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USA – Salmonella Sprout Outbreak brewing in Nebraska

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Food Poison Journal

The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), in collaboration with the Nebraska Department of Agriculture, Douglas County Health Department, Sarpy/Cass Health Department, and Three Rivers Public Health Department, is investigating a cluster of gastrointestinal illnesses caused by the bacteria Salmonella Typhimurium.

As of December 23, 2022, 12 individuals reported consuming alfalfa sprouts between December 4–15, either at local restaurants or in their homes after purchasing from local grocery stores. DHHS recommends the public avoid eating alfalfa sprouts while the investigation continues. More information will be shared as details become available.

If you have been sick with diarrhea after eating alfalfa sprouts, please contact your local health department immediately (https://dhhs.ne.gov/Pages/local-health-departments.aspx), and call your doctor if you need medical attention.

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Canada – Update – Igor brand Gorgonzola mild ripened blue-veined cheese recalled due to Listeria monocytogenes

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CFIA

Summary

Product
Gorgonzola mild ripened blue-veined cheese
Issue
Food – Microbial Contamination – Listeria
What to do

Do not consume, use, sell, serve, or distribute recalled products

Affected products

Issue

The affected product is being recalled from the marketplace due to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination.

The recalled product has been sold in British Columbia and may have been distributed in other provinces and territories.

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France – Salmon Eclair – Listeria monocytogenes

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Gov france

Identification information of the recalled product

  • Product category Food
  • Product subcategory Others
  • Product brand name Unbranded
  • Model names or references Salmon eclair
  • Identification of products
    GTIN Batch
    0207559000000 Salmon eclair made on 12/16/22
  • Packaging individual
  • Storage temperature Product to be stored in the refrigerator
  • Further information Shell: Coup de pates Cream: Normandy Service Fresh Salmon: Brand Mark Sold in the Trad Catering Department
  • Geographic area of ​​saleVernon (27200)
  • Distributors E. Leclerc VERNON

Practical information regarding the recall

  • Reason for recall  Presence of Listeria Monocytogenes greater than 100 CFU/g

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France – Chopped steak – Salmonella

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Gov france

Identification information of the recalled product

  • Product category Food
  • Product subcategory Meats
  • Product brand name CDV Confolentaise of Meats
  • Model names or references Chopped Steak S/AT x2 10%MG Chopped Steak S/AT x16 10%MG Chopped Steak S/Vide x5 10%MG
  • Identification of products
    Batch Date
    H221219 Use-by date 28/12/2022
  • Packaging x2 /X16/X5
  • Marketing start/end date From 22/12/2022 to 28/12/2022
  • Storage temperature Product to be stored in the refrigerator
  • Geographic area of ​​sale Whole France
  • DistributorsLeclerc Rocadis Flavors of Antoine Limoges NosEpiceries NetN Small basket of brillac Dominique Isabelle Pressac

Practical information regarding the recall

  • Reason for recall Presence of Salmonella
  • Risks incurred by the consumer Salmonella spp (causative agent of salmonellosis)

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Australia – Coles Finest Australian Washed Rind Cheese – E.coli

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FSANZ

Product information

Coles Supermarkets is conducting a recall of Coles Finest Australian Washed Rind Cheese. The product has been available for sale at Coles Supermarket stores in VIC and TAS and Coles Online.

​Date markings

Best before dates of 14th Dec 2022 up to and including 1st Feb 2023

Coles Finest Australian Washed Rind Cheese

Problem

The recall is due to microbial (E. coli) contamination.

Food safety hazard

Food products contaminated with E. coli may cause illness if consumed

Country of origin

Australia

What to do​

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

For further information please contact:

Coles Customer Care

1800 061 562

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Spain – Cooked Pork Head Meat – Listeria monocytogenes

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AESAN

The Spanish Agency for Food Safety and Nutrition has learned, through the Coordinated System for Rapid Information Exchange (SCIRI), of an alert notification sent by the health authorities of the Basque Country, regarding the presence of Listeria monocytogenes in beef cooked pig’s head from Spain.

The data of the product involved are:

  • Product name (on label): Cooked pig’s head
  • Brand: Susaeta
  • Lot number: all those currently on the market
  • Expiration date: all
  • Unit Weight: 100g

Available images are attached.

According to the information available, the initial distribution of the products has been in Andalusia and Castilla – La Mancha, although it is not ruled out that there may be distribution in other autonomous communities.

This information has been transferred to the competent authorities of the autonomous communities through the Coordinated System for Rapid Information Exchange (SCIRI) in order to verify the withdrawal of the affected products from the marketing channels.

With the information available there is NO record in Spain of any reported case associated with this alert.

People who have products affected by this alert at home are recommended to refrain from consuming them and return them to the point of purchase.

In the case of having consumed these types of products from the affected batches and presenting any symptoms compatible with listeriosis (fever, headache, vomiting or diarrhea), it is recommended to go to a health center.

In the case of being pregnant, it is recommended to consult the recommendations for consumption during pregnancy made by the AESAN regarding important food hygiene practices for pregnant women, as well as a list of foods that should be avoided during pregnancy because they are associated with to certain biological hazards (among which Listeria monocytogenes stands out ).

The importance of taking extreme hygiene measures to avoid cross-contamination with other products is recalled.

You can expand the information on listeriosis in the following link .

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Germany – Santa Claus in town Santa made of milk chocolate, 200g – Salmonella

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LMW

Alert type:

groceries

Date of first publication:

12/23/2022

Product name:

Santa Claus in town Santa made of milk chocolate, 200g

Product images:

SCIT-Santa Claus-200g-r.jpg
Manufacturer (distributor):

Hans Riegelein & Sohn GmbH & Co. KG distributed and manufactured for Netto Marken-Discount Stiftung & Co. KG

Reason for warning:

salmonella

Packaging Unit: 200 g
Durability: 07/31/2023
Lot identification: L-102293N
Additional Information:

Reference is made to the information below from the food business operator.

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Italy – Cheese – Brillo di TREVISO gr. 380 – Listeria monocytogenes

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Salute

Brand : ACADEMY OF CHEESE

Denomination : Brillo di TREVISO gr. 380

Reason for reporting : Recall for microbiological risk

Publication date : December 23, 2022

Documentation

Documentation

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Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. Announces Voluntary Recall of Products Containing Micro Greens, Sweet Pea Leaves, and Cat Grass Because of Possible Health Risk – Salmonella

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FDA

baby kale & spinach

cat grass

micro greens

Summary

Company Announcement Date:
FDA Publish Date:
Product Type:
Food & Beverages
Reason for Announcement:
Potential presence of Salmonella
Company Name:
Wegmans Food Markets, Inc.
Brand Name:
Wegmans Organic
Product Description:
Microgreens, sweet pea leaves, cat grass

Company Announcement

ROCHESTER, NY – Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. is issuing a voluntarily recall on its products containing micro greens, sweet pea leaves, and cat grass because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections (i.e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis.

The affected products were sold at various Wegmans stores in NY, PA, MA, NJ, VA, MD & NC. A full list of potentially affected items can be found on the recall page of Wegmans.comExternal Link Disclaimer and are highlighted below.

Product Size UPC Dates
Wegmans Organic Farm & Orchard Micro Greens 1.75 oz UPC 77890-25036 Use by dates: 12/17/22
and 12/24/22
Wegmans Organic Baby Kale & Baby Spinach with Sweet Pea Leaves 5 oz UPC 77890-52377 Use by date: 12/20/22
Wegmans Organic Farm & Orchard Cat Grass 1 EA UPC 77890-50938 Sold since: 10/25/22

We are voluntarily recalling these products because some of the soil they were grown in, supplied to Wegmans Organic Farm by bio365 of Ithaca, New York, tested positive for Salmonella by the supplier. This is out of an abundance of caution. No illnesses have been associated with this recall.

Wegmans is placing automated phone calls to alert customers who purchased these products using Shoppers Club cards.

Customers should return these products to the service desk for a full refund. Those with questions may contact Wegmans Food Markets 1-855-934-3663 Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. or Saturday and Sunday from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Please note that due to the holiday our Customer Care Center will close at 4:30 pm on 12/24/22 and reopen at 8:00 am on 12/26/22.

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Research – Increasing the Safety and Storage of Pre-Packed Fresh-Cut Fruits and Vegetables by Supercritical CO2 Process

Posted on December 27, 2022 by | Leave a comment

MDPI

Abstract

This work presents a feasibility lab-scale study for a new preservation method to inactivate microorganisms and increase the shelf life of pre-packed fresh-cut products. Experiments were conducted on coriander leaves and fresh-cut carrots and coconut.
The technology used the combination of hydrostatic pressure (<15 MPa), low temperature (≤45 °C), and CO2 modified atmosphere packaging (MAP). The inactivation was achieved for the naturally present microorganisms (total mesophilic bacteria, yeasts and molds, total coliforms) and inoculated E. coli. Yeasts and molds and coliform were under the detection limit in all the treated samples, while mesophiles were strongly reduced, but below the detection limit only in carrots.
Inoculated E. coli strains were completely inactivated (>6.0 log CFU/g) on coconut, while a reduction >4.0 log CFU/g was achieved for carrots and coriander. For all the treated products, the texture was similar to the fresh ones, while a small alteration of colour was detected. Microbiological stability was achieved for up to 14 days for both fresh-cut carrots and coconut.
Overall, the results are promising for the development of a new mild and innovative food preservation technique for fresh food.

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