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Canada – 365 Whole Foods Market brand organic carrots recalled due to E. coli O121

Posted on November 24, 2024 by | Leave a comment

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Organic carrots
Issue
Food – Microbial contamination – E. Coli – other pathogenic
What to do

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

Distribution
British Columbia
Ontario
365 Whole Foods Market brand - Organic Carrots - 454 g - Front
365 Whole Foods Market brand - Organic Carrots - 454 g - Back
365 Whole Foods Market brand - Organic Carrots - 907 g - Front
365 Whole Foods Market brand - Organic Carrots - 907 g - BackFront
365 Whole Foods Market brand - Organic Carrots - 2.3 kg - Front
365 Whole Foods Market brand - Baby Carrots - 454 g - Back

Affected products

Issue

The affected products are being recalled from the marketplace due to possible E. coli O121 contamination.

What you should do

  • If you think you became sick from consuming a recalled product, contact your healthcare provider
  • Check to see if you have recalled products
  • Do not consume, serve, use, sell, or distribute recalled products
  • Recalled products should be thrown out or returned to the location where they were purchased

Food contaminated with E. coli O121 may not look or smell spoiled but can still make you sick. Symptoms can include nausea, vomiting, mild to severe abdominal cramps and watery to bloody diarrhea. In severe cases of illness, some people may have seizures or strokes, need blood transfusions and kidney dialysis or live with permanent kidney damage. In severe cases of illness, people may die.

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France – All Cheese Products – Listeria monocytogenes

Posted on November 24, 2024 by | Leave a comment

Gov France

Product Category
Food
Product subcategory
Milk and dairy products
Product brand name
EARL The Farm of the Grand Wick
Model names or references
Raclette nature Bleu du Vercors-Sassenage Saint-Marcellin White cheeses
Product identification
Batch
All lots
Packaging
By the cut By the piece In a glass jar
Start/End of marketing date
From 08/18/2024 to 11/12/2024
Storage temperature
Product to be kept in the refrigerator
Geographic area of ​​sale
Departments: ISERE (38)
Distributors
EARL The Farm of the Grand Wick

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France – Several LS delicatessen references – Listeria monocytogenes

Posted on November 24, 2024 by | Leave a comment

Gov France

Product Category
Food
Product subcategory
Others
Product brand name
U
Model names or references
Not applicable
Product identification
GTIN Batch Date
3256220115674 000011323388 Expiry date 05/12/2024
3256227752759 000011321329 Expiry date 01/12/2024
000011323421 Expiry date 05/12/2024
3256227752766 000011321330 Expiry date 01/12/2024
3256220115667 000011319116 Expiry date 11/25/2024
000011321838 Expiry date 02/12/2024
000011323390 Expiry date 05/12/2024
Packaging
4 slices
Storage temperature
Product to be kept in the refrigerator
Health mark
FR 35 196 001 CE
Geographic area of ​​sale
Whole France
Distributors
U Teaches

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France – Sausage meat – E.coli

Posted on November 24, 2024 by | Leave a comment

Gov France

Product Category
Food
Product subcategory
Meats
Product brand name
The breeder
Model names or references
Sausage cellar tray
Product identification
Batch Date
24 312 Expiry date 11/18/2024
Packaging
Product preserved in black trays
Start/End of marketing date
From 07/11/2024 to 08/11/2024
Storage temperature
Product to be kept in the refrigerator
Geographic area of ​​sale
Whole France
Distributors
Sodex, Leader Price, Carrefour

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Italy – Pasteurized free-range egg white – Salmonella

Posted on November 22, 2024 by | Leave a comment

Salute

Brand : Lidl

Name : Pasteurized free-range egg white

Reason for reporting : Recall due to microbiological risk

Publication date : 22 November 2024

Documentation

Documentation

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RASFF Alerts – Norovirus – Mussels – Blackberries

Posted on November 22, 2024 by | Leave a comment

RASFF

Norovirus in Mytilus Galloprovincialis from Spain in Italy

RASFF

Norovirus in Mytilus Galloprovincialis from Spain in Italy

RASFF

Norovirus in blackberries from Serbia in Denmark and Sweden

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France – Sliced ​​hams (Smoked 6tr; with rind 6tr; Defatted Rindless 4tr) – Listeria monocytogenes

Posted on November 22, 2024 by | Leave a comment

Gov France

Product Category
Food
Product subcategory
Meats
Product brand name
The Butcher’s Choice
Model names or references
Smoked ham (6 slices) 270 g Ham DD 4 slices 180 gr approx. Plain ham (6 slices) 270 g
Product identification
GTIN Batch Date
3346650213344 000011323408 Expiry date 05/12/2024
3346650211708 000011321283 Expiry date 01/12/2024
3346650213276 000011322838 Expiry date 04/12/2024
Packaging
packaging in trays under controlled atmosphere
Start/End of marketing date
From 04/11/2024 to 19/11/2024
Storage temperature
Product to be kept in the refrigerator
Health mark
FR 35.196.001 CE
Geographic area of ​​sale
Whole France
Distributors
GMS, Wholesalers

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France – Ground beef steak from de-veined and defatted pieces – Listeria monocytogenes

Posted on November 22, 2024 by | Leave a comment

Gov France

Product Category
Food
Product subcategory
Meats
Product brand name
None
Model names or references
Ground beef steak
Product identification
Batch
4606552
Packaging
Sale on demand
Start/End of marketing date
From 08/11/2024 to 18/11/2024
Storage temperature
Product to be kept in the refrigerator
Additional information
Ground beef steaks from de-nerved and defatted pieces made in store at the customer’s request in the traditional section
Geographic area of ​​sale
Sennecey the Great (Saone and Loire)
Distributors
Auchan Sennecey le Grand 71240

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FSIS – USDA -Wolverine Packing Co. Recalls Ground Beef Products Due to Possible E. Coli O157:H7 Contamination

Posted on November 22, 2024 by | Leave a comment

FSIS USDA

Wolverine Packing Co., a Detroit, Mich. establishment, is recalling approximately 167,277 pounds of ground beef products that may be contaminated with E. coli O157:H7, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.

The fresh products have a “use by” date of 11/14/2024 and the frozen products are labeled with production date 10 22 24. View full product list. View labels.

The products subject to recall bear establishment number “EST. 2574B” inside the USDA mark of inspection. These items were shipped to restaurant locations nationwide.

The problem was discovered when FSIS was notified by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture of a group of ill persons who had reported that they consumed ground beef prior to their illness.

FSIS was notified of illnesses on November 13, 2024, and working in conjunction with Minnesota Departments of Agriculture and Health, FSIS determined that there was a link between the ground beef products from Wolverine Packing Co. and this illness cluster. On November 20, 2024, a ground beef sample collected by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture as part of an outbreak investigation tested positive for E. coli O157. To date, 15 case-patients have been identified in one state with illness onset dates ranging from November 2, 2024, to November 10, 2024. FSIS continues to work with the Minnesota Departments of Agriculture and Health on this investigation.

Anyone concerned about an illness should contact a healthcare provider. E. coli O157:H7 is a potentially deadly bacterium that can cause dehydration, bloody diarrhea and abdominal cramps 2–8 days (3–4 days, on average) after exposure the organism. While most people recover within a week, some develop a type of kidney failure called hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS). This condition can occur among persons of any age but is most common in children under 5-years old and older adults. It is marked by easy bruising, pallor, and decreased urine output. Persons who experience these symptoms should seek emergency medical care immediately.

FSIS is concerned that some product may be in restaurant refrigerators or freezers. Restaurants are urged not to serve these products. These products should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase.

FSIS routinely conducts recall effectiveness checks to verify recalling firms notify their customers of the recall and that steps are taken to make certain that the product is no longer available to consumers.

FSIS advises all consumers to safely prepare their raw meat products, including fresh and frozen, and only consume ground beef that has been cooked to a temperature of 160 F. The only way to confirm that ground beef is cooked to a temperature high enough to kill harmful bacteria is to use a food thermometer that measures internal temperature, https://www.fsis.usda.gov/safetempchart.

Consumers and members of the media with questions about the recall can contact Don Tanner, company representative at 248-762-1533.

Consumers with food safety questions can call the toll-free USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline at 888-MPHotline (888-674-6854) or send a question via email to MPHotline@usda.gov. For consumers that need to report a problem with a meat, poultry, or egg product, the online Electronic Consumer Complaint Monitoring System can be accessed 24 hours a day at https://foodcomplaint.fsis.usda.gov/eCCF/.

Product Images

Recall-031-2024-Labels.pdf

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USA – Fabalish Inc. Recalls “Kickin’ Carrot Falafel Bites” Because of Possible Health Risk -STEC E.coli O121

Posted on November 22, 2024 by | Leave a comment

FDA

Fabalish Inc, Carlstadt, NJ is recalling Kickin’ Carrot Falafel Bites because it may be contaminated with Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli (E. coli) O121:H19. E. coli O121:H19 is a bacterium that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, elderly people, and those with a weakened immune system. Some infections can cause severe bloody diarrhea conditions, such as a hemolytic uremic syndrome, or the development of high blood pressure, chronic kidney disease, and neurologic problems. Symptoms include severe stomach cramps, diarrhea, fever, nausea, and/or vomiting. The incubation period for E. coli O121:H19 in humans can range from 24 hours to as much as ten days. The average incubation period is 3 to 4 days.

The product was distributed in FL, NY, WA, TN, CA, IN, OH, IL, NH, VA, GA, NE, CO, UT, KS, TX, MA & MT. These products were sold directly to consumers through the Fabalish website. www.fabalish.comExternal Link Disclaimer

This product comes in a 10 oz orange box and labeled as “Fabalish Kickin’ Carrot Falafel Bites” with the lot code 260925 found on the side flap. See images attached.

No illnesses have been reported to date.

This recall is being conducted in response to a nationwide recall initiated by Grimmway Farms of organic whole carrots, which has been identified as a potential risk by one of our suppliers. Grimmway Farms Recalls Organic Whole and Select Organic Baby Carrots That May Be in Consumers’ Homes Due to Potential E. coli Contamination | FDA

Consumers who have purchased the affected Fabalish Kickin’ Carrot Falafel Bites are urged to discard in the trash and send a photo to orders@fabalish for a full refund. Consumers with any questions may contact the company at (201) 942-2900 Monday to Friday 10AM to 3PM EST.

Company Contact Information

Consumers:
Fabalish Inc.
 201-942-2900

Product Photos

  • Fabalish Falafel Bites, Kickin’ Carrot, 12 pieces
  • Top package label showing LOT 260925

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