England (see picture):

Where are the products sold?

The products are sold in Dagli’Brugsen, SuperBrugsen, 365 Discount, Coop, Irma and Kvickly throughout the country

Why are the products being recalled?

Minced beef containing meat of English origin produced on 19-23. March 2024 is revoked, as it has been assessed as a probable source of infection for cases of illness with Salmonella.

Minced beef containing meat of English origin produced on 4-5 is also being recalled. May, as Salmonella was found in the product in connection with the company’s own inspection.

As a precautionary measure, all ground beef with a use-by date from March 11 to and including May 13, as well as ground beef with a use-by date, is being recalled. 02.04.2024, as raw materials from the same supplier are included in the products.

There is a risk of infection with Salmonella. The symptoms of infection with Salmonella are diarrhoea, abdominal pain, fever, headache and possibly nausea and vomiting. The illness can last from a few days to several weeks.

What should you do as a consumer?

The Danish Veterinary and Food Administration advises consumers to return the product to the store where it was purchased or to discard it. 

If you experience symptoms in connection with consuming the product, you should contact your own doctor.

Who recalls the product

Hilton Foods Denmark

Brunagervej 2

8361 Hasselage

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USA – Clallam, Jefferson and King Counties hit with E. coli Outbreak linked to Gibson Farms Walnuts

Posted on May 13, 2024 | Leave a comment

Food Poison Journal

Washington Department of Health has weighed in on the 2024 E. coli Multi-state Outbreak Linked to Gibson Farms Organic Walnuts.

Six Washington residents from three counties have been included in this outbreak, including Clallam (1), Jefferson (2), and King (3). Two were hospitalized and none died.

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USA – Schnucks recalls Cheese due to Salmonella

Posted on May 13, 2024 | Leave a comment

Food Poison Journal

Schnuck Markets Inc. is recalling three of its cheese spreads for possible Salmonella contamination. Unclear at this point is there are illnesses associated with the products.

Schnucks customers are urged to check for:

Schnucks Whip Cream Spread

UPC 4131858005

Best By: 8/8/2024

Schnucks Strawberry Spread

UPC 4131858007

Best By: 9/8/2024

Schnucks Cream Cheese Spread

UPC 4131858023

Best By: 10/8/2024

Salmonella is one of the most common intestinal infections in the United States. Salmonellosis (the disease caused by Salmonella) is the second most common foodborne illness. Salmonella infection occurs when the bacteria are ingested, typically from food derived from infected food-animals, but it can also occur by ingesting the feces of an infected animal or person. Food sources include raw or undercooked eggs/egg products, raw milk or raw milk products, contaminated water, meat and meat products, and poultry. Raw fruits and vegetables contaminated during slicing have been implicated in several salmonella outbreaks. Since it’s fairly common, it’s important to know the signs of salmonella, so you know whether you have the condition or not. Watch out for fevers over 102 degrees, consistent diarrhea, and not being able to keep liquids down without vomiting.

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