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USA – Outbreak Investigation of Salmonella Typhimurium: BrightFarms Packaged Salad Greens (July 2021) – Update

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FDA

Outbreak Investigation of Salmonella Typhimurium in BrightFarms Sunny Crunch Salad - Product Image (July 15, 2021)

Do not eat, sell, or serve recalled BrightFarms Packaged Salad Greens produced in IL facility

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Ireland – Recall of Certain Batches of Sheridan’s Cheesemongers Ltd 15 Fields Whole Wheels due to the Detection of Listeria monocytogenes

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FSAI

Summary
Category 1: For Action
Alert Notification: 2021.48
Product: Sheridan’s Cheesemongers Ltd 15 Fields Whole Wheel
Batch Code: 1137 and 1138
Country Of Origin: Ireland

Message:

Sheridan’s Cheesemongers Ltd. is recalling the above batches of its 15 Fields Whole Wheels due to the detection of Listeria monocytogenes. The implicated batches may have been sold via cheese counters and delis.  Point-of-sale recall notices will be displayed in stores supplied with the implicated batches.

Nature Of Danger:

Symptoms of Listeria monocytogenes infection can include mild flu-like symptoms, or gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea.  In rare cases, the infection can be more severe, causing serious complications. Some people are more vulnerable to Listeria monocytogenes infections, including pregnant women, babies, and people with weakened immune systems, including the elderly.  The incubation period (time between initial infection and first symptoms appearing) is on average 3 weeks but can range between 3 and 70 days.

Action Required:

Manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, caterers & retailers:

Retailers are requested to remove the implicated batches from sale and to display a point-of-sale recall notice in stores where the affected batches were sold.

Consumers:

Consumers are advised not to eat the implicated batches.

Sheridan’s Cheesemongers

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France – Mainly children ill in French Salmonella outbreak – Fuet

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Food Safety News

Almost 50 people are sick in France with Salmonella infections after eating a type of dry cured sausage from Spain.

In total, 45 people have been affected including 27 children. All sick people interviewed so far mentioned eating fuet before onset of symptoms.

Strains of monophasic Salmonella typhimurium sharing the same genetic characteristics were identified between June 24 and July 15 by the National Reference Center for Salmonella. This means they are likely to be from the same source.

The link with consumption of fuet produced by the Spanish company Embutidos Caula SL was made by the General Directorate of Food (DGAL), General Directorate of Health and Santé Publique France.

All batches and dates of fuet sold under different brand names that are marked ES 10.01865/GE CE have been withdrawn from sale or recalled.

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France – Product recall: Brie de Normandie with raw milk stuffed with MONS brand truffles – Listeria monocytogenes

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ENCOUNTERED PROBLEM

Presence of Listeria monocytogenes

PROPOSED SOLUTION

People who may have this product are asked not to consume it and to return it to the point of sale where it was purchased.

People who have consumed this product and who present with fever, isolated or accompanied by headaches, are invited to consult their attending physician, notifying him of this consumption.
Pregnant women should pay special attention to these symptoms, as well as immunocompromised people and the elderly. These symptoms may suggest listeriosis, a disease that can be serious and can take up to eight weeks to incubate.

FURTHER INFORMATION

▸ Names of models or references
Les Truffiers – Brie de Normandie with raw milk

▸ Barcode
…

▸ Lot
040621
080621
250521

▸ DLC – DDM
06/25/2021
06/29/2021
06/15/2021

▸ Packaging
…

▸ Start date / End of marketing
From 05/31/2021 to 06/29/2021

▸ Health mark
42.232.001

▸ Geographical area of ​​sales throughout
France

▸ Distributors
THE COMPTOIR DES NEW FROMAGERS EURL MONS HALLES DIDEROT EURL MONS CHARLIEU FROMAGERIE DE LA CROIX ROUSSE FROMAGERIE DU CANNET FROMAGERIE MONS – HALLES DE LYON FROMAGERIE MONS -8- FRERES LUMIERE

▸ Consumer service contact
…

▸ Source
Mons Fromager Affineur

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France – Product recall: le habert brand yogurt – E.coli

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ENCOUNTERED PROBLEM

Presence of Escherichia coli

PROPOSED SOLUTION

People who hold the product in question are asked not to consume them – and more particularly young children, pregnant women, immunocompromised people and the elderly – and to return them to the point of sale where they were purchased.

People who have consumed it and who present symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal pain or vomiting should consult their doctor as soon as possible, mentioning this consumption and the possible link with the bacterium Escherichia coli.

In the absence of symptoms within 10 days after consuming the affected products, there is no need to worry and consult a doctor.

The E. coli bacterium is naturally present in the digestive microflora of humans and warm-blooded animals. Some strains of E. coli are pathogenic, and can be responsible in humans for various disorders ranging from mild diarrhea to more serious forms such as hemorrhagic diarrhea or severe kidney damage such as HUS, mainly in young children.

FURTHER INFORMATION

▸ Model names or references
yogurt le habert

▸ Barcode
…

▸ Lot
25.06

▸ DLC – DDM
06/25/2021

▸
Yoghurt packs sold by 2

▸ Start date / End of marketing
From 06/03/2021 to 06/15/2021

▸ Health mark
FR 73-107-006 CE

▸ Geographical sales area
ISERE (38), SAVOIE (73)

▸ Distributors
Grocery Jay le Sappey in Chartreuse / Fromagerie Arpin in Saint Pierre d’Entremont / Spar in Saint Pierre d’Entremont / Sica du granier Store in Entremont le vieux / Sica du granier Market in Saint Etienne de Crossey / Spar in Saint Pierre de Chartreuse

▸ Consumer service contact
0620654562

▸ Source
ESPOIR 73 Fromagerie le habert

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France – Product recall: le habert brand cheese – E.coli

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Oulah

ENCOUNTERED PROBLEM

Presence of Escherichia coli

PROPOSED SOLUTION

People who hold the product in question are asked not to consume them – and more particularly young children, pregnant women, immunocompromised people and the elderly – and to return them to the point of sale where they were purchased.

People who have consumed it and who present symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal pain or vomiting should consult their doctor as soon as possible, mentioning this consumption and the possible link with the bacterium Escherichia coli.

In the absence of symptoms within 10 days after consuming the affected products, there is no need to worry and consult a doctor.

The E. coli bacterium is naturally present in the digestive microflora of humans and warm-blooded animals. Some strains of E. coli are pathogenic, and can be responsible in humans for various disorders ranging from mild diarrhea to more serious forms such as hemorrhagic diarrhea or severe kidney damage such as HUS, mainly in young children.

FURTHER INFORMATION

▸ Names of models or references
Planou / Gros Planou / Fagotin

▸ Barcode
…

▸ Lot
94
96

▸ DLC – DDM
…

▸
Yoghurt packs sold by 2

▸ Start date / End of marketing
From 06/19/2021 to 07/05/2021

▸ Health mark
FR 73-107-006 CE

▸ Geographical area of ​​sales throughout
France

▸ Distributors
Grocery Jay le Sappey in Chartreuse / Fromagerie Arpin in Saint Pierre d’Entremont / Spar in Saint Pierre d’Entremont / Sica du granier Store in Entremont le vieux / Sica du granier Market in Saint Etienne de Crossey / Spar in Saint Pierre de Chartreuse

▸ Consumer service contact
0620654562

▸ Source
ESPOIR 73 Fromagerie le habert

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France – FUET (Spanish dry sausage) or product whose trade name contains the word FUET – Salmonella

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Gov france

Identifying information for the recalled product

  • Product category Food
  • Product sub-category Meats
  • Product brand name All marks
  • Names of models or references All references (weight, presentation, composition, seasoning …)
  • Product identification
    Lot
    All lots
  • Packaging conditioned / wrapped or not
  • Storage temperature Product to be stored at room temperature
  • Health mark ES 10.01865 / GE CE
  • Geographical sales area Whole France
  • Distributors Unspecified

Practical information regarding the recall

  • Reason for recall As a precautionary measure, fuets, made in Spain (health mark ES 10.01865 / GE CE) and consumed by patients who are likely to be contaminated by salmonella, are withdrawn from the market in France.
  • Risks incurred by the consumerSalmonella spp (causative agent of salmonellosis)
  • Consumer behavior Stop consuming
    Return the product to the point of sale
  • Sanitary recommendation Food poisoning caused by salmonella results in gastrointestinal disorders (diarrhea, vomiting) of sudden onset often accompanied by fever and headaches which generally occur 6 to 72 hours after consumption of the contaminated products. These symptoms may be more pronounced in young children, pregnant women, immunocompromised individuals and the elderly. People who have consumed these products and who present these symptoms are invited to consult their doctor, notifying him of this consumption. In the absence of symptoms within 7 days after consuming the affected products, there is no need to worry and consult a doctor. If the product must be cooked before consumption:
  • Compensation modalities Other (see additional information)
  • Additional public informationhttps://agriculture.gouv.fr/retrait-et-rappel-de-fuets-saucisses-seches-espagnoles-contamines-par-des-salmonelles-0

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Germany – Creamy Almond Ready to Eat Vegan Sauce

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LMV

Warning type:Food
Date of first publication:07/16/2021
Product name:

Creamy Almond Ready to eat vegan sauce

Product pictures:

Product image.JPG

Press release

Manufacturer (distributor):

Joy in a Jar Friedberger Landstrasse 138 60316 Frankfurt am Main

Reason for warning:

Detection of Clostridium botulinum

Packaging Unit:300 ml
Durability:

all best before

Additional Information:

Toxins in food that are produced by Clostridium botulinum bacteria can cause severe poisoning (food botulism), which can be life-threatening. Already a few hours after consumption, paralysis can begin, which manifests itself as blurred vision, double vision, photophobia, swallowing disorders and dry mouth. The paralysis can progressively affect the respiratory and heart muscles. Possible early symptoms are headache, diarrhea and vomiting.

People who have consumed the affected food and develop symptoms within 36 hours of consumption should seek medical treatment immediately and suspect food botulism. Early diagnosis and treatment can save lives. Seeking preventive medical treatment without symptoms does not make sense.

The product was marketed through two retail outlets in Frankfurt am Main and one retail outlet in Berlin. All customers who had purchased the product online were informed individually by the company by email.

The already existing recall for the best before 01.09.2021 has been extended to all best before. Further information can be found in the attached press release.

Homepage of the manufacturer:

https://joyfuljars.eu/
Contact to the responsible authorities:

Berlin:poststelle@senjustva.berlin.de

Hesse:Schnellwarnung@rpda.hessen.de
Press releases and information
title Attachment or web link
Press release
Press release.pdf

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Canada – Updated Food Recall Warning – La Bella Contadina brand Burrata Nadi con latte di bufala (cheese) recalled due to Listeria monocytogenes

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CFIA

Recall details

Ottawa, July 17, 2021 – The food recall warning issued on July 14, 2021 has been updated to include additional product information. This additional information was identified during the Canadian Food Inspection Agency’s (CFIA) food safety investigation.

Fruiterie Milano Inc. is recalling La Bella Contadina brand Burrata Nadi con latte di bufala (cheese) from the marketplace due to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination. Consumers should not consume the recalled product described below.

Recalled product

Brand Product Size UPC Codes
La Bella Contadina Burrata Nadi con latte di bufala (cheese) 125 g 8 032891 701331 21/07/21
L21177

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 product 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 CFIA test results. 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 product from the marketplace.

Illnesses

There have been no reported illnesses associated with the consumption of this product.

Related recalls

2021-07-14 – La Bella Contadina brand Burrata Nadi con latte di bufala (cheese) recalled due to Listeria monocytogenes

Product photos

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  • La Bella Contadina – Burrata Nadi con latte di bufala (cheese) – 125 grams (front)
  • La Bella Contadina – Burrata Nadi con latte di bufala (cheese) – 125 grams (back)
  • La Bella Contadina – Burrata Nadi con latte di bufala (cheese) – 125 grams (Nutrition Facts)
  • La Bella Contadina – Burrata Nadi con latte di bufala (cheese) – 125 grams (side)
  • La Bella Contadina – Burrata Nadi con latte di bufala (cheese) – 125 grams (UPC)
  • La Bella Contadina – Burrata Nadi con latte di bufala (cheese) – 125 grams (lot code)

Public enquiries and media

Company information
Fruiterie Milano Inc.: Antonietta Matera, 514-273-8558 extension 225
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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France – Cheese – STEC E.coli

Posted on July 16, 2021 by | Leave a comment

Gov france

Identifying information for the recalled product

  • Product category Food
  • Product sub-category Milk and dairy products
  • Product brand name the habert
  • Names of models or references Planou / Gros Planou / Fagotin
  • Product identification
    Lot
    Lot 94
    Lot 96
  • Packaging individual
  • Start date / End of marketing From 06/19/2021 to 07/05/2021
  • Storage temperature Product to be stored in the refrigerator
  • Health markFR 73-107-006 CE
  • Geographical sales area Whole France
  • Distributors Jay le Sappey grocery store in Chartreuse / Fromagerie Arpin in Saint Pierre d’Entremont / Spar in Saint Pierre d’Entremont / Sica du granier Store in Entremont le vieux / Sica du granier Market in Saint Etienne de Crossey / Spar in Saint Pierre de Chartreuse

Practical information regarding the recall

  • Reason for recall unfavorable self-control
  • Risks incurred by the consumer Toxinogenic Escherichia coli shiga (STEC)
  • Consumer behavior Stop consuming
    Destroy the product
  • Sanitary recommendation Escherichia coli  can cause in the week which follows the consumption of contaminated products, diarrhea which is sometimes bloody, abdominal pain and vomiting, with or without fever. These symptoms can be followed (5 to 8% of cases) by severe kidney complications, mainly in children. People who have consumed the products mentioned above and who present this type of symptoms are invited to consult their doctor without delay, notifying him of this consumption as well as the place and date of purchase. In the absence of symptoms within 10 days after consuming the affected products, there is no need to worry and consult a doctor. Generally speaking, the health authorities recall that as a precaution, raw milk and cheeses made from raw milk should not be consumed by young children, particularly those under 5 years old; preferred cooked cheeses (Emmental, Comté, etc.), processed cheese spreads and cheeses made from pasteurized milk. The same recommendation should be followed for pregnant women, immunocompromised people and the elderly.
  • Contact number0620654562
  • Compensation modalities Refund

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