Last week the CDC reported 84 E. coli cases – 53 in Michigan, 23 in Ohio, 6 in Indiana and 2 in Pennsylvania. However, Michigan reports at least 115 and Wood County in Ohio reports at least 23 which would bring Ohio case numbers to 37.
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USA – Wendy’s E. coli outbreak in Indiana, Michigan, Ohio and Pennsylvania has sickened between 84 to 160 people
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USA – Amaranth Grain recalled in 17 states because of Salmonella contamination
Bob’s Red Mill Natural Foods Inc., of Milwaukie, OR, is recalling Bob’s Red Mill brand Organic Amaranth Grain Gluten Free because of potential Salmonella contamination.
The product was distributed in California, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Maryland, North Carolina, New Hampshire, New Jersey, Nevada, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Texas and Washington, as well as internationally in the Philippines.
Ireland- Recall of Additional Best Before Dates of Ardo Frozen Fruitberry Mix due to the Presence of Hepatitis A
Thursday, 25 August 2022
| Summary | |
|---|---|
| Category 1: | For Action |
| Alert Notification: | 2022.53 (Update 1) |
| Product: | Ardo Frozen Fruitberry Mix; pack size: 2500g |
| Batch Code: | Lot:58622131; Best before date: All dates in May 2024 |
| Country Of Origin: | Poland |
Message:
Further to FSAI Food Alert 2022.53, all May 2024 best before dates with the above batch code of Ardo Frozen Fruitberry Mix are being recalled due to the presence of hepatitis A. Point-of-sale recall notices will be displayed in stores supplied with the implicated stock.
Nature Of Danger:
Hepatitis A infection is an acute disease of the liver caused by the hepatitis A virus. Symptoms include fever, loss of appetite, nausea, abdominal pain, and jaundice. Some people experience a fairly mild illness and recover within a couple of weeks. Other people develop more severe symptoms and may take months to fully recover. Older people are more likely to have more severe symptoms and some infected children do not have any symptoms at all. The incubation period (time between initial infection and first symptoms appearing) is on average 28 days but can range from 15 to 50 day.
Action Required:
Inspectors:
A distribution list will be emailed to PEHOs in due course. Please notify the FSAI (foodincidents@fsai.ie) of any concerns.
Manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, caterers & retailers:
Businesses 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.
Caterers should not use the implicated batches.
Consumers:
Consumers are advised not to eat the implicated batches.
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Ireland – Recall of Specific Batches of Fit Foods Breakfast Club Porridge with Mixed Summer Berries Due to the Presence of Hepatitis A
Wednesday, 24 August 2022
| Summary | |
|---|---|
| Category 1: | For Action |
| Alert Notification: | 2022.54 |
| Product: | Fit Foods Breakfast Club Porridge with Mixed Summer Berries; pack size: 240g |
| Batch Code: | Use by dates: 26/08/22 and 29/08/22 |
| Country Of Origin: | Ireland |
Message:
Swift Fine Foods is recalling the above batches of its Fit Foods Breakfast Club Porridge with Mixed Summer Berries due to the presence of Hepatitis A. Point-of-sale recall notices will be displayed in stores supplied with the implicated batches.
Nature Of Danger:
Hepatitis A infection is an acute disease of the liver caused by the hepatitis A virus. Symptoms include fever, loss of appetite, nausea, abdominal pain, and jaundice. Some people experience a fairly mild illness and recover within a couple of weeks. Other people develop more severe symptoms and may take months to fully recover. Older people are more likely to have more severe symptoms and some infected children do not have any symptoms at all. The incubation period (time between initial infection and first symptoms appearing) is on average 28 days but can range from 15 to 50 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.
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USA – E. coli Outbreak with Unknown Food Source
Fast Facts
- Illnesses: 84
- Hospitalizations: 38
- Deaths: 0
- States: 4
- Recall: No
- Investigation status: Active
Update on the Source
A specific food has not yet been confirmed as the source of this outbreak, but many sick people reported eating sandwiches with romaine lettuce at Wendy’s restaurants in Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, and Pennsylvania before getting sick. Based on this information, Wendy’s has taken the precautionary measure of removing the romaine lettuce being used in sandwiches from restaurants in that region. Wendy’s uses a different type of romaine lettuce for salads. Investigators are working to confirm whether romaine lettuce is the source of this outbreak, and whether romaine lettuce used in Wendy’s sandwiches was served or sold at other businesses. Wendy’s is fully cooperating with the investigation.
What You Should Do
CDC is not advising that people avoid eating at Wendy’s restaurants or that people stop eating romaine lettuce.
- Wendy’s has taken the precautionary measure of removing the romaine lettuce being used in sandwiches from restaurants in this region.
- At this time, there is no evidence to indicate that romaine lettuce sold in grocery stores, served in other restaurants, or in people’s homes is linked to this outbreak.
- CDC will update this advice if the investigation identifies foods to avoid.
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Luxembourg – UPDATE – RECALL: PAELLA AND THAWED RAW SHRIMP – BULK SALE – Vibrio vulnificus
Auchan is recalling the following products:
Update *
| Last name | Paella |
| Mark | Unbranded – bulk sale |
| Sale period | from 08/17/2022 to 08/24/2022 inclusive |
| Last name | Thawed raw shrimp |
| Mark | Unbranded – bulk sale |
| Sale period | from 08/16/2022 to 08/24/2022 inclusive |
Danger : Presence of Vibrio vulnificus
Food-borne illnesses caused by Vibrio vulnificus can occasionally result in mild gastrointestinal disturbances in healthy individuals, but also in severe non-intestinal disturbances (generalized infection / sepsis) in susceptible or affected persons. pre-existing chronic conditions. In addition, skin infections are likely to occur from pre-existing wounds when handling the products .
Sale in Luxembourg by:
- Paella : Auchan – La Cloche d’or (fish stall)
- Shrimps : Auchan – La Cloche d’or, Kirchberg*, Differdange* (fish stall)
A sale by other operators cannot be excluded
Source of information: Auchan recall notification
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Luxembourg – RECALL: ARDO BRAND FROZEN BERRY MIX – Hepatitis A
The Luxembourg food safety authorities are recalling the following product:
| Last name | Mix of frozen red fruits |
| Mark | Ardo |
| Unity | 1kg |
| Date of minimum durability (MDD) | 11/11/2024 |
| Batch | 58622131 |
Danger: presence of the hepatitis A virus
Symptoms of hepatitis A can be mild or severe: patients may present, depending on the case, fever, feeling unwell, loss of appetite, diarrhea, nausea, abdominal discomfort, dark urine and jaundice (yellowing of the eyes and skin). Not all infected people have all of these symptoms at once and they usually appear within 14 to 28 days.
If in doubt about the appearance of a symptom after ingestion of the product, please consult a doctor.
Sale in Luxembourg by: Auchan, Massen, Orangerie, Pall Center, Cora Concorde
A sale by other operators cannot be excluded.
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Canada – Mother Dairy brand Paneer Fresh Cheese recalled due to generic E. coli
Summary
Product
Paneer Fresh Cheese
Issue
Food – Microbial Contamination – E. Coli – non-pathogenic
What to do
Do not use, sell, serve or distribute the affected products.
Audience
Retail
Affected products
Issue
Mother Dairy brand Paneer Fresh Cheese recalled due to generic E. coli.
The recalled products have been sold in Alberta and Ontario.
Singapore – SFA recalls My Mum’s Cookies Premium Mao Shan Wang Snowskin Mooncake (Vegan) due to presence of E.Coli
The Singapore Food Agency (SFA) has detected Escherichia coli (E. Coli),at levels exceeding the microbial limits for Ready-To-Eat (RTE) food stated in the Singapore Food Regulations, in My Mum’s Cookies Premium Mao Shan Wang Snowskin Mooncake (Vegan).
2 As a precautionary measure, SFA has directed the importer, Easy Mix Pte. Ltd, to recall the implicated product. The recall is ongoing.
3 Under the Singapore Food Regulations, a person must not import, sell, manufacture or produce for sale, any article of RTE food that does not comply with any relevant microbiological standard specified in the Eleventh Schedule.
4 E. coli is a bacteria that is normally found in the intestines of people and animals. While most species of E. coli are harmless, some types can cause diarrhoea, stomach pain, cramps and fever. Vulnerable individuals with weakened immune systems may experience more severe symptoms. Foodborne pathogens like E. coli can be introduced during the production process when cross-contamination occurs, particularly when good hand hygiene is not practised.
5Consumers who have purchased the affected product should not consume it. Those that have consumed the implicated product and have concerns about their health should seek medical advice. Consumers can contact their point of purchase for enquiries.
6More information on the safety of mooncakes can be found here: https://www.sfa.gov.sg/food-information/risk-at-a-glance/safety-of-mooncakes
France – Preparation of minced beef seasoned 5% fat – Salmonella
Identification information of the recalled product
- Product category Feed
- Product subcategory Meats
- Product brand name Unbranded
- Model names or references Portioned and bulk
- Identification of products
Batch Manufactured on 08/23/2022 - Marketing start/end date From 08/23/2022 to 08/23/2022
- Storage temperature Product to be stored in the refrigerator
- Geographic area of sale HENRI BOUCHER HAUBOURDIN, 9000 RUE FIDELE L’HERMITTE, 59320 HAUBOURDIN
- Distributors HENRI BOUCHER HAUBOURDIN, 9000 RUE FIDELE L’HERMITTE, 59320 HAUBOURDIN
Practical information regarding the recall
- Reason for recall Non-compliant microbiological self-check result
- Risks incurred by the consumer Salmonella spp (causative agent of salmonellosis)
