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Belgium – “Smoked Halibut” sold in the fish section of some Carrefour stores – Listeria monocytogenes

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AFSCA

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Brussels, 06-09-2024 – Following an inspection and as a precautionary measure to ensure consumer safety, CARREFOUR, in consultation with the AFSCA, is withdrawing from sale the product “Flétan Fumé” sold in the fish section of certain Carrefour stores in Belgium and recalling it from consumers due to the possible presence of Listeria monocytogenes.

Product Description:

Name: Smoked Halibut

Brand: Carrefour 

EAN code – 1st digits: 2772876

Product sold in the fish department from 08/27/2024

The affected products were only sold in certain Carrefour stores:

Water Passage Street 2 4400 Flemalle
Charleroi Road 579 1410 Waterloo
Tahon Street 16 6041 Gosselies
Strandlaan 19 8670 Koksijde
Breakdown 967 2900 Shots
Albertlaan 80 9400 Nineve
Vlinderlaan 1 C 3360 Korbeek-Lo
Lower Country Street 1 4040 Herstal
Prince Boudewijnlaan 306 2650 Edegem Molenveld
De Robianostraat 155 2150 Borsbeek
Avenue Prince De Liège 57-59 5100 Legs
Parklaan 80-82 2300 Turnhout
Station Street 1 6110 Bomerée

All products have been withdrawn from sale. However, some of these products were marketed on the Belgian market before the withdrawal measure. It is therefore recommended that people who hold the product described above do not consume it and destroy it or return it to the point of sale where they will be reimbursed.

People who have consumed the above-mentioned product and who have a fever, whether isolated or accompanied by headaches, are invited to consult their doctor and report this consumption. These symptoms may be aggravated in young children, immunocompromised individuals and the elderly. These symptoms may suggest listeriosis, a disease with an incubation period of up to eight weeks.

For any further information, you can contact Carrefour Belgium customer service by dialing the free number 0800.9.10.11, from 8:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday .

We apologize to our customers for the inconvenience .

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Luxembourg – Whole raw defrosted prawns from the Auchan brand – Vibrio vulnificus

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SAP

The following product is recalled in Luxembourg:

Name Whole raw thawed prawns
Brand Auchan
Barcode 3254562419603
Lots and DLC / DDM* 74246 – 07/09/24;

74205 – 07/09/24*;

74452 – 10/09/24*;

74526 – 11/09/24*;

Danger  : Presence of Vibrio vulnificus

Foodborne illness caused by Vibrio vulnificus can occasionally result in mild gastrointestinal disorders in healthy individuals, but can also result in severe non-intestinal disorders (generalized infection/septicaemia) in susceptible individuals or those with pre-existing chronic conditions. In addition, skin infections may occur from pre-existing wounds when handling the products.

Sale confirmed in Luxembourg by: Auchan

Auchan* poster (Pdf, 158 KB)

Information Source: Recall Notification

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USA -Shigella Outbreak hits Elk’s Lodge in Humboldt

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Food Poison Journal

Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services Public and Environmental Health officials are advising community residents who attended a dinner at the Elks Lodge in Eureka on Wednesday, Aug. 28, that they may have been exposed to Shigella. Attendees experiencing gastrointestinal (GI) issues should contact their primary care provider, as well as take steps not to spread the highly contagious infection.

Instances of Shigella infection are on the rise in the county after at least six individuals have tested positive for the illness since August.

The first cluster of three cases was identified in late-August. The individuals all appear to have been infected sometime in mid-August and a connection between the individuals could not be confirmed. Based on this information, Public Health sent out a Provider Alert to monitor for potential cases in case there was ongoing spread in the community.

Humboldt County Health Officer Dr. Candy Stockton said within the last 24 hours, staff was notified about three new confirmed cases and five suspected cases associated with the Aug. 28 event.

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USA – FDA – Outbreak Investigation of Salmonella: Eggs (Sept 2024)

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Do not eat, sell, or serve recalled chicken eggs from Milo’s Poultry Farms and Tony’s Fresh Market. FDA’s investigation is ongoing.

Product

All types (conventional cage-free, organic, and non-GMO chicken eggs) and sizes (M, L, XL, Jumbo) of recalled chicken eggs supplied by Milo’s Poultry Farms, LLC in Bonduel, WI.

This recall covers all expiration dates for the following eggs:

  • All carton sizes and all egg types labeled with “Milo’s Poultry Farms”.
  • All carton sizes of “Tony’s Fresh Market” branded eggs.

Symptoms of Salmonella Infection:

Illness usually occurs within 12 to 72 hours after eating food that is contaminated with Salmonella, and the symptoms usually lasts four to seven days. Symptoms include diarrhea, fever, and abdominal cramps. Children younger than five, the elderly, and people with weakened immune systems are more likely to have severe infections.

Stores Affected

Recalled eggs were distributed to food service locations and retailers located in Wisconsin, Illinois, and Michigan. The firm has directly notified foodservice customers who received recalled product.

FDA will update this advisory as more information becomes available.

Status

Ongoing

Recommendation

  • Consumers, restaurants, and retailers should not eat, sell, or serve recalled chicken eggs produced by Milo’s Poultry Farms, LLC and distributed to restaurants and retailers in IL, WI, and MI.
  • Consumers, restaurants, and retailers who purchased or received recalled chicken eggs, including wholesale eggs, should carefully clean and sanitize any surfaces or containers that they touched.
  • Check your refrigerators for any recalled chicken eggs and throw them away. If you stored the eggs without the original packaging and can’t tell if it is part of the recall, throw them away.
  • Wash hands, utensils, and surfaces with hot, soapy water before and after handling raw eggs and raw egg-containing foods. Follow FDA’s safe handling and cleaning advice and use extra care in cleaning and sanitizing any surfaces and containers that may have come in contact with this product to reduce the risk of cross-contamination.
  • Contact your healthcare provider if you think you may have developed symptoms of a Salmonella infection, after eating eggs.

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Denmark – Listeria in fish patties – Listeria monocytogenes

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Foedevarestyrelsen

Image of Salling fish meatballs

Scanfish Danmark A/S is recalling Salling Frikadeller af Torsk & Salmon, as the bacterium Listeria monocytogenes has been detected in the product.

If you have the product, you should discard it or return it to the store where it was purchased.

Which food is recalled

Salling Meatballs of Cod & Salmon

Net weight: 340g

Last date of use: 27.09.24

EAN: 5703370 622166

Where is the product sold

The product is sold in: Føtex and Bilka stores throughout the country and online at BilkaToGo

Why is the product being recalled?

The bacterium Listeria monocytogenes has been detected in the fish patties. Infection with Listeria bacteria can cause flu-like symptoms, fever and headache and, in rare cases, gastrointestinal problems.

Read more about Listeria in food here

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

Scanfish Danmark A/S

Industrihøjen 5

7730 Hørsholm

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France – SARDINE FILLET – Histamine

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Gov France

Product Category
Food
Product subcategory
Fishery and aquaculture products
Product brand name
SARDINE FILLET 40/60P FP ANE-FR 2KG
Model names or references
SARDINE FILLET 40/60P FP ANE-FR 2KG
Product identification
GTIN Batch Date
3581510003998 56290802284 Expiry date 05/09/2024
Packaging
Vacuum packaging 200 to 300 frames
Start/End of marketing date
From 08/31/2024 to 09/05/2024
Storage temperature
Product to be kept in the refrigerator
Geographic area of ​​sale
Regions: Pays-de-la-Loire
Distributors
U TEACHES

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USA – Milo’s Poultry Farms, LLC., Recalls Eggs Because of Possible Health Risk – Salmonella

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FDA

“Milo’s Poultry Farms, Organic Omega 3, Grade A Large, 18 eggs”

Milo’s Poultry Farms, LLC. of Bonduel, WI is recalling all “Milo’s Poultry Farms” and “Tony’s Fresh Market” branded eggs because these eggs have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections (i.e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis.

Milo’s Poultry Farms’ eggs were distributed in Wisconsin, Illinois, and Michigan through retail stores and foodservice distributors.

This recall includes:

  • All carton sizes and all egg types labeled with “Milo’s Poultry Farms.” This recall covers all expiration dates.
  • All carton sizes of “Tony’s Fresh Market” branded eggs, all expiration dates.
  • All cases of eggs for retail foodservice distribution, all expiration dates.

The recall was initiated after the FDA informed the company that environmental samples tested positive for the bacteria. FDA also conducted whole genome sequencing and found that the samples were related to an ongoing Salmonella outbreak investigation.

Milo’s Poultry Farms, LLC. has ceased production and distribution at this time and will undergo appropriate testing and sanitization of farms and processing equipment.

Consumers who have purchased “Milo’s Poultry Farms” eggs or “Tony’s Fresh Market” eggs are urged not to consume them. Consumers with questions may contact the company at (715) 758-6709.

Company Contact Information

Consumers:
 (715) 758-6709

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USA – Eagle Produce LLC Recalls Whole Cantaloupe Because of Possible Health Risk – Salmonella

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FDA

“KANDY, UPC number code 4050, sticker”

Eagle Produce LLC Scottsdale, AZ is initiating a recall of 224 cases of whole cantaloupe because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. Salmonella is an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy people may experience fever, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea (which may be bloody), and abdominal pain. In rare cases the organism can get into the bloodstream and produce more severe illness such as arterial infections (i.e. infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis.

The cantaloupe subject to the recall include:

Brand

Item Description

UPC Number Code

Lot Code
Kandy Whole Cantaloupe 4050 846468

The products were distributed between August 13th – 17th in Michigan, Missouri, Ohio, Texas and Virginia and sold in various retail supermarkets. The cantaloupes are identified with a red and white sticker with KANDY across the top and UPC number code, 4050 No other products or lot code dates are affected by this recall.

There have been no reported illnesses attributed to the recalled items to date.

The recall is the result of routine sample testing conducted by the State of Michigan which revealed the presence of Salmonella in cantaloupe sold at retail.

Customers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume the products and should dispose of them. Consumers may contact Eagle Produce LLC for further information at 1-800-627-8674 Monday – Friday 9 AM – 5PM PST. Consumers with concerns about an illness from consumption of this product should contact a health care provider.

The company is cooperating with the FDA regarding this recall.

Company Contact Information

Consumers:
Eagle Produce LLC
 1-800-627-8674

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France – CHICKEN MERGUEZ – Salmonella

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Gov France

Product Category
Food
Product subcategory
Meats
Product brand name
UNBRANDED
Model names or references
UNBRANDED
Product identification
GTIN Batch Date
0250910000000 All lots Expiry date 08/21/2024
02500910000000 All lots Expiry date 08/22/2024
Packaging
White shrink-wrapped trays
Start/End of marketing date
From 08/17/2024 to 08/22/2024
Storage temperature
Product to be kept in the refrigerator
Additional information
Product sold in self-service trays
Geographic area of ​​sale
CARREFOUR CABADY
Distributors
CANABADY CROSSROADS

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France – CHICKEN CHIPOLATAS – Salmonella

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Gov France

Product Category
Food
Product subcategory
Meats
Product brand name
UNBRANDED
Model names or references
UNBRANDED
Product identification
GTIN Batch Date
0250125000000 All lots Expiry date 08/21/2024
0250125000000 All lots Expiry date 08/22/2024
Packaging
White shrink-wrapped trays
Start/End of marketing date
From 08/17/2024 to 08/22/2024
Storage temperature
Product to be kept in the refrigerator
Additional information
Product sold in self-service trays
Geographic area of ​​sale
CANABADY CROSSROADS
Distributors
CANABADY CROSSROADS

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