Category Archives: microbial contamination

RASFF Alert – Animal Feed – Salmonella – Rapeseed Meal

Posted on August 4, 2023 by | Leave a comment

RASFF

Salmonella spp. (in 3 out of 5 samples) in rapeseed meal from Belarus in France, Lithuania and Luxembourg

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The Silent Threats in Our Salad Bowls: Research Harnessing Plant Defenses to Combat E. coli and Salmonella Infections

Posted on August 3, 2023 by | Leave a comment

Food Safety.Com

Foodborne illnesses caused by bacteria like Escherichia coli (E. coli) and Salmonella pose a grave threat to public health. Among the various sources of contamination, plant-based and salad-related illnesses have garnered significant concern over the last decade. These infections can have severe repercussions, especially for individuals with compromised immune systems, such as children and seniors. The fear of these bacteria lingers in people’s minds, and it is crucial to address these concerns. This article explores the author’s groundbreaking research shedding light on the dangers of E. coli and Salmonella, and how this work can help safeguard lives through improved food safety practices.

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UK – Wales – Salmonella: Wrexham food poisoning cluster sparks investigation

Posted on August 3, 2023 by | Leave a comment

BBC Wales

A salmonella cluster in Wrexham has prompted an investigation to find the cause and prevent further cases.

Public Health Wales (PHW) is working with Wrexham council’s environmental health team and Betsi Cadwaladr health board to investigate.

PHW said the strain Salmonella Typhimurium can cause bloody diarrhoea, vomiting and stomach pain.

Most people who contract the bug usually recover but complications can occur among frail or very young people.

PHW has asked anyone who is worried about their health to call their GP or NHS Direct Wales on 111

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USA – 29 sick, 6 hospitalized in outbreak at Washington care facility

Posted on August 3, 2023 by | Leave a comment

Food Safety News

Public health officials in Seattle are investigating a Salmonella outbreak that has sickened more than two dozen residents of a long-term care facility.

“Based on the investigation, this outbreak was likely due to contaminated food served at the facility,” according to an outbreak announcement this afternoon from Public Health Seattle & King County. The department did not report what food was involved.

The public health department has identified 29 people as outbreak patients. Six of them have had to be admitted to hospitals, but no one has died. The outbreak has concluded, according to the health department

Illness onsets appear to have been July 1 through July 5. No ill food workers were identified as patients as of today. The public health department said the facility is not typically open to the public.

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USA – FDA – Investigations of Foodborne Illness Outbreaks

Posted on August 3, 2023 by | Leave a comment

FDA

What’s New

  • For the outbreak of Cyclospora cayetanensis (ref #1171), the case count has increased from 39 to 47 cases.
  • For the outbreak of Cyclospora cayetanensis (ref #1163), the case count has increased from 121 to 140 cases.
  • For the outbreak of Salmonella Paratyphi B var. L(+) tartrate+ (ref #1157), the case count has increased from 35 to 36 cases.
  • For the outbreak of Cyclospora cayetanensis (ref #1159), the case count has increased from 68 to 69 cases.

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France – HALF SKIMMED UHT MILK 1 L BOTTLE – Possibility of Contamination

Posted on August 3, 2023 by | Leave a comment

Gov france

Identification information of the recalled product

  • Product category Feed
  • Product subcategory Milk and dairy products
  • Product brand name MILSANI
  • Model names or references HALF SKIMMED UHT MILK 1 L BOTTLE
  • Identification of products
    Batch Date
    No lot (Bulk)
    23134TF Date of minimum durability 10/10/2023
  • Packaging 1L BOTTLE
  • Marketing start/end date From 05/22/2023 to 07/28/2023
  • Storage temperature Product to be stored at room temperature
  • Health mark FR 63-345-002 EC (only)
  • Further information ORLAIT – Manufacturing site: Dairy company of the volcanoes of Auvergne (FR 63 345 002 CE)
  • Geographic area of ​​saleRegions: Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, , , , , , , Grand-Est, , , , , , , Provence-Alpes-Côte d’azur
  • DistributorsALDI

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Research – Outbreaks and illnesses rose in Belgium in 2022

Posted on August 2, 2023 by | Leave a comment

Food Safety News

The number of outbreaks and people sick in them was higher in 2022 than the year before, according to the Belgian food agency.

Belgium recorded 830 outbreaks in 2022 compared to 547 in 2021, with 4,247 people affected compared to 2,070 in 2021. In 2022, 125 people were hospitalized, and two died.

The rise may partly be because of increased activity in the hospitality, restaurant, and catering sector after large closures because of COVID-19. The various incidents, such as Salmonella contamination at Ferrero, may also have raised consumer awareness and encouraged them to report illnesses, said the Federal Agency for the Safety of the Food Chain (FASFC).

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UK – Rare E. coli type behind deadly UK outbreak; 2 dozen sick – E.coli O183

Posted on August 2, 2023 by | Leave a comment

Food Safety News

One person has died in an E. coli outbreak being investigated by health authorities in the United Kingdom.

The Food Standards Agency (FSA) and UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) are trying to find the source of the ongoing Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC) O183 outbreak with the help of other public health agencies.

There are 24 cases in the UK, with 19 in England, two each in Northern Ireland and Scotland, and one in Wales since May. For patients with available information, onset dates range from May 23 to July 2.

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France – Salmon with candied lemon and vegetable couscous – risk of bacterial development

Posted on August 2, 2023 by | Leave a comment

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Identification information of the recalled product

  • Product category Feed
  • Product subcategory Prepared meals and snacks
  • Product brand name food cheri
  • Model names or references Salmon with candied lemon (0.6%) with couscous and vegetables
  • Identification of products
    Batch Date
    07/31/2023 (E) Use-by date 07/31/2023
  • Packaging Cardboard tray 390g
  • Marketing start/end date From 07/31/2023 to 07/31/2023
  • Storage temperature Product to be stored in the refrigerator
  • Health mark FR94.071.002CE
  • Geographic area of ​​sale Whole France
  • Distributors food cheri

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Canadian Food Safety Agency implements temporary measures to address U.S. romaine lettuce – E.coli O157

Posted on August 1, 2023 by | Leave a comment

Food Safety News

To mitigate the risk associated with E. coli O157:H7 in romaine lettuce from the United States, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has announced the implementation of temporary Safe Food for Canadians (SFC) license conditions.

The measures will be in effect from Sept. 28 to Dec. 20.

According to the CFIA, this action was taken to address the recurring outbreaks of foodborne illnesses related to E. coli O157:H7 in romaine lettuce imported from the United States. Investigations by U.S. authorities have traced the source of the outbreaks to the California Salinas Valley counties of Santa Cruz, Santa Clara, San Benito, and Monterey.

During the designated period, importers of romaine lettuce and salad mixes containing romaine lettuce from the U.S. must adhere to one of the following requirements:

  • Declare that the product does not originate from the Salinas Valley counties of California mentioned above, or
  • Submit an attestation form and Certificates of Analysis for each shipment, confirming that the romaine lettuce is free from detectable levels of E. coli O157:H7.

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