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USA – FSIS Issues Public Health Alert for Ground Beef Due to Possible E. Coli O103 Contamination

Posted on October 18, 2022 by | Leave a comment

FSIS USDA

WASHINGTON, October 13, 2022 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing a public health alert due to concerns that a specific ground beef product may be contaminated with E. coli O103. A recall was not requested because the products are no longer available for purchase.

The raw ground beef items were produced on October 4, 2022. The following product is subject to the public health alert view labels:

  • 1-lb. plastic vacuum-packed packages containing “FRANK’S BUTCHER SHOP GROUND BEEF” with “PACKED ON” dates of 10-07-2022 and 10-09-2022 on the label.

The establishment’s retail store location in Hudson, Wyoming sold the affected product directly to consumers. FBS Hudson is actively attempting to contact consumers who may have purchased 14 packages of ground beef product subject to the public health alert.

The problem was discovered when FBS Hudson alerted FSIS that its routine microbial testing results found Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC) O103 in a sample of the ground beef. There have been no confirmed reports of illness due to consumption of these products.

Many clinical laboratories do not test for non-O157 STEC, such as O103 because it is harder to identify than STEC O157:H7. People can become ill from STECs 2-8 days (average of 3-4 days) after consuming the organism.

Most people infected with STEC O103 develop diarrhea (often bloody) and vomiting. Some illnesses last longer and can be more severe. Infection is usually diagnosed by testing of a stool sample. Vigorous rehydration and other supportive care is the usual treatment; antibiotic treatment is generally not recommended. Most people recover within a week, but, rarely, some develop a more severe infection. Hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS), a type of kidney failure, is uncommon with STEC O103 infection. HUS can occur in people of any age but is most common in children under 5 years old, older adults and persons with weakened immune systems. It is marked by easy bruising, pallor and decreased urine output. Persons who experience these symptoms should seek emergency medical care immediately.

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France – Marinated anchovy fillets (ROQUERONES)- Histamine

Posted on October 18, 2022 by | Leave a comment

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Identification information of the recalled product

  • Product category Feed
  • Product subcategory Fishery and aquaculture products
  • Product brand name Roque anchovies
  • Model names or references Marinated anchovy fillets (ROQUERONES) 150g glass, 350g plastic box, 480g plastic box, 1000g plastic box (plain, parsley, spicy Catalan, Catalan)
  • Identification of products
    GTIN Batch Date
    3296944451009 Plastic box 480grs Lot 577K or 588K Use-by date 01/25/2023
    3296945100104 Plastic box 1000grs Lot 570K or 577K or 588K Use-by date 01/25/2023
    3296945100142 Catalan quills Plastic box 1000grs Lot 570K Use-by date 01/25/2023
    3296945100111 A la Catalane Plastic box 1000grs Lot 570K Use-by date 01/25/2023
    3296945100128 With parsley Plastic box 1000grs Lot 570K Use-by date 01/25/2023
    3296944451023 Glass jar 150grs Lot 577K Use-by date 01/25/2023
    3296942222311 Plastic pot 350grs Lot 569K or 598K Use-by date 01/25/2023
  • Marketing start/end date From 08/25/2022 to 10/10/2022
  • Storage temperature Product to be stored in the refrigerator
  • Health markFR-66-053-021-CE
  • Geographic area of ​​sale Regions: Occitania
  • Distributors Shops Anchois Roque (66 Collioure) and Roussillon and Co (66 Banyuls sur mer), Auchan Hyper, Carrefour Hyper, Super U Roujan (34)

Practical information regarding the recall

  • Reason for recall Suspicion or higher than normal histamine level
  • Risks incurred by the consumer Endogenous toxins: histamine (fish, cheese, alcoholic beverages, meats)

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Malawi bans sale of food in primary, secondary schools as cholera death toll hits 117

Posted on October 13, 2022 by | Leave a comment

China Org

LILONGWE, Oct. 9 (Xinhua) — Malawi has banned sale of food in primary and secondary schools ahead of the new school year, which starts Monday, as cholera outbreak continues with 117 cumulative deaths recorded as of Sunday.

Requesting parents to pack homemade food for students, the education ministry “is directing that selling of food in primary and secondary schools is banned with immediate effect until further notice,” said a statement signed by Secretary for Education Chikondano Mussa.

Universities and colleges are advised to ensure that food vendors and suppliers are oriented and adhere to the standard operating procedures issued by the ministry to all learning institutions.

Cholera has been spreading sporadically across the country since the first cases were recorded in the south-eastern border district of Machinga in March.

As of Sunday, 23 districts have reported cases with 17 districts coming on board in the past 14 days, bringing the caseload and death toll to 4,223 and 117 respectively. Enditem

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France – Marinated Anchovy Fillets- Histamine

Posted on October 12, 2022 by | Leave a comment

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Identification information of the recalled product

  • Product category Feed
  • Product subcategory Fishery and aquaculture products
  • Product brand name Roque anchovies
  • Model names or references Marinated anchovy fillets (ROQUERONES) 150g glass, 350g plastic box, 480g plastic box, 1000g plastic box (plain, parsley, spicy Catalan, Catalan)
  • Identification of products
    GTIN Batch Date
    3296944451023 Glass jar 150grs Lot 569K or 598K Use-by date 01/25/2023
    3296942222311 Plastic pot 350grs Lot 577K Use-by date 01/25/2023
    3296944451009 Plastic box 480grs Lot 577K or 588K Use-by date 01/25/2023
    3296945100104 Plastic box 1000grs Lot 570K or 577K or 588K Use-by date 01/25/2023
    3296945100142 Catalan quills Plastic box 1000grs Lot 570K Use-by date 01/25/2023
    3296945100111 A la Catalane Plastic box 1000grs Lot 570K Use-by date 01/25/2023
    3296945100128 With parsley Plastic box 1000grs Lot 570K Use-by date 01/25/2023
  • Marketing start/end date From 08/25/2022 to 10/10/2022
  • Storage temperature Product to be stored in the refrigerator
  • Health markFR-66-053-021-CE
  • Geographic area of ​​sale Regions: Occitania
  • Distributors Shops Anchois Roque (66 Collioure) and Roussillon and Co (66 Banyuls sur mer), Auchan Hyper, Carrefour Hyper, Super U Roujan (34)

Practical information regarding the recall

  • Reason for recall Suspicion or higher than normal histamine level
  • Risks incurred by the consumer Endogenous toxins: histamine (fish, cheese, alcoholic beverages, meats)

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France – Mussels BOUCHOT PAC MT ST MICHEL AOP – STEC E.coli – Salmonella

Posted on October 12, 2022 by | Leave a comment

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Identification information of the recalled product

  • Product category Feed
  • Product subcategory Fishery and aquaculture products
  • Product brand name HEADING WEST
  • Model names or references10KG BAG
  • Identification of products
    GTIN Batch
    3246992137004 0015/041022
  • Products ListDE0224_-_AFFICHETTE_INFORMATION_CONSOMMATEUR_-_REMINDER_-_R00.pdfAttachment
  • Packaging BAG
  • Marketing start/end date From 05/10/2022 to 10/10/2022
  • Storage temperature Product to be stored in the refrigerator
  • Health mark EN 35.078.037 EC
  • Further information. In the event of consumption of the product and as soon as any symptoms appear (digestive disorders, fever, nausea and vomiting, etc.), consult your attending physician and inform him of this consumption. Particular attention should be paid to pregnant women and immunocompromised people, as well as the elderly, who are more fragile.
  • Geographic area of ​​sale Whole France
  • Distributors Fishmongers, restaurants

Practical information regarding the recall

  • Reason for recall High levels of E. coli and presence of Salmonella
  • Risks incurred by the consumer Toxigenic Escherichia coli shiga (STEC)
    Salmonella spp (causative agent of salmonellosis)

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USA – Updated – Outbreak Investigation of E. coli O121:H19 Frozen Falafel (October 2022)

Posted on October 10, 2022 by | Leave a comment

FDA

The FDA, along with CDC and state and local partners, are investigating a multistate outbreak of E. coli O121:H19 infections linked to Earth Grown frozen falafel.

Based on epidemiologic information provided by CDC and interviews conducted by state and local public health officials, of 18 people interviewed, 15 reported shopping at ALDI stores. Among these 15 people who reported shopping at ALDI stores, 6 reported eating Earth Grown brand frozen falafel purchased from ALDI in the week before getting sick.

On October 6, 2022, the manufacturer of Earth Grown frozen falafel, Cuisine Innovations, initiated a voluntary recall. Recalled products include Earth Grown vegan traditional falafel and garlic & herb falafel distributed and sold exclusively by ALDI. Additional information on recalled products is available in the firm’s recall notice.

On October 6, 2022, ALDI removed any remaining Earth Grown frozen falafel from stores.

FDA’s investigation is ongoing. Updates to this advisory will be provided as they become available.

Recommendation

Consumers, restaurants, and retailers should not eat, sell, or serve recalled Earth Grown Traditional Falafel or Garlic & Herb Falafel sold exclusively by ALDI after June 24, 2021.

These items are no longer available for sale but were sold frozen and have a long shelf-life of 18 months, so consumers should check their freezers for these products. If you have recalled frozen falafel in your freezer, do not eat or serve them.

Outbreak Investigation of E. coli O121: Frozen Falafel (October 2022) - CDC Case Count Map as of October 7, 2022

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Spain – Presence of Histamine in sardines smoked in sunflower oil.

Posted on October 10, 2022 by | Leave a comment

ACSA

The Spanish Agency for Food Safety and Nutrition (AESAN) has become aware, through the Coordinated System of Rapid Information Exchange (SCIRI), of an alert notification sent by the health authorities in Madrid regarding the presence of ‘histamine in smoked sardines in sunflower oil .

The data of the product involved are:

  • Product name on the label: Smoked sardine in sunflower oil
  • Brand: Serie Oro The Menu
  • Product appearance: Semi-preserved
  • Lot number : L202CEB0 234 60
  • Best before date: 21/01/2023
  • Unit weight: 550 g
  • Temperature: Refrigeration

According to the current information, the product has not been distributed in Catalonia , it has been distributed in the autonomous communities of Andalusia, Castile-La Mancha, Cantabria, Castile and León, Madrid and the Valencian Country, although it is not ruled out that it may have redistributions to other autonomous communities.

AESAN has transferred this information to the competent authorities of the autonomous communities through the SCIRI in order to verify the withdrawal of the affected products from the marketing channels.

With the information available , there is NO evidence in Spain of any notified case associated with this alert.

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

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USA – Cuisine Innovations Unlimited, LLC Issues Voluntary Recall of Two Varieties of Earth Grown Frozen Falafel Due to Possible Health Risk -STEC E.coli

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FDA

Package, Earth Grown Vegan Garlic and Herb Falafel”

“Package, Earth Grown Vegan Traditional Falafel”

Summary

Company Announcement Date:
FDA Publish Date:
Product Type:
Food & Beverages
Foodborne Illness
Reason for Announcement:
Potential contamination with shiga toxin-producing E. Coli
Company Name:
Cuisine Innovations Unlimited LLC
Brand Name:
Earth Grown Vegan
Product Description:
Earth Grown Vegan Traditional Falafel and Garlic & Herb Falafel

Company Announcement

Cuisine Innovations Unlimited, LLC of 180 Lehigh Avenue, Lakewood, NJ, is voluntarily recalling its Earth Grown Vegan Traditional Falafel and Garlic & Herb Falafel Distributed & Sold Exclusively by Aldi, Batavia, IL due to the possible presence of Shiga toxin-producing E. coli.

Shiga-toxin-producing E. coli is an organism that can cause foodborne illness in a person who eats a food item contaminated with it. Symptoms of infection may include stomach cramps, diarrhea, and vomiting. The illness primarily impacts elderly individuals, children, and people with weakened immune systems. Most healthy adults and children rarely become seriously ill.

The voluntarily recalled Earth Grown Vegan Traditional Falafel And Garlic & Herb Falafel Distributed & Sold Exclusively by Aldi, Batavia, IL were distributed in ALDI retail stores in the following states:  Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Connecticut,  Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, West Virginia, and Wisconsin.

The product comes in a bag in a box marked with any of the following Lot numbers: 1472, 1481, 1531, 1532, 1541, 1552, 1561, 1581, 1601, 1611, 1612, 1661, 1682, 1732, 1752, 1762, 1782, 1802, and 1812, and would have been shipped to stores after June 24, 2021.  The lot number can be found in the “Best if used by” area on the outside flap of the box.  There has been no further production of this product.

There have been 20 reported cases in six (6) states (FL, IA, KS, MI, OH and WI) with onset dates reported between July 24, 2022 and September 19, 2022 with 5 hospitalization and no deaths.

Consumers who have purchased Earth Grown Vegan Traditional Falafel and Garlic & Herb Falafel Distributed & Sold Exclusively by Aldi, Batavia, IL with any of the above lot numbers after June 24, 2021, are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time at 1-201-439-1036, Ext. 26.

Outbreak Advisory

Company Contact Information

Consumers:
 1-201-439-1036, Ext. 26

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France – Butter Mackerel Fillet – Histamine

Posted on October 10, 2022 by | Leave a comment

Gov france

Identification information of the recalled product

  • Product category Feed
  • Product subcategory Fishery and aquaculture products
  • Product brand name Sans
  • Model names or references Mackerel fillet
  • Identification of products
    Lot
    sans
  • Marketing start/end date From 02/09/2022 to 05/09/2022
  • Storage temperature Product to be stored in the refrigerator
  • Geographic area of ​​sale Saint Ambroix
  • Distributors Intermarché Saint-Ambroix

Practical information regarding the recall

  • Reason for recall Presence of Histamine
  • Risks incurred by the consumer Undeclared allergenic substances

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India – 3 Tamil Nadu Children Die, 11 Hospitalised Allegedly Due To Food Poisoning

Posted on October 7, 2022 by | Leave a comment

NDTV

Chennai: 

Three children died allegedly due to food poisoning at a children’s home in Tiruppur in Tamil Nadu.

Eleven other children who had consumed the same food are being treated at a hospital.

The children, all residents of Vivekananda Sevalaya, investigators say had fallen sick after they consumed idli and Pongal on Wednesday morning. Officials of the Sevalaya had given them medicines. Their condition did not improve and the children could not eat rice and rasam served for both lunch and dinner.

Two of the 15 students in the Sevalaya were found dead this morning in the hostel and another died on the way to the hospital. Those who died are between 10-14 age cohort.

Officials say no arrests have been made yet and food samples have been sent for investigation.

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