RASFF– E.coli O157 in Frozen Hamburgers in Sweden raw material source in the Netherlands
RASFF – Salmonella in Paan Leaves in the UK sourced in India
RASFF – E.coli in Fresh Basail leaves in Norway sourced in Vietnam
RASFF – Histamine in Chilled Tuna Products in Italy sourced in Spain
RASFF – Norovirus in Oysters in the Netherlands sourced in France
RASFF – E.coli in Boneless Beef in the Netherlands sourced in Brasil
Posted in E.coli, E.coli O157, EHEC, Eurofins Laboratories, Food Hygiene, Food Inspections, Food Microbiology, Food Safety, Food Safety Alert, Food Technology, Foodborne Illness, Histamine, Hygiene, Microbiology, Norovirus, Pathogen, RASFF, Recall, Salmonella, Virus
Tagged food, material source, norovirus, rasff, tuna products
MKG Provisions of Miami, FL is recalling Atlantic Smoked Salmon Batch# 1768
consisting of several brands of products listed below which have the potential
to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism which can
cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly
people, and others with weakened immune systems. Although healthy individuals
may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache,
stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, listeria infection can cause
miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women.
Out of an abundance of caution, Taylor Farms Retail, Inc. is initiating a voluntary recall of select Organic Baby Spinach products with the potential to be contaminated with (EHEC) Enterohaemorrhagic Escherichia coli.
Symptoms of the diseases caused by EHEC include abdominal cramps and diarrhea that may in some cases progress to bloody diarrhea. Fever and vomiting may also occur.
See Link Above for Product List
No other products or code dates are affected by this recall. The company is cooperating with the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and California Department of Public Health (CDPH) regarding this recall. There have been no reported illnesses attributed to the recalled items.
Customers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume the products and should dispose of them. Consumers may contact Taylor Farms Retail, Inc. for further information at 855-293-9811. Consumers with concerns about an illness from consumption of this product should contact a health care provider.
RASFF – Salmonella in Dried Green Pepper in Estonia sourced in India via Germany
RASFF – Salmonella in Beef Trimings in Sweden sourced in Poland via the Netherlands and Germany
RASFF – Norovirus in Chilled Oysters in Italy sourced in France
RASFF – Hepatitis A Virus in Pitted Dates in Netherlands sourced in Algeria via France
Carrefour Recall – Noroviurs in Oysters
RASFF – Aflatoxins in Maize in Cyprus sourced in Greece
RASFF – Aflatoxins in Almone Powder in Belgium sourced in Ghana
RASFF – Salmonella in Frozen Beef in Sweden sourced in Poland
RASFF – Salmonella in Pasteurised Cows Milk Cheese in France
Posted in Aflatoxin, Allergic Reaction, Bacteria, Eurofins Laboratories, Food Hygiene, Food Inspections, Food Poisoning, Food Safety, Food Safety Alert, Food Technology, Food Testing, Food Virus, Hepatitis A, Hygiene, Microbiology, Moulds, Mycotoxin, Norovirus, Ochratoxin, Pathogen, RASFF, Recall
Tagged cows milk, food, green pepper, hepatitis a virus, milk cheese
RASFF – Salmonella in Bovine Meat in Sweden sourced in Ireland
RASFF – Salmonella in Chilled Beef in Sweden sourced in Ireland
RASFF – Moulds in Soft Toffee in Czech Republic sourced in Poland
RASFF– Histamine in Tuna in Italy sourced in Spain
RASFF – E.coli in Live Bivalve Molluscs in the Netherlands sourced in Denmark
France – Norovirus warning for the English Channel
Due to poisonings related to collective consumption of shellfish, fish and shellfish all marketing from one of the main production areas of Lower Normandy oysters in an area about 5 kilometers Blainville-sur-Mer , in the English Channel, is prohibited. Products shipped since January 28 are recalled to be destroyed, said Thursday the prefecture of Manche.
Posted in Bacteria, E.coli, Eurofins Laboratories, Food Hygiene, Food Inspections, Food Poisoning, Food Safety, Food Safety Alert, Food Technology, Food Testing, Food Virus, Histamine, Microbiology, Moulds, Norovirus, Pathogen, RASFF, Recall, Salmonella, Virus
Tagged environment, science
Reference Number: 7796 Recalling Firm: GNG FOOD SERVICE INC. Date of Recall: 2/5/2013 Recall Classification: 1 Distribution : Ontario Extent of the Product Distribution : Hotel/Restaurant/Institutional
Product List
| Brand Name | Common Name | Size | Codes(s) on Product | UPC | Reason for Recall: |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GNG FOOD SERVICE INC. | HUMMOUS | 5 kg | Production Date: 20 January, 2013 Expiry Date: 04 February, 2013; Production Date: 24 January, 2013 Expiry Date: 08 February, 2013; Production Date: 28 January, 2013 Expiry Date: 12 February, 2013 | None / Aucun | Microbiological – Listeria |
| GNG FOOD SERVICE INC. | HUMMOUS | 11 kg | Production Date: 20 January, 2013 Expiry Date: 04 February, 2013; Production Date: 24 January, 2013 Expiry Date: 08 February, 2013; Production Date: 28 January, 2013 Expiry Date: 12 February, 2013 | None / Aucun | Microbiological – Listeria |
Sprouters Northwest is voluntarily recalling all varieties of sprouts products, wheatgrass and pea shoots due to the potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Although healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, listeria infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women. There have been no illnesses reported to date.
All varieties of sprouts products including 3-Bean Munchie, Alfalfa, Bean, Broccoli, Brocco Sandwich sprouts, Clover, Deli, Spicy; Wheatgrass and Pea Shoots that were distributed through 1/30/2013 in Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, Washington, and British Columbia, Canada through retail stores and food service distribution chain.
The affected products are sold under the Sprouters Northwest, LifeForce and Brassica brand names and are packaged in plastic clamshell containers, plastic cups, plastic trays in 3 oz., 4 oz., 5 oz., and in plastic 1 lb. 2lb, or 5lb. bags. The Best by Dates are including all and up to 2/17/2013. Trader Joe’s Organic Pea Shoots (SKU 92756), packaged in a 4 oz. clamshell offered only in Oregon and Washington state are also affected. The Best by Dates are through 02/16/13. The Best by Date sticker is located in the top right hand corner, front of the package.
The problem was identified through surveillance finished products samples collected at retail locations and at the firm by the Washington State Department of Agriculture. Sprouters Northwest is working with WSDA and the Food & Drug Administration on this recall.
Consumers who have purchased a specific lot of items mentioned above are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund or dispose of it. Consumers with questions may contact the Sprouters Northwest at 1-253-872-0577 from 7AM to 2PM PST.
The UK’s relationship with the European Union continues to hit the headlines, highlighting the debate under way on whether the EU works in the interest of its citizens. As a contribution to the discussion, the latest issue of the FSA’s Bite magazine examines the UK’s interaction with Brussels in the area of food safety.
Abstract
To understand the general trends and status of China’s food safety, we analyzed 2387 individual incidents of acute foodborne illnesses that had been reported by medical professionals in published journal papers during the last decade. As a result, 99,487 illnesses and 380 deaths were found in these 2387 incidents. In our analysis, we tried to understand the risks of acute foodborne illnesses and deaths corresponding to food pathogens, food location and settings, implicated food vehicles, sources of contamination and human causes. Based on our analysis, we made recommendations for risk communication, risk management and future research in regard to foodborne illnesses in China.
► We analyze China’s food safety problem in the case of acute foodborne illness. ► Data were extracted from detailed reports on 2387 incidents of foodborne illness. ► Risk factors are discussed from multiple perspectives. ► Recommendation for policies and strategies towards food safety are provided. ► This is so far the most comprehensive analysis of acute foodborne illness in China.
Posted in Eurofins Laboratories, Food Chemistry, Food Hygiene, Food Illness, Food Poisoning, Food Safety, Food Safety Alert, Food Technology, Food Testing, Foodborne Illness, Methods, Microbiology, outbreak, Pathogen, Research
Tagged climate, food safety problem, food vehicles, foodborne illnesses, illness data, research
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