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USA – Morse’s Sauerkraut worker sick with E. coli – source unknown – STEC E.coli

Posted on May 18, 2021 by KSW | Leave a comment

The Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention (Maine CDC) has identified a case of Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC) infection in a Waldoboro food service worker, according to a Monday evening news release.

The individual handled deli food at Morse’s Sauerkraut in Waldoboro while infectious from April 1 through May 13.

An assessment of the individual’s illness determined that patrons of Morse’s Sauerkraut may be at risk for STEC infection, the Maine CDC announced.

Individuals who purchased deli items from Morse’s Sauerkraut between April 1 and May 13 should watch for symptoms of infection, such as severe stomach cramps, diarrhea (often bloody), and vomiting.

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France – Product recall: Medium shells sold at retail – ASP Toxins

Posted on May 18, 2021 by KSW | Leave a comment

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Product recall: Medium shells sold at retail

ENCOUNTERED PROBLEM

ASP marine biotoxins (amnesia toxins)

PROPOSED SOLUTION

Do not consume and bring back to the point of sale.

Food poisoning caused by these toxins results in digestive disorders (vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea) within 2 to 24 hours of ingestion of the contaminated shellfish. These disorders may be followed by feelings of dizziness, persistent headaches, disorientation, and possibly recent memory loss.

FURTHER INFORMATION

▸ Start date / End of marketing
Since 05/11/2021

▸ Health mark
FR.29.158.500.CE

▸ Distributors
CARREFOUR LECLERC POMONA POISSONNERIES – INDEPENDENT MARKETS

▸ Source
FURIC MAREE

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Luxembourg – RECALL: MEDIUM SHELLS (CERASTODERMA EDULE) OF THE BRAND THAËRON – ASP Toxins

Posted on May 18, 2021 by KSW | Leave a comment

SAP

Thaëron is recalling the following products:

Last name	Medium Cockles (Cerastoderma edule)
Mark	Thaeron
Unit	500 g
Bar code	3661737000281
Use by date (DLC)	05/19/21
Lot	13221

Last name	Medium Cockles (Cerastoderma edule)
Mark	Thaeron
Unit	1000 g
Bar code	3293580000974
Use by date (DLC)	05/19/21
Lot	13221

Danger : Contains amnesic toxins (ASP)

Consumption of these products can be dangerous for health. The symptoms are: diarrhea, vomiting (within 2 to 24 hours) and neurological symptoms (headache, confusion, disorientation or even amnesia).

Sale in Luxembourg by: Auchan

A sale by other operators cannot be excluded.

Source of information: Auchan recall notification

Communicated by: Government Commission for Quality, Fraud and Food Safety .

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New Zealand – Surti brand Paneer – E.coli

Posted on May 18, 2021 by KSW | Leave a comment

MPI

Surti brand Paneer

18 May 2021: Surti Indian Samosa Limited is recalling a specific batch of Surti brand Paneer due to the possible presence of E.coli.

Surti brand Paneer (various weights).

Product identification
Product type	Cheese
Name of product (size)	Surti brand Paneer (various weights)
Date marking	Best before 30JUN21
Package size and description	The product is sold in plastic packaging of various weights of approximately 200g to 500g.
Distribution	The product is sold at ethnic retail stores throughout New Zealand. Auckland Angels Spice and Superette, 284 Blockhouse Bay Road, Avondale, Auckland Arjun Supermarket, 5 Rankin Avenue, New Lynn Auckland ARKH Food and Spices Limited, 1/222 Swanson Road, Auckland Bikanervala, 2 White Swan Road, Mount Roskill, Auckland Bombay Chinese, Queens Court, 368 Queen Street, Auckland Chevalier Produce, 34 Fremlin Place, Avondale, Auckland Continental Halal Meats and Spices, 57G Cavendish Drive, Manukau, Auckland Get Fresh Mangere, 99 Westney Road, Mangere, Auckland Get Fresh Otahuhu, 81 Station Road, Otahuhu, Auckland Jay’s Fresh Mart Auckland, 59 Shirley Road, Papatoetoe, Auckland Kelvin Fruit and Vege Shop Auckland, 8 Mahia Road, Manuwera, Auckland Lotus Supermarket, 43B Cavendish Drive, Manukau, Auckland Lotus Supermarket, 64 Stoddard Road, Mount Roskill, Auckland Madinah Halal Meats, 1/16 Lambie Drive, Auckland Massey Fruit and Vege, 1/2 Triangle Road, Massey, Auckland Namaste Delhi Limited, 89 Great South Road, Epsom, Auckland Om Sai Foods & Spices, 3A/7 Reeves Road, Pakuranga, Auckland Patel Brothers Supermarket, 26 Carr Road, Mount Roskill, Auckland Point Chev Fresh, 1104/D Great North Road, Point Chevalier, Auckland 1 Puhinui Superette, 202 Puhinui Road, Papatoetoe, Auckland Raavi Foods And Spices Trading Limited, 421 Richardson Road, Mount Roskill Auckland Saffron Foods Henderson, 214 Universal Drive, Henderson, Auckland Spice Corner, 691 Manukau Road, Royal Oak, Auckland Vege Oasis Mangere, 376 Massey Road, Mangere East, Auckland Volt Convenience Store CBD, 107 Mayoral Drive, Auckland Yogiji’s Food Mart, 7/251 Lincoln Road, Henderson, Auckland Younus Halal Meat and Spices Limited, 1482B Dominion Road, Mount Roskill, Auckland Christchurch Krazy Price Mart Limited, 429 Tuam Street, Philipstown Wellington Indian Stores Limited, 218A Riddiford Street, Newtown
Notes	This recall does not affect any other Surti brand products.

Consumer advice

Customers are asked to check the date mark printed on the back of the product packaging.

Affected product should not be consumed unless it is cooked thoroughly (piping hot all the way through). There have been no reports of associated illness. However, if you have consumed any of this product and have any concerns about your health, seek medical advice.

Customers should return the product to their retailer for a full refund or cook thoroughly (piping hot all the way through).

Escherichia coli (E.coli) is a bacterium that normally lives in the intestines of people and other warm-blooded animals. Although most strains of E.coli are harmless, some types can cause serious illness, with severe diarrhoea and stomach cramps.

Who to contact

If you have questions, contact Surti Indian Samosa Limited.

Phone: 09 273 4164
Address: 1 Newsome Street, Onehunga, Auckland.

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France – Product recall: Thaëron France Pavilion shellfish Thaëron 300g tray -ASP Toxins

Posted on May 17, 2021 by KSW | Leave a comment

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Product recall: Thaëron France Pavilion shellfish Thaëron 300g tray

ENCOUNTERED PROBLEM

Possible presence of ASP toxins

PROPOSED SOLUTION

Do not consume and return to the point of sale for reimbursement.

These shells come from a fishing area contaminated by a toxin-producing algae. In the event of the appearance of gastrointestinal and / or neurological symptoms, consult your doctor, telling him that you have consumed shellfish contaminated with ASP phycotoxins.

FURTHER INFORMATION

▸ Barcode
3661737004869

▸ Lot
13221

▸ DLC – DDM
05/19/2021

▸ Start date / End of marketing
since 05/13/2021

▸ Health mark
FR 29 236 500 CE

▸ Source
https://www.supercasino.fr/

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USA – Public health officials urge consumers to check for yogurt linked to outbreak – E.coli

Posted on May 17, 2021 by KSW | Leave a comment

Food Safety News

E.coli

Washington State public health officials today announced a likely link between PCC Community Market brand organic yogurt and an E. Coli outbreak that is hitting children hard. The yogurt is produced by Pure Eire Dairy.

“The outbreak now includes 11 confirmed cases, including six children under the age of 10, infected with bacteria that have been genetically linked. Counties with cases include Benton (1), King (8), Snohomish (1) and Walla Walla (1). Seven people have been hospitalized. Three people have developed hemolytic uremic syndrome, a serious complication,” according to a statement this morning from the Washington Department of Health.

Pure Eire Dairy recalled all of its organic PCC yogurt Friday, May 14, after outbreak patients reported eating it before becoming sick. All flavors and best-by dates of the 8-ounce and 16-ounce yogurt sold under the PCC brand has been recalled.

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USA – E. coli Outbreak likely linked to fresh produce expands to Benton, King, Snohomish and Walla Walla counties – As many as 11 sickened, some with acute kidney failure

Posted on May 14, 2021 by KSW | Leave a comment

Food Poison Journal

The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) is working with local health jurisdictions to respond to a multi-county outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 that may be linked to fresh produce.

The outbreak currently includes six confirmed cases across Benton County (1), King County (3), Snohomish County (1) and Walla Walla County (1). DOH is only reporting confirmed cases infected with bacteria that have been genetically linked, but local health officials may report higher numbers for their counties that include cases still under investigation.

There is one case in the outbreak between ages 0-9, two cases age 10-19, one case age 20-29, one age 30-39, and one case age 70-79. Three cases have been hospitalized and one case developed hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS). HUS is a serious complication of E. coli O157:H7 infection that can damage the kidneys and other organs. The earliest case in the outbreak started having symptoms March 9, and the most recent case had symptoms starting April 21.