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Australia – Koo canned mixed vegetable varieties – Microbial Contamination

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FSANZ

Product information

Sapro Australia is conducting a recall of a variety of Koo brand vegetable products:

Baked Beans in Tomato Sauce; Butter Beans in Flavoured Brine; Butter Beans in Tomato Sauce; Corn Creamstyle Sweetcorn; Whole Kernel Sweetcorn in Brine; Mixed Vegetables in Hot Curry Sauce; Mixed Vegetables in Curry Sauce; Mixed Vegetables in Brine; Baked Beans in Chilli Sauce.

The products have been available for sale at independent food retailers nationwide.

Date markings

Date of Manufacture from 1/5/2019 up to and including 5/5/2021.

Koo canned vegetables

Problem

The recall is due to potential microbial contamination as a result of a canning failure.

Food safety hazard

Food products with potential microbial contamination may cause illness if consumed.

Country of origin

South Africa

What to do​

Consumers should not eat this product and should return the products to the place of purchase for a full refund. Any consumers concerned about their health should seek medical advice.

For further information please contact:

Sapro Australia
0414070564
www.saproaustralia.com.au

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Canada – Updated Food Recall Warning – Cahill’s brand Original Irish Porter Cheese recalled due to Listeria monocytogenes

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CFIA

Recall details

Ottawa, August 3, 2021 – The food recall warning issued on July 23, 2021 has been updated to include additional distribution information. This additional information was identified during the Canadian Food Inspection Agency’s (CFIA) food safety investigation.

Tree of Life Canada ULC is recalling Cahill’s brand Original Irish Porter Cheese from the marketplace due to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination. Consumers should not consume the recalled products described below.

Recalled product

Brand Product Size UPC Codes
Cahill’s Original Irish Porter Cheese 2.27 kg 00034463010160 22-JA-13
21125
Cahill’s Original Irish Porter Cheese 200 g 00034463016056 21-DE-13
21126

What you should do

If you think you became sick from consuming a recalled product, call your doctor.

Check to see if you have the recalled products in your home. Recalled products should be thrown out or returned to the store where they were purchased.

Food contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes may not look or smell spoiled but can still make you sick. Symptoms can include vomiting, nausea, persistent fever, muscle aches, severe headache and neck stiffness. Pregnant women, the elderly and people with weakened immune systems are particularly at risk. Although infected pregnant women may experience only mild, flu-like symptoms, the infection can lead to premature delivery, infection of the newborn or even stillbirth. In severe cases of illness, people may die.

Background

This recall was triggered by the company. The CFIA is conducting a food safety investigation, which may lead to the recall of other products. If other high-risk products are recalled, the CFIA will notify the public through updated Food Recall Warnings.

The CFIA is verifying that industry is removing the recalled products from the marketplace.

Illnesses

There have been no reported illnesses associated with the consumption of these products.

Related recalls

2021-07-23 – Cahill’s brand Original Irish Porter Cheese recalled due to Listeria monocytogenes

2021-07-27 – Cahills brand Porter Irish Cheddar recalled due to Listeria monocytogenes

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  • Cahill's – Original Irish Porter Cheese – 2.27 kilograms
  • Cahill's – Original Irish Porter Cheese – 200 grams

Public enquiries and media

Public enquiries
Toll-free: 1-800-442-2342 (Canada and U.S.)
Telephone: 1-613-773-2342 (local or international)
Email: information@inspection.gc.ca
Media relations
Telephone: 613-773-6600
Email: cfia.media.acia@inspection.gc.ca
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USA – Pure Eire Dairy closes in wake of E. coli outbreak

Posted on August 2, 2021 by | Leave a comment

Food Safety News

Pure Eire Dairy in Washington state has closed down for good. State officials linked the dairy to an outbreak of E. Coli infections beginning in May.

As of June 24 there were 17 confirmed patients in the outbreak. Ten of the patients are younger than 10 years old. Ten of the 17 patients have had such severe symptoms they had to be admitted to hospitals. The Washington health department has not released the ages of those who have hospitalized.

Of the 17 outbreak patients, four have developed hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS), a type of kidney failure that can be fatal. Three of the patients live in Arizona and are thought to have become infected through person-to-person contact by visitors from Washington.

Most of the sick people reported eating organic yogurt made by the Pure Eire Dairy in Othello, WA. Both PCC brand and Pure Eire brand yogurt have been recalled.

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France – HEADCHEESE – Listeria monocytogenes

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Gov france

Identifying information for the recalled product

  • Product category Food
  • Product sub-category Meats
  • Product brand name HUCKERT FARM
  • Names of models or references head cheese sv
  • Product identification
    Lot Dated
    21128H – FR 100663.5 – 21128H Use-by date 08/09/2021
  • Packaging thermoformable vacuum-packed plastic bowl
  • Start date / End of marketing From 07/19/2021 to 07/24/2021
  • Storage temperature Product to be stored in the refrigerator
  • Health mark FR 88.178.020 CE
  • Geographical sales area valley of the bruche
  • Distributors drive farmer schirmeck meadow from here (wisches)

Practical information regarding the recall

  • Reason for recall Presence of Listeria monocytogeneS
  • Risks incurred by the consumer Listeria monocytogenes (causative agent of listeriosis)
  • Consumer behavior Stop consuming
    Return the product to the point of sale
  • Sanitary recommendation People who have consumed the “products” mentioned above and who have fever, isolated or accompanied by headaches, and muscle aches, are invited to consult their doctor, notifying him of this consumption. Serious forms with neurological complications and maternal or fetal damage in pregnant women can also sometimes occur. Pregnant women as well as immunocompromised people and the elderly should pay special attention to these symptoms. Listeriosis is a disease that can be serious and can take up to eight weeks to incubate.
  • Contact number0674779014
  • Compensation modalities Repayment
  • End date of the recall procedure Sunday 15 August 2021

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Canada – Cyclospora investigation overview

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PHAC

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Cyclospora investigation overview (as of July 30, 2021)

Each spring and summer, Canada sees an increase in non-travel related Cyclospora illnesses reported to the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC). PHAC is working with its public health and food safety partners to identify possible ways infections are occurring in Canada. Previous Cyclospora illnesses have been linked to various types of imported fresh produce, including pre-packaged salad mix, basil, cilantro, berries, lettuce, and snow and snap peas. Learn more about the causes, symptoms and risks of infection, as well as how to prevent and treat an illness.

At a glance
Investigation status Ongoing
Case count 48
Provinces/Territories
  • British Columbia (2)
  • Ontario (37)
  • Quebec (9)
Hospitalizations 1
Deaths 0
Gender 22 males
26 females
Age range in years 13 – 91
Recall NO
Public Health Notice NO

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Romania – Botulism cases reported in Romania; homemade ham implicated

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Food Safety News

CDC Clost Spore

Two people in Romania have been diagnosed with botulism, according to Agerpres, the country’s news agency.

This past weekend, a man went to hospital in the city of Arad and his wife was later diagnosed as being infected. They are believed to have eaten homemade ham.

The news agency reported that there was no antitoxin available so health officials had to get some from Moldova. Both patients remain under observation in hospital.

Botulism poisoning is a rare illness caused by toxins produced by Clostridium botulinum bacteria.

A recent study analyzed the clinical and epidemiological data of patients diagnosed with botulism and hospitalized at one facility in Romania. Findings were published in the journal Environmental Science and Pollution Research.

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USA – Apparent Food Poisoning Sends Milwaukee Police Officers To Hospital

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Seehafer News

Milwaukee police confirm that “several” officers had to seek hospital treatment after they were sickened in an apparent case of food poisoning.

Multiple sources indicate the number of sick officers was 11.

The food was apparently prepared privately and didn’t come from a restaurant.

The officers involved work at Police District 5, just north of the downtown Milwaukee area.

They were celebrating the retirement of a supervisor and the promotion for another person.

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France – Gala artisanal apple puree with no added sugars – Mycotoxin – Patulin

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Gov france

Identifying information for the recalled product

  • Product category Food
  • Product sub-category Fruits and vegetables
  • Product brand name  Carrefour Quality Line
  • Names of models or references Homemade apple puree without added sugar Gala glass jar 500g
  • Product identification
    GTIN Lot Dated
    3523680410190 All lots Date of minimum durability 02/13/2022
  • Packaging500g glass jar
  • Start date / End of marketing From 03/08/2021 to 07/30/2021
  • Storage temperature Product to be stored at room temperature
  • Further information Supplier name: SAS, ZA de la Belle Croix 2, 72510 Requeil
  • Geographical sales area Whole France
  • Distributors crossroads

Practical information regarding the recall

  • Reason for recall potential presence of patulin at a threshold exceeding the maximum authorized regulatory threshold.
  • Risks incurred by the consumer Other biological contaminants
  • Consumer behaviour Stop consuming
    Return the product to the point of sale
    Contact the consumer service
    Destroy the product
  • Contact number0969397000
  • Compensation modalities Repayment
  • End date of the recall procedure Monday, August 30, 2021
  • Additional public information For any additional information, you can contact the Carrefour consumer service by dialling the following number 09 69 39 7000 from Monday to Saturday between 9 a.m. and 7 p.m. (non-surcharged call from a landline).

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France – Snout and pork head salad – Listeria monocytogenes

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Gov france

Identifying information for the recalled product

  • Product category Food
  • Product sub-category Meats
  • Product brand name Nébouzan charcuterie
  • Names of models or references Designed on: 19/07/2021
  • Product identification
    Lot
    Designed on: 19/07/2021
  • Products ListDocument_pour_reppel_conso.pdf Attachment
  • Packaging Product sold in bulk.
  • Start date / End of marketing From 07/20/2021 to 07/22/2021
  • Storage temperature Product to be stored in the refrigerator
  • Geographical sales area Departments: HAUTE-GARONNE (31), HAUTES-PYRENEES (65)
  • Distributors Sale in the Charcuterie Casties Rue Verdun in Miramont de Comminges and on the markets of Luchon, Lannemezan and Arreau.
  • List of points of saleDocument_pour_reppel_conso.pdf

Practical information regarding the recall

  • Reason for recall Presence of Listeria
  • Risks incurred by the consumer Listeria monocytogenes (causative agent of listeriosis)
  • Consumer behavior Stop consuming
    Stop using the product
    Destroy the product
  • Sanitary recommendation People who have consumed the “products” mentioned above and who have fever, isolated or accompanied by headaches, and muscle aches, are invited to consult their doctor, notifying him of this consumption. Serious forms with neurological complications and maternal or fetal damage in pregnant women can also sometimes occur. Pregnant women as well as immunocompromised people and the elderly should pay special attention to these symptoms. Listeriosis is a disease that can be serious and can take up to eight weeks to incubate.
  • Contact number0561882184
  • Compensation modalities Other (see additional information)
  • End date of the recall procedure Sunday 15 August 2021
  • Additional public information

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Singapore – Downgrading of food stall, Al Habib Indian Muslim Food (Block 312A Sumang Link, #01-05 Punggol Parcvista Singapore 821312), due to food poisoning incident

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SFA

18 persons were reported to have gastroenteritis symptoms after consuming food prepared at Al Habib Indian Muslim Food on 23 January 2021. None of them were hospitalised.
A joint inspection by the Ministry of Health and the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) was conducted at the food stall on 26 January 2021. Several hygiene lapses were identified during the inspection and SFA is taking enforcement action against the licensee for these lapses.
SFA has adjusted the restaurant’s food hygiene grade from “B” to “C” with effect from 30 July 2021, to be reviewed in 12 months. The premises will also be kept under surveillance.
Food operators are reminded to adhere to good food hygiene and safety processes. Good hygiene practices such as the washing of hands before handling food can greatly reduce the incidence of gastroenteritis when adopted by all key stakeholders, including the industry and public.
The information provided on this website should not be used as basis for any legal proceedings. Neither SFA nor any of its employees involved in the supply of the above information shall be liable for any loss or damage suffered by any member of the public by reason of any error or omission of whatever nature appearing therein or however caused.

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