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Oman – Dhofar Governorate records multiple food poisoning cases

Posted on October 27, 2020 by | Leave a comment

Times of Oman

Dhofar Governorate recorded several food poisoning incidences due to eating some seashells that were affected by the red tide phenomenon

The Ministry of Health (MOH) said, “A number of health institutions in Dhofar Governorate have registered several food poisoning incidences as a result of consuming seashells that contained poisonous substances as the beaches were affected due to the red tide phenomenon.”

“In such cases, the infected person may suffer from various symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhoea, symptoms related to the nervous system like numbness, weakened movement and shortness of breath,” the ministry added.

Therefore, MOH urges fishermen and consumers to avoid eating fishes and seashells coming from the areas affected by the red tide. It has also called upon all to stay away from the areas that suspected to be affected by the red tide phenomenon to avoid poisoning.

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Canada – Notice not to consume marinated herring sold by the National Herring Import Company Ltd – Listeria monocytogenes

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MAPAQ

Quebec

 October 26, 2020 – The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ), in collaboration with the Food Inspection Division of the City of Montreal and the company Compagnie Nationale d’Italie de herring ltée, located at 9820, boulevard Ray-Lawson, in Montreal , is warning the public not to consume the products indicated in the table below, as these foods are likely to contain Listeria monocytogenes .

Product name Brand Format Targeted lot
“Herring Matjes” In addition to this, you need to know more about it.

ADAR

 In addition to this, you need to know more about it.

Various formats

 Units sold until October 26, 2020
“Herring & Bone – The Jalapeno Herring”

The products that are the subject of this advisory were available for sale at several locations across the province . They were packaged in a clear plastic container with a clear or white plastic cover. They were sold refrigerated. The product label may include, in addition to their own name, the words “National Herring Co.”.

The operator is voluntarily recalling the products in question. He agreed with the MAPAQ and the Food Inspection Division of the City of Montreal to disseminate this notice as a precautionary measure. It should be noted that no case of illness associated with the consumption of these foods has been reported to MAPAQ to date.

People who have any of these products in their possession are therefore advised not to consume it. They must either return it to the establishment where they bought it or throw it away. Even if the product does not show any signs of spoilage or a suspicious odor, consuming food contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes bacteria can cause listeriosis, a foodborne illness that can lead to high fever, severe headache, stiff neck or nausea. In this regard, pregnant women and their unborn children, the elderly, children and people with weakened immune systems are considered to be the most vulnerable.

Additional information

Media relations
Communications
Department Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries
and Food
Tel. : 418 380-2100, extension 3512
www.mapaq.gouv.qc.ca

Product (s)

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Australia – Sunny Supreme Frozen Shredded Coconut 200g -Salmonella

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FSANZ

Date published: 27 October 2020

Product information

Sunny Seafood P/L is conducting a recall of Sunny Supreme Frozen Shredded Coconut 200g. The product has been available for sale at Asian grocery stores and Asian supermarkets in Vic.

Date markings

Best Before 20/08/2022

Sunny Supreme Frozen Shredded Coconut

Problem

The recall is due to microbial (salmonella) contamination.

Food safety hazard

Food products contaminated with salmonella may cause illness if consumed.

Country of origin

Vietnam

What to do​

Any consumers concerned about their health should seek medical advice and should return the products to the place of purchase for a full refund.

For further information please contact:

Sunny Seafood P/L
(03) 9480 6880
https://www.sunnyseafood.com.au/

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UK – FSA welcomes the outcome of the Hospital Food Review

Posted on October 26, 2020 by | Leave a comment

FSA

The Independent Review of NHS Hospital Food was announced by Health and Social Care Secretary Matt Hancock following a listeriosis outbreak in 2019.

The final report (Opens in a new window), published today, includes a number of recommendations to improve food safety, based largely on evidence provided by the FSA. These recommendations include having dedicated food safety specialists in each trust, hospitals implementing robust food safety management systems, and a compulsory function to report concerns across the entire hospital food chain. Crucially, NHS Trusts must also recognise that they are food business operators and responsible for ensuring that the food they provide is safe.

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Ireland – All Batches of Roosters Southern Fried Poppin’ Chicken and Roosters Breaded Poppin’ Chicken are Being Recalled due to the Possible Presence of Salmonella

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FSAI

Summary
Category 1: For Action
Alert Notification: 2020.62 (Update 2)
Product: Roosters Southern Fried Poppin’ Chicken;

Roosters Breaded Poppin’ Chicken;

pack size: 210g; approval number: PL 10610342 WE
Batch Code: All batch codes and all best before dates
Country Of Origin: Poland

Message:

Further to FSAI Food Alert 2020.62 and FSAI Food Alert 2020.62 (Update 1) , Aldi is extending its recall to include all batches and all best before dates of Roosters Southern Fried Poppin’ Chicken and Roosters Breaded Poppin’ Chicken. All batches are being recalled due to the possible presence of Salmonella. Point-of-sale recall notices will be displayed in stores supplied with the implicated products.

Nature Of Danger:

People infected with Salmonella typically develop symptoms between 12 and 36 hours after infection, but this can range between 6 and 72 hours.  The most common symptom is diarrhoea, which can sometimes be bloody.  Other symptoms may include fever, headache and abdominal cramps.  The illness usually lasts 4 to 7 days. Diarrhoea can occasionally be severe enough to require hospital admission. The elderly, infants, and those with impaired immune systems are more likely to have a severe illness.

Action Required:

Manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, caterers & retailers:

Retailers are requested to remove the implicated products from sale.

Consumers:

Consumers should not eat the implicated products.

Rooster S F Chicken Update
Roosters Breaded Chicken

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Australia – Golden Horse Dried Anchovy Kho Ca Com 450g

Posted on October 26, 2020 by | Leave a comment

FSANZ

Product information

Yuen’s Market Trading Co. is conducting a recall of Golden Horse Dried Anchovy Kho Ca Com 450g. The product has been available for sale at Asian grocery stores in Queensland.

Date markings

Best Before: 06/01/2023

Problem

The recall is due to biotoxin (histamine) contamination.

Food safety hazard

Food products containing histamine may cause illness/injury if consumed.

Country of origin

Vietnam

What to do​

Consumers should not eat this product and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Any consumers concerned about their health should seek medical advice.

For further information please contact:

Yuen’s Market Trading Co.

(07) 3722 8100

sales@yuensmarket.com.au

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UK – Soho Florids UK recalls Potter’s Herbals Malt Extract with Cod Liver Oil because of possible presence of mould

Posted on October 26, 2020 by | 2 comments

FSA

Soho Florids UK Ltd is recalling Potter’s Herbals Malt extract with Cod Liver Oil as it may contain mould. The product has been sold in various retailers across the UK.

Product details

Potter’s Herbals Malt Extract with Cod Liver Oil
Pack size 650g
Batch code 3M01134, 3M01136, 3M01137
Best before 31 January 2023

Risk statement

This product may contain mould, which makes it unsafe to consume.

Action taken by the company

Soho Florids UK Ltd is recalling the above product. Point of sale notices will be displayed in all retail stores that are selling these products. These notices explain to customers why the products are being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought the product. Please see the attached notice.
Customer Notice – Potter’s Herbals Malt Extract with Cod Liver Oil(Opens in a new window)

Our advice to consumers

If you have bought the above product do not consume it. Instead, return it to the store from where it was bought for a refund or replacement.

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UK – Sainsbury’s recalls by Sainsbury’s Cooked Mussels because of contamination with Salmonella

Posted on October 24, 2020 by | Leave a comment

FSA

Sainsbury’s is recalling frozen by Sainsbury’s Cooked Mussels because Salmonella has been found in some of the products in this batch.

Product details

by Sainsbury’s Cooked Mussels (frozen)
Pack size 300g
Batch code 2653152
Best before 08 September 2021

Risk statement

The presence of salmonella in the product listed above.

Symptoms caused by salmonella usually include fever, diarrhoea and abdominal cramps

Action taken by the company

Sainsbury’s is recalling the above product. Point of sale notices will be displayed in all retail stores that are selling this product. These notices explain to customers why the product is being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought the product. Please see the attached notice.
Customer notice – Sainsburys Mussels(Opens in a new window)

Our advice to consumers

If you have bought any of the above product do not eat it. Instead, return it to the store from where it was bought for a full refund.

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France – Product recall: Spanish Fuet from Supplier EMBUTIDOS SOLA SA – Salmonella

Posted on October 23, 2020 by | Leave a comment

Oulah

Product recall: Spanish Fuet from Supplier EMBUTIDOS SOLA SA

ENCOUNTERED PROBLEM

Demonstration of Salmonella

PROPOSED SOLUTION

People who may have this product are asked not to consume it and to return it to the point of sale where it was purchased.

Foodborne illness caused by salmonella results in gastrointestinal disturbances, diarrhea, vomiting and abdominal pain, often accompanied by fever; these symptoms may be more severe in young children, immunocompromised individuals and the elderly. The incubation period can range from 6 to 72 hours.
People who have consumed the products mentioned below and who have these symptoms are invited to consult their doctor, notifying him of this consumption.

FURTHER INFORMATION

▸ Approval numbers
• ES 10.12147 / B CE
• ES 10.01924 / B CE

▸ Trademark
all

▸ Presentation of
any type of product

▸ DDM
all

▸ Lot
all

▸ Consumer service contact
For any additional information, you can contact the EMBUTIDOS SOLA consumer service by dialing number: 0034 620 28 81 76 – Non-surcharged call from Monday to Saturday from 8:30 am to 7 pm.

▸ Source
https://www.auchan.fr/

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New Zealand – Rosa Foods, Rosie’s Kitchen, Real Good Food, and The Craft Meat Company brand products – Listeria monocytogenes

Posted on October 23, 2020 by | Leave a comment

MPI

23 October 2020: Rosa Foods Ltd is recalling specific batches of Rosa Foods, Rosies Kitchen, Real Good Food and The Craft Meat Company brand products due to the possible presence of Listeria monocytogenes.

Product type Chilled meals
Name of product (size) Packaged meals

  • Rosa Foods Clear Pack Beef Lasagne (275g)
  • Rosa Foods Clear Pack Pumpkin and feta (275g)
  • Rosie’s Kitchen Italian Lasagne (350g)
  • Real Good Food Beef Lasagne (350g)
  • Rosie’s Kitchen Pumpkin and Feta Lasagne (350g)
  • Real Good Food Pumpkin and Feta (350g)
  • Rosa Foods Clear Pack Roast Vegetable Frittata (275g)
  • Craft Meat Company Plant Based Lasagne (350g)

Products sold at the delicatessen counter

  • Rosa Foods Deli Beef Lasagne
  • Rosa Foods Deli Pumpkin and Feta Lasagne
  • Rosa Foods Roast Vegetable Frittata
Batch marking For Rosa Foods Roast Vegetable Frittata and Rosa Foods Clear Pack Roast Vegetable Frittata best before dates up to and including 03.11.20.

For Craft Meat Company 350g Plant Based Lasagne with best before dates up to and including 09.11.20.

For other products listed in this notice: best before dates up to and including 07.11.20
Package size and description Products are sold as retail ready packs (350g) or upon request from supermarket delicatessens.
Distribution The products are sold at the following supermarkets throughout New Zealand.

  • PAK’n Save
  • New World
  • Four Square
  • Countdown
  • Fresh Choice
Notes This recall does not affect any other Rosa Foods, Rosie’s Kitchen, Real Good Food or The Craft Meat Company brand products.

Consumer advice

Customers are asked to check the best before date printed on the packaged products.

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

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

More information on Listeria

Who to contact

If you have questions, contact Rosa Foods Ltd

  • Phone: 04 237 4218
  • Address: 65 Kenepuru Drive, Kenepuru, Porirua

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