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Research – Surveillance plan proposal for early detection of zoonotic pathogens in pigs and poultry

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EFSA

Abstract

In the framework of the EU4Health Programme, the European Commission has allocated specific resources for Member States for setting up a coordinated surveillance system under the One Health approach for cross‐border pathogens that threaten the Union (CP‐g‐22‐04.01 Direct grants to Member States’ authorities). This initiative required the development of surveillance plan proposal for early detection of zoonotic pathogens in animals and the environment. This report summarized the preparatory work undertaken for the development of surveillance plan proposals for early detection of zoonotic pathogens in pigs and poultry. Two diseases were in the focus of this work, namely Hepatitis E and Influenza in Swine. Four so‐called surveillance activity cards were developed for Hepatitis E and one surveillance activity card for Influenza in Swine. These surveillance plan proposals serve the purpose of outlining scientifically sound surveillance options for zoonotic pathogens for review and further development by experts of the EFSA Working Group on One Health surveillance.

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Belgium – Coq des Prés brand chicken chipolatas – Salmonella

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AFSCA

Recall of Coprobel SC
Product: Coq des Prés brand chicken chipolatas.
Problem: Possible presence of Salmonella.
Routine analyzes of the self-checking procedure of the Ardenne Volaille slaughterhouse have detected the possible presence of Salmonella in chipolatas of the Coq des Prés brand (see affected batches below). These chipolatas were made with chickens from Coprobel SC.

Coprobel SC has therefore decided, in agreement with the FASFC, to withdraw this product from sale and asks consumers not to consume this product. The products concerned (unopened) can be returned to the point of sale in which they were purchased, where they will be reimbursed.


Product description

– Product name: Organic chicken chipolatas
– Brand: Coq des Prés
– Use-by date (BBD) (“Use by”): 02/15/2023
– Batch numbers: 521963, 521964, 521957, 521987
– Sales period: from 02/09/2023 to 02/13/2023 –
Type of packaging: controlled atmosphere tray
– Weight: packs of 5 pieces or 2 kg

The product was distributed by:

– ​​Interbio – Rue de la Basse Sambre 24, 5140 Sombreffe
– Marma – FRED CHAFFARTLAAN 11, 3300 Tienen
– Isabelle – Chaussée Rue de l’Eglise 22, 6220 Fleurus
– Françoise Demand – RUE DE BELVAUX 4, 5377 Sinsin
– Bastin Joël – LA VAULX RICHARD 20, 4970 Stavelot
– Pont Farm – RUE DIEU LE GARDE 6A, 4280 Hannut – Degroote – FRUMONT 19
, 5520 Onhaye
– Graux Farm – RUE SART HELMAN 6, 5380 Fernelmont , contact: Mr. Rouchet francois.rouchet@coqdespres.be

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France – Forest country terrine – Listeria monocytogenes

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Gov france

Identification information of the recalled product

  • Product category Feed
  • Product subcategory Meats
  • Product brand name Tradilege
  • Model names or references Forest country terrine with a salt content reduced by 25% sold in self-service counters (vacuum-packed)
  • Identification of products
    GTIN Lot Date
    020222001 30350877 Use-by date 02/12/2023
  • Packaging Under a vacuum
  • Marketing start/end date From 04/02/2023 to 11/02/2023
  • Storage temperature Product to be stored in the refrigerator
  • Health mark FR 22.046.001 ce
  • Geographic area of ​​sale Area on the Lys
  • Distributors Leclerc Aire on the Lys

Practical information regarding the recall

  • Reason for recall Detection of Listeria monocytogenes

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France – Forest country terrine – Listeria monocytogenes

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Gov france

Identification information of the recalled product

  • Product category Feed
  • Product subcategory Meats
  • Product brand name Tradilege
  • Model names or references Superior country terrine with 25% reduced salt content sold at the traditional counter (by the cut)
  • Identification of products
    GTIN Lot Date
    0204011032214 30350877 Use-by date 02/16/2023
  • Packaging Cut and wrapped in a sheet then in a bag
  • Marketing start/end date From 01/28/2023 to 02/07/2023
  • Storage temperature Product to be stored in the refrigerator
  • Health mark FR 22.046.001 CE
  • Further information Sold in the traditional department (by the cut)
  • Geographic area of ​​sale Area on the Lys
  • Distributors Leclerc Aire on the Lys

Practical information regarding the recall

  • Reason for recall Detection of Listeria monocytogenes

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Philippines – 9 water sources in Negros Oriental town test positive for E.coli

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PNA

DUMAGUETE CITY – At least nine water sources from different areas in Vallehermoso town, Negros Oriental province, tested positive for E.coli (Escherichia coli) bacteria that left five people dead, and more cases reported over the weekend.

Jennifer Remollo, the provincial officer of the Department of Health (DOH) in Negros Oriental, told the Philippine News Agency in an interview Monday that laboratory tests were done from water samples taken from these sources after the number of cases skyrocketed last week.

“As of today, our office has recorded 203 cases of acute gastroenteritis, including the five deaths that were earlier reported last week,” Remollo said.

“Consumption of E.coli contaminated water sources can be fatal due to severe dehydration from diarrhea,” she said.

Included in those that tested positive for the bacteria were mostly from deep well and spring sources in the areas of Barangay Don Espiridion Villegas; Sitio Sangi, Barangay Tabon; Sitio Patag, Barangay Puan; Sitio Tubod, Barangay Malangsa; Barangay Puan; Malapay 1, Barangay Bagawines;; Barangay Macapso; and Barangay Poblacion, Remollo said.

The DOH official said constant rains for many days in these areas may have caused the contamination of these water sources.

She said 82 of those who came down with symptoms were admitted to the hospital.

Those who died were residents of Barangay Puan.

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Germany – Halva with Pistachios – Salmonella

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LMV

Alert type: Groceries
Date of first publication: 02/13/2023
Product name:

Halva with Pistachios

Product images:

Product Image.JPG

press release

Manufacturer (distributor):

MH – groceries Am Sandgraben 2 35112 Fronhausen

Reason for warning: Salmonella
Packaging Unit: 375g
Durability: 12/22/2023
Lot identification:

Batch: BN21520523; Barcode: 6772504395206

Additional Information:

Salmonella disease manifests itself within a few days after infection with diarrhoea, abdominal pain and occasionally vomiting and a slight fever. The symptoms usually subside on their own after a few days. Babies, small children, senior citizens and people with a weakened immune system in particular can develop more severe illnesses. Anyone who has eaten this food and develops severe or persistent symptoms should seek medical attention and report possible salmonella infection. It makes no sense to seek preventive medical treatment without symptoms.

Click to access Pressemitteilung.pdf

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Israel – Notice to consumers on behalf of “Telfrost” company Hamui Brothers Ltd – Number of Products with Listeria

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GovIL

In an inspection conducted by the Food Service, the Jerusalem Health Bureau, the bacterium Listeria monocytogenes was found in a number of products

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Ireland – Salmonella infections more than double as one outbreak reported

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Irish Times

Salmonella infections this year are more than double the level seen at the start of 2022, and one outbreak has occurred, linked to international travel.

It comes as last month’s recall of potentially infected chicken products continues, though health officials say no cases of salmonella are so far linked to this recall.

There were 39 cases of salmonellosis in the first five weeks of the year, according to the Health Protection Surveillance Centre (HPSC), compared with 18 in the same period last year. Six cases were recorded in the week up to February 4th.

One outbreak has been notified to the HPSC this year, involving fewer than five cases and associated with international travel, the Health Service Executive said.

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Canada – PUBLIC HEALTH INVESTIGATING SALMONELLA OUTBREAK

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Hamilton City

Public Health Services is investigating an outbreak of Salmonella associated with Ole Gourmet restaurant located at 174 Hamilton Regional Rd 8, in Stoney Creek. Four people have been confirmed with Salmonella after consuming food prepared by this restaurant.

Upon the initial report public health inspected and closed the establishment on May 17, 2018. On May 18 a re-inspection of the restaurant occurred and it was observed to be compliant with Ontario’s Food Premises regulation, and the restaurant was allowed to re-open. Due to an additional human case of Salmonella being reported on May 22, Public Health Inspectors performed an additional inspection that included the collection of 10 food samples, three of which have been reported positive for contamination with Salmonella. The restaurant was closed Friday evening, May 25, 2018.

Symptoms of Salmonella include fever, chills, sudden headache, stomach cramps, diarrhea, nausea and sometimes vomiting. Most people recover from Salmonella without further complications, however individuals who are currently symptomatic and have eaten food prepared at the Ole Gourmet from May 4, 2018 onward are recommended to see their primary care provider (family physician, nurse practitioner or walk-in clinic).

Additionally symptomatic individuals should drink plenty of fluids and avoid preparing food for other people. Individuals with questions about Salmonella may call Public Health Services at 905-546-2063.

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Hong Kong – CFS urges public not to consume a kind of French cheese suspected to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes

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CFS

he Centre for Food Safety (CFS) of the Food and Environmental Hygiene Department today (February 10) urged the public not to consume a kind of cheese imported from France due to possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes, a pathogen. The trade should stop using or selling the product concerned immediately if they possess it.

Product details are as follows:

Product name: Gaperon cheese
Brand: MonS
Place of origin: France
Importer: FICO INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
Pack size: 400 grams per pack
Batch number: 341
Best-before date: January 30, 2023

“The CFS received a notification from the Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed of the European Commission that the above-mentioned batch of the product might have been contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes and is being recalled. A preliminary investigation found that the above-mentioned importer had imported into Hong Kong the affected batch of the product concerned,” a spokesman for the CFS said.

The importer concerned has stopped sales, has removed the affected product from shelves and has initiated a recall according to the CFS’s instructions. Enquiries about the recall can be made to the importer’s hotline at 2850 4799 during office hours.

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