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USA – E. coli Outbreak with Unknown Food Source

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CDC

Fast Facts
  • Illnesses: 84
  • Hospitalizations: 38
  • Deaths: 0
  • States: 4
  • Recall: No
  • Investigation status: Active
Illustration of E. coli pathogen
Update on the Source

A specific food has not yet been confirmed as the source of this outbreak, but many sick people reported eating sandwiches with romaine lettuce at Wendy’s restaurants in Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, and Pennsylvania before getting sick. Based on this information, Wendy’s has taken the precautionary measure of removing the romaine lettuce being used in sandwiches from restaurants in that region. Wendy’s uses a different type of romaine lettuce for salads. Investigators are working to confirm whether romaine lettuce is the source of this outbreak, and whether romaine lettuce used in Wendy’s sandwiches was served or sold at other businesses. Wendy’s is fully cooperating with the investigation.

What You Should Do

CDC is not advising that people avoid eating at Wendy’s restaurants or that people stop eating romaine lettuce.

  • Wendy’s has taken the precautionary measure of removing the romaine lettuce being used in sandwiches from restaurants in this region.
  • At this time, there is no evidence to indicate that romaine lettuce sold in grocery stores, served in other restaurants, or in people’s homes is linked to this outbreak.
  • CDC will update this advice if the investigation identifies foods to avoid.

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Denmark – Mould/Mold on MOSHgifler

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DVFA

MOSH by Faiza is recalling MOSH date gels due to the presence of mold

Recalled Foods , Published: August 29, 2022

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Which foods:
MOSH slaps
Net weight: 160 g
Best before date: 31-10-2022 and 30-11-2022
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Sold in:
Irma stores and Menu throughout the country. 
Company that revokes:
MOSH by Faiza
Cause:
The company has established that there is a risk of mold in the products.
Risk:
Mold formation makes the product unsuitable as food. 
Advice for consumers:
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. 

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Luxembourg – UPDATE – RECALL: PAELLA AND THAWED RAW SHRIMP – BULK SALE – Vibrio vulnificus

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SAP

Auchan is recalling the following products:

Update *

Last name Paella
Mark Unbranded – bulk sale
Sale period from 08/17/2022 to 08/24/2022 inclusive
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Last name Thawed raw shrimp
Mark Unbranded – bulk sale
Sale period from 08/16/2022 to 08/24/2022 inclusive

Danger  : Presence of Vibrio vulnificus

Food-borne illnesses caused by Vibrio vulnificus can occasionally result in mild gastrointestinal disturbances in healthy individuals, but also in severe non-intestinal disturbances (generalized infection / sepsis) in susceptible or affected persons. pre-existing chronic conditions. In addition, skin infections are likely to occur from pre-existing wounds when handling the products .

Sale in Luxembourg by:

  • Paella  :                     Auchan – La Cloche d’or (fish stall)
  • Shrimps  :             Auchan – La Cloche d’or, Kirchberg*, Differdange* (fish stall)

A sale by other operators cannot be excluded

Source of information: Auchan recall notification

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Denmark – Mould/Mold in fresh lasagna sheets

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DVFA

COOP Denmark is recalling Nonna Elide Fresh Lasagne plates sold in Irma stores due to the discovery of mold in the product.

Recalled Foods , Published: August 25, 2022

Which foods:
Nonna Elide Fresh Lasagna sheets with eggs
Net content: 250 g
Best before date: all dates
EAN code: 7340012591008
Sold in:
Irma stores throughout the country. 
Company that revokes:
COOP Danmark A/S
Cause:
The company has established that there is a risk of mold in the products.
Risk:
Mold formation makes the product unsuitable as food. 
Advice for consumers:
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. 

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Luxembourg – RECALL: ARDO BRAND FROZEN BERRY MIX – Hepatitis A

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SAP

• Product recalls • Alerts

The Luxembourg food safety authorities are recalling the following product:

Last name Mix of frozen red fruits
Mark Ardo
Unity 1kg
Date of minimum durability (MDD) 11/11/2024
Batch 58622131

Danger: presence of the hepatitis A virus

Symptoms of hepatitis A can be mild or severe: patients may present, depending on the case, fever, feeling unwell, loss of appetite, diarrhea, nausea, abdominal discomfort, dark urine and jaundice (yellowing of the eyes and skin). Not all infected people have all of these symptoms at once and they usually appear within 14 to 28 days.

If in doubt about the appearance of a symptom after ingestion of the product, please consult a doctor.

Sale in Luxembourg by: Auchan, Massen, Orangerie, Pall Center, Cora Concorde

A sale by other operators cannot be excluded.

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Canada – Mother Dairy brand Paneer Fresh Cheese recalled due to generic E. coli

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CFIA

Summary

Product
Paneer Fresh Cheese
Issue
Food – Microbial Contamination – E. Coli – non-pathogenic
What to do

Do not use, sell, serve or distribute the affected products.

Audience
Retail

Affected products

Issue

Mother Dairy brand Paneer Fresh Cheese recalled due to generic E. coli.

The recalled products have been sold in Alberta and Ontario.

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Singapore – SFA recalls My Mum’s Cookies Premium Mao Shan Wang Snowskin Mooncake (Vegan) due to presence of E.Coli

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SFA

The Singapore Food Agency (SFA) has detected Escherichia coli (E. Coli),at levels exceeding the microbial limits for Ready-To-Eat (RTE) food stated in the Singapore Food Regulations, in My Mum’s Cookies Premium Mao Shan Wang Snowskin Mooncake (Vegan).
2 As a precautionary measure, SFA has directed the importer, Easy Mix Pte. Ltd, to recall the implicated product. The recall is ongoing.
3 Under the Singapore Food Regulations, a person must not import, sell, manufacture or produce for sale, any article of RTE food that does not comply with any relevant microbiological standard specified in the Eleventh Schedule.
4 E. coli is a bacteria that is normally found in the intestines of people and animals. While most species of E. coli are harmless, some types can cause diarrhoea, stomach pain, cramps and fever. Vulnerable individuals with weakened immune systems may experience more severe symptoms. Foodborne pathogens like E. coli can be introduced during the production process when cross-contamination occurs, particularly when good hand hygiene is not practised.
5Consumers who have purchased the affected product should not consume it. Those that have consumed the implicated product and have concerns about their health should seek medical advice. Consumers can contact their point of purchase for enquiries.
6More information on the safety of mooncakes can be found here: https://www.sfa.gov.sg/food-information/risk-at-a-glance/safety-of-mooncakes

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France – Preparation of minced beef seasoned 5% fat – Salmonella

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Gov france

Identification information of the recalled product

  • Product category Feed
  • Product subcategory Meats
  • Product brand name Unbranded
  • Model names or references Portioned and bulk
  • Identification of products
    Batch
    Manufactured on 08/23/2022
  • Marketing start/end date From 08/23/2022 to 08/23/2022
  • Storage temperature Product to be stored in the refrigerator
  • Geographic area of ​​sale HENRI BOUCHER HAUBOURDIN, 9000 RUE FIDELE L’HERMITTE, 59320 HAUBOURDIN
  • Distributors HENRI BOUCHER HAUBOURDIN, 9000 RUE FIDELE L’HERMITTE, 59320 HAUBOURDIN

Practical information regarding the recall

  • Reason for recall Non-compliant microbiological self-check result
  • Risks incurred by the consumer Salmonella spp (causative agent of salmonellosis)

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France – Espelette pepper pâté – Listeria monocytogenes

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Gov france

Identification information of the recalled product

  • Product category Feed
  • Product subcategory Meats
  • Product brand name Unbranded
  • Model names or references Espelette pepper paste
  • Identification of products
    GTIN Batch Date
    2311352034741 22202P1TP Use-by date 01/10/2022
  • Marketing start/end date Since 08/16/2022
  • Storage temperature Product to be stored in the refrigerator
  • Health mark40,122,001
  • Further information Product sold at the traditional stand
  • Geographic area of ​​sale A Franprix store Blanc Mesnil 93150
  • Distributors FRANPRIX

Practical information regarding the recall

  • Reason for recall Presence of Listeria
  • Risks incurred by the consumer Listeria monocytogenes (causative agent of listeriosis)

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USA – Keswick Creamery at Carrock Farm, LLC Recalls Cheese Because of Possible Health Risk – Listeria monocytogenes

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FDA

Keswick Creamery

Keswick Creamery of Newburg, Pa is recalling Calverley Cheese, Vulkwin’s Folly Cheese, Vermeer Cheese, Havarti Cheese, Wallaby Cheese, Cider Washed Tomme Cheese, Feta Cheese, Whole Milk Ricotta, Bovre Cheese (plain, oregano and garlic, herbes de provence, cranberry and honey) and Quark Cheese (plain, dill and onion), because it has 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.

All Cheeses were distributed at Dupont Circle Freshfarm Market in Washington, D.C.; Takoma Park Farmers Market in Takoma Park, Maryland; Smith Meadows Farm Store in Berryville, Virginia; Oylers Organic Farms and Market in Biglerville, Pennsylvania; and Talking Breads Farm Store in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania.

The cheeses will be labeled from Keswick Creamery, with the cheese name on the label.

  • Calverley Cheese in 4 oz to 12 oz packages, price and weight labeled in red, black, or purple ink
  • Vulkwin’s Folly Cheese in 4 oz to 12 oz packages, price and weight labeled in red, black, or purple ink
  • Havarti Cheese in 4 oz to 12 oz packages, price and weight labeled in red, black, or purple ink
  • Vermeer Cheese in 4 oz to 12 oz packages, price and weight labeled in red, black, or purple ink
  • Wallaby Cheese in 4 oz to 12 oz packages, price and weight labeled in red, black, or purple ink
  • Cider Washed Tomme Cheese in 4 oz to 12 oz packages, price and weight labeled in red, black, or purple ink
  • Feta cheese in 4 oz to 12 oz packages, price and weight labeled in red, black, or purple ink
  • Whole Milk Ricotta, 8 oz and 16 oz clear deli container, expiration dates 7/18/22, 7/25/22, 8/1/22, 8/8/22, 8/18/22
  • Bovre Cheese (plain, oregano and garlic, herbes de Provence, cranberry and honey), 8oz clear deli container, expiration dates 7/25/22, 8/1/22, 8/8/22, 8/22/22
  • Quark Cheese (plain and dill and onion), 8 oz and 16 oz clear deli container, expiration dates 7/7/22, 8/4/22, 8/25/22

No illnesses have been reported to date.

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