Brand : Similac
Name : Elecare
Reason for reporting : Recall due to microbiological risk
Publication date : 23 February 2022
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Italy – Similac- Elecare – Salmonella and Cronobacter
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Canada – Certain Raw BC Oysters recalled due to Norovirus
Summary
Product
Raw BC Oysters
Issue
Food – Microbial Contamination – Norovirus
What to do
Do not use, sell, serve or distribute the affected product.
Audience
Hotels, restaurants and institutions.
Issue
Certain Raw BC Oysters recalled due to norovirus.
The recalled product has been sold in British Columbia.
| None | Raw BC Oysters | Variable – Sold by the dozen | LF 1402294 Subarea 14-8 Harvested January 31, 2022 Lot# 22020135 |
Additional information
Details
Media and public
UK – Waitrose recalls Waitrose & Partners Green Pesto with Basil because of the presence of Salmonella
Waitrose is recalling Waitrose & Partners Green Pesto with Basil because salmonella has been found in the product.
Product details
| Waitrose & Partners Green Pesto with Basil | |
|---|---|
| Pack size | 145g |
| Use by | 27 February 2022 |
Risk statement
The presence of salmonella in the product listed above.
Symptoms caused by salmonella typically include fever, diarrhoea, and abdominal cramps.
Action taken by the company
Waitrose & Partners is recalling the above product. Point of sale notices will be displayed in all retail stores that are selling this product. These notices explain to customers why the product is being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought the product.
Our advice to consumers
If you have bought the above product do not eat it. Instead, return it to the store from where it was bought for a full refund. For more information contact: Waitrose Customer Care 0800 188 884, Option 4.
UK – Abbott recalls two infant formula powders because of the possible presence of Salmonella and Cronobacter sakazakii
Abbott has taken the precautionary step of recalling various batches of Elecare Similac and Alimentum Similac infant formula powders because of the possible presence of Salmonella and Cronobacter sakazakii. Both products are foods used for special medical purposes for infants, ordinarily to be used under medical supervision. This PRIN is an update to include the possible presence of an additional pathogen and amended date and batch codes.
Product details
| Elecare Similac | |
|---|---|
| Pack size | 400g |
| Batch code | 28130Z20 |
| Best before | October 2022 |
| Elecare Similac | |
|---|---|
| Pack size | 400g |
| Batch code | 29266Z20 |
| Best before | December 2022 |
| Alimentum Similac | |
|---|---|
| Pack size | 400g |
| Batch code | 27937Z26 |
| Best before | March 2023 |
| Alimentum Similac | |
|---|---|
| Pack size | 400g |
| Batch code | 28123Z26 |
| Best before | April 2023 |
| Alimentum Similac | |
|---|---|
| Pack size | 400g |
| Batch code | 29210Z20 |
| Best before | May 2023 |
| Alimentum Similac | |
|---|---|
| Pack size | 400g |
| Batch code | 29280Z26 |
| Best before | May 2023 |
| Alimentum Similac | |
|---|---|
| Pack size | 400g |
| Batch code | 30283Z26 |
| Best before | June 2023 |
| Alimentum Similac | |
|---|---|
| Pack size | 400g |
| Batch code | 30281Z26 |
| Best before | June 2023 |
| Alimentum Similac | |
|---|---|
| Pack size | 400g |
| Batch code | 31410Z20 |
| Best before | July 2023 |
| Alimentum Similac | |
|---|---|
| Pack size | 400g |
| Batch code | 31411Z20 |
| Best before | July 2023 |
| Alimentum Similac | |
|---|---|
| Pack size | 400g |
| Batch code | 33688Z20 |
| Best before | September 2023 |
| Alimentum Similac | |
|---|---|
| Pack size | 400g |
| Batch code | 32431Z20 |
| Best before | October 2023 |
| Elecare Similac | |
|---|---|
| Pack size | 400g |
| Batch code | 30374Z20 |
| Best before | December 2022 |
| Alimentum Similac | |
|---|---|
| Pack size | 400g |
| Batch code | 34929Z20 |
| Best before | October 2023 |
| Alimentum Similac | |
|---|---|
| Pack size | 400g |
| Batch code | 35030Z20 |
| Best before | November 2023 |
| Elecare Similac | |
|---|---|
| Pack size | 400g |
| Batch code | 32422Z21 |
| Best before | February 2023 |
| Alimentum Similac | |
|---|---|
| Pack size | 400g |
| Batch code | 22333Z26 |
| Best before | October 2022 |
| Alimentum Similac | |
|---|---|
| Pack size | 400g |
| Batch code | 23443Z26 |
| Best before | November 2022 |
| Alimentum Similac | |
|---|---|
| Pack size | 400g |
| Batch code | 25550Z26 |
| Best before | January 2023 |
| Alimentum Similac | |
|---|---|
| Pack size | 400g |
| Batch code | 25564Z26 |
| Best before | January 2023 |
| Alimentum Similac | |
|---|---|
| Pack size | 400g |
| Batch code | 26867Z26 |
| Best before | February 2023 |
| Alimentum Similac | |
|---|---|
| Pack size | 400g |
| Batch code | 27936Z26 |
| Best before | March 2023 |
Risk statement
The potential presence of Salmonella and Cronobacter sakazakii in the products listed above.
Symptoms caused by Salmonella and Cronobacter sakazakii usually include fever, diarrhoea and abdominal cramps, although in severe cases may lead to sepsis or meningitis which include symptoms in infants including poor feeding, irritability, temperature changes, jaundice (yellow skin and whites of the eyes) and abnormal breaths and movements.
Action taken by the company
Abbott is recalling the above products and have contacted all stores and pharmacies that are supplying these products.
Our advice to consumers
If you have purchased or been prescribed any of the above product batches, do not feed it to your baby and return to the place of purchase. If you have additional questions, please contact Abbott on 01795 580303. If you have any concerns about the health of your baby, please seek medical advice.
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Italy – Similac – Infant Formula – Salmonella and Cronobacter
Brand: Similac
Name: Alimentum
Reason for reporting: Recall due to microbiological risk Publication date: 23 February 2
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UK – Tesco recalls Tesco Hog Roast Style Pork with Apple Sauce because it may contain Salmonella
Tesco is recalling Tesco Hog Roast Style Pork with Apple Sauce because the crackling crumb sachet within the pack may contain Salmonella.
Product details
| Tesco Hog Roast Style Pork with Apple Sauce (suitable for freezing) | |
|---|---|
| Pack size | 425g |
| Use by | 06 January 2022, 09 January 2022, 15 January 2022, 17 January 2022, 6 February 2022, 8 March 2022, 9 March 2022 |
Risk statement
The possible presence of salmonella in the product listed above.
Symptoms caused by salmonella usually include fever, diarrhoea and abdominal cramps
Action taken by the company
Tesco is recalling the above product. The company has also issued a recall notice to its customers. This notice explains to customers why the product is being recalled and tells them what to do if they have bought the product. Please see the attached notice.
Our advice to consumers
If you have bought any of the above product do not eat it. Instead, return it to the store from where it was bought for a full refund. If you require further details, please contact Tesco Customer Services directly on 0800 505 555.
Iceland – Salmonella in chicken
Matvælastofnun warns against consuming one batch of chicken from Reykjagarður due to suspicion of salmonella infection. The company has recalled the production batch.
The recall only applies to the following batch:
- Product names: Holta, Kjörfugl and Króna chicken
- Traceability number: 001-22-01-6-16. (Complete bird and chest)
- Packing dates: 15.02.22 and 16.02.22
- Distribution: Hagkaup stores, Krónan, KR, Nettó, and Kjörbúðin, Olís Varmahlíð
Consumers who have purchased chickens with this traceability number are asked to return
the product to the relevant store, or directly to Reykjagarður hf., Fossháls 1,
110 Reykjavík
France- Whole smoked duck breast – Listeria monocytogenes
Identification information of the recalled product
- Product category Food
- Product subcategory Meats
- Product brand name STORK PRODUCTS
- Model names or references Whole smoked duck breast
- Identification of products
Lot Dated 301604 Use-by date 04/29/2022 - Packaging Vacuum bag, individual
- Marketing start/end date From 08/02/2022 to 10/02/2022
- Storage temperature Product to be stored in the refrigerator
- Health mark FR 68 298 005 EC
- Geographic area of sale Whole France
- Distributors Restaurants Alsacien Nantes, Alsacien Paris 4, Alsacien Besançon, Fresh Alsacien Dijon Colmar (Colmar)
Practical information regarding the recall
- Reason for recall Suspicion of Listeria monocytogenes (less than 10/g)
- Risks incurred by the consumer Listeria monocytogenes (causative agent of listeriosis)
France – Fruit Dessert – Mycotoxin – Patulin
Identification information of the recalled product
- Product category Food
- Product subcategory Sweet products
- Product brand name Flavors of our regions
- Model names or references Apple Apricot
- Identification of products
GTIN Dated 20291495 Date of minimum durability 20/12/2024 - Packaging glass jars
- Marketing start/end date From 21/12/2021 to 18/02/2022
- Storage temperature Product to be stored at room temperature
- Further information New Aquitaine apple and Roussillon red apricot
- Geographic area of sale Regions: Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, , Burgundy-Franche-Comté, , Centre-Val de Loire, , Île-de-France, , New-Aquitaine, , Occitanie, , Provence-Alpes-Côte d’azur
- Distributors Some Lidl supermarkets. See attached list.
- List of points of sale20220201_List_SM.pdf
Practical information regarding the recall
- Reason for recall An analysis revealed a Patulin content higher than the limit authorized by European regulations.
- Risks incurred by the consumer Patulin
- Additional description of the risk Patulin is a mycotoxin which can present a health risk in the event of significant and repeated consumption over the long term.
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USA – FDA Investigation of Cronobacter and Salmonella Complaints: Powdered Infant Formula (February 2022)
Case Counts
Total Adverse Events: 4 (3 Cronobacter, 1 Salmonella)
Hospitalizations: 4
Reported Deaths: 1*
Adverse Event Dates: 9/6/2021 – 12/18/2021
States with Adverse Events: MN (1), OH (1), TX (2)
Product Distribution: Nationwide and International
*One death has been reported but has not been confirmed to be solely attributable to Cronobacter infection.
If you want to check if your powdered formula is part of the recall, you can enter the product lot code on the bottom of your package on the company’s websiteExternal Link Disclaimer.
If you have questions or need information about the recall, you can Submit Questions/Get Assistance.
If your infant is experiencing symptoms related to Cronobacter or Salmonella infection, such as poor feeding, irritability, temperature changes, jaundice, grunting breaths, abnormal movements, lethargy, rash, or blood in the urine or stool; contact your health care provider to report their symptoms and receive immediate care.
To report an illness or adverse event, you can
- Call an FDA Consumer Complaint Coordinator if you wish to speak directly to a person about your problem.
- Complete an electronic Voluntary MedWatch form online.
- Complete a paper Voluntary MedWatch form that can be mailed to FDA.
The FDA, along with CDC and state and local partners are investigating four consumer complaints of infant illness related to products from Abbott Nutrition’s Sturgis, MI facility received from 9/20/2021 to 1/11/2022. All of the cases are reported to have consumed powdered infant formula (IF) produced from Abbott Nutrition’s Sturgis, MI facility. These complaints include three reports of Cronobacter sakazakii infections and one report of Salmonella Newport infection in infants. All four cases related to these complaints were hospitalized and Cronobacter may have contributed to a death in one case.
FDA has initiated an onsite inspection at the facility. Findings to date include several positive Cronobacter results from environmental samples taken by FDA, and adverse inspectional observations by FDA investigators. A review of the firm’s internal records also indicate environmental contamination with Cronobacter sakazakii and the firm’s destruction of product due to the presence of Cronobacter.
FDA is issuing this advisory to alert consumers to avoid purchasing or using recalled powdered infant formula produced in the Sturgis, MI facility.
On 2/17/2022, Abbott Nutrition initiated a voluntary recall of certain powdered infant formulas. Products made at the Sturgis facility can be found across the United States and were likely exported to other countries as well. Canadian health officials have also issued a recall warningExternal Link Disclaimer. FDA is continuing to investigate and will update this advisory should additional consumer safety information become available.
Recommendation
The FDA is advising consumers not to use recalled Similac, Alimentum, or EleCare powdered infant formulas. Recalled products can be identified by the 7 to 9 digit code and expiration date on the bottom of the package (see image below). Products are included in the recall if they have all three items below:
- the first two digits of the code are 22 through 37 and
- the code on the container contains K8, SH, or Z2, and
- the expiration date is 4-1-2022 (APR 2022) or later.
Additional recall information is available on the FDA website. Parents can also enter their product lot code on the company’s websiteExternal Link Disclaimer to check if it is part of the recall.
Additional Information for Parents and Caregivers:
The recall does not include liquid formula products or any metabolic deficiency nutrition formulas. Consumers should continue to use all product not included in the recall.
Parents and caregivers should never dilute infant formula and should not make or feed homemade infant formula to infants. Consumers should also avoid purchasing imported formula through online sales, as it has the potential to be counterfeit.
If your regular formula is not available, contact your child’s healthcare provider for recommendations on changing feeding practices.
More information on Cronobacter and infant formula is available on CDC’s website.
Recalled powdered infant formulas have the potential to be contaminated with Cronobacter, a bacterium that can cause severe foodborne illness primarily in infants. Cronobacter infections are rare but are especially high risk for newborn infants (see symptoms below).
Cronobacter bacteria can cause severe, life-threatening infections (sepsis) or meningitis (an inflammation of the membranes that protect the brain and spine). Symptoms of sepsis and meningitis may include poor feeding, irritability, temperature changes, jaundice (yellow skin and whites of the eyes), grunting breaths, and abnormal movements. Cronobacter infection may also cause bowel damage and may spread through the blood to other parts of the body.
If your child is experiencing any of these symptoms, you should notify your child’s healthcare provider and seek medical care for your child immediately. Healthcare providers and health departments are encouraged to report any confirmed cases of Cronobacter sakazakii to CDC.
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