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Belgium – Salade & Compagnie “Antibes” from the Sodebo brand. – Salmonella

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AFSCA

The AFSCA is withdrawing from sale and recalling from consumers the prepared salad Salade & Compagnie “Antibes” of the Sodebo brand, following the possible presence of Salmonella.

The AFSCA asks not to consume this product and to bring it back to the point of sale where it was purchased.

Product description Product

name: Salade & Compagnie “Antibes”
Brand: Sodebo Use-by
date (DLC): 06/09/2020
EAN code: 3242274002053
Packaging: tray
Weight: 320 g

The product has been sold through several points of sale in Belgium.

For further information, you can contact the AFSCA contact point for consumers: 0800 / 13.550 or pointdecontact@afsca.be .

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Belgium – Pasta Mici, chopped prepared (1kg) of Georges mark – Salmonella

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AFSCA

In agreement with the AFSCA, the company LMCHOP is withdrawing from sale the product “Pasta de Mici” 1kg (prepared chopped) and is recalling it to consumers because of a possible presence of Salmonella.

LMCHOP asks its customers not to consume this product and to bring it back to the point of sale where it was purchased: Georges, Rue Ropsy Chaudron 24, 1070 Anderlecht.

Product description

– Product name: Pasta de Mici 1kg
– Brand: Georges
– Use by date (DLC) (“To be consumed until”): 01/09/2020
– Lot number: PDM280820
– Sale period: from 08/28/2020 to 08/30/2020
– Type of packaging: plastic container
– Weight: 1kg

The product was sold via Georges (rue Ropsy Chaudron 24, 1070 Anderlecht).

For any further information , please contact:
Mr. Lucas Hudders
Tel. : 052306421

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New Zealand – Shellfish biotoxin alert – PSP

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MPI

North Island warnings

West coast, South Head to Tirua Point (south of Kawhia)

Reason for alert Paralytic Shellfish Poisoning (PSP)
Date warning issued Extended on 2 September 2020

Media release

First issue: 12 August 2020

Media release
Affected area West Coast North Island – from South Head (Manukau Harbour entrance) to Tirua Point (south of Kawhia)
Shellfish affected Mussels, oysters, tuatua, pipi, toheroa, cockles, scallops, catseyes, kina (sea urchin) and all other bivalve shellfish.

Note, cooking shellfish does not remove the toxin.

Pāua, crab and crayfish may still be eaten if the gut has been completely removed prior to cooking, as toxins accumulate in the gut. If the gut is not removed its contents could contaminate the meat during the cooking process.
Symptoms Symptoms typically appear between 10 minutes and 3 hours after ingestion and may include:

  • numbness and a tingling (prickly feeling) around the mouth, face, and extremities (hands and feet)
  • difficulty swallowing or breathing
  • dizziness
  • headache
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • diarrhoea
  • paralysis and respiratory failure and in severe cases, death.
Other information Paralytic shellfish toxins have been detected in shellfish at levels over the safe limit of 0.8mg/kg set by MPI. Ongoing testing will continue and any changes will be communicated accordingly.

Map of affected area

Map showing the affected area

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New Zealand – Shellfish biotoxin alert extended for North Island west coast, including Raglan

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MPI

The Ministry for Primary Industries today extended the current public health warning against collecting shellfish from the west coast of the North Island. The warning now extends from South Head (Manukau Harbour entrance) to Tirua Point (south of Kawhia Harbour).

Paralytic Shellfish Poisoning (PSP) toxins have been detected in shellfish from the Kawhia Harbour above the safe limit set by MPI.

The other public health warning for Hawke’s Bay remains in place.

Mussels, oysters, tuatua, pipi, toheroa, cockles, scallops, catseyes, kina (sea urchin) and all other bivalve shellfish should not be eaten.

Note, cooking shellfish does not remove the toxin.

Pāua, crab and crayfish may still be eaten if the gut has been completely removed prior to cooking, as toxins accumulate in the gut. If the gut is not removed its contents could contaminate the meat during the cooking process.

Symptoms typically appear between 10 minutes and 3 hours after ingestion and may include:

  • numbness and a tingling (prickly feeling) around the mouth, face, and extremities (hands and feet)
  • difficulty swallowing or breathing
  • dizziness
  • headache
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • diarrhoea
  • paralysis and respiratory failure and in severe cases, death.

If anyone becomes ill after eating shellfish from an area where a public health warning has been issued, phone Healthline for advice on 0800 61 11 16, or seek medical attention immediately. You are also advised to contact your nearest public health unit and keep any leftover shellfish in case it can be tested.

Monitoring of toxin levels will continue and any changes will be communicated accordingly. Commercially harvested shellfish – sold in shops and supermarkets, or exported – is subject to strict water and flesh monitoring programmes by MPI to ensure they are safe to eat.

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France – Salade & Compagnie Antibes Recipe SODEBO brand – Salmonella

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ENCOUNTERED PROBLEM

Presence of salmonella

PROPOSED SOLUTION

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

https://www.oulah.fr/rappel-produit-salade-compagnie-recette-antibes-de-marque-sodebo/

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France – Cavet brand organic white goat cheese – Salmonella

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ENCOUNTERED PROBLEM

Presence of salmonella

PROPOSED SOLUTION

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

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.

https://www.oulah.fr/rappel-produit-chevre-blanc-bio-x2-de-marque-cavet/

 

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Australia – MILKLAB and Blue Diamond almond milk – Pseudomonas spp

Posted on September 1, 2020 by | Leave a comment

FSANZ

Freedom Foods is recalling their MILKLAB Almond Milk and Blue Diamond Almond Breeze Chocolate Almond Milk due to a potential microbial contamination.

This recall includes an earlier recall by RIO Coffee of MILKLAB Almond Milk with a Best Before date of 6 AUG 2021 in SA – this recall has been removed from the website.

MILKLAB Almond Milk has been available for sale nationally in various coffee shops and food service outlets.

Blue Diamond Almond Breeze Chocolate Almond Milk has been available for sale in NSW (Coles and Woolworths), QLD (Coles and Woolworths), SA (Coles), TAS (Coles), VIC (Coles and Woolworths) and WA (Coles and Woolworths).

Date markings:

MILKLAB
Almond Milk 1L
Best Before dates: 18/06/21, 01/07/21, 20/07/21, 29/07/21, 06/08/21

Blue Diamond
Almond Breeze
Chocolate Almond Milk 1L
Best Before date: 27/04/21

UHT almond milk brand milk lab and blue diamond almond breeze

Problem

The recall is due to potential microbial contamination (bacteria pseudomonas).

Food safety hazard

Food products with microbial contamination may cause illness if consumed.

Country of origin

Australia

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:

Freedom Foods
1800 646 231
www.freedomfoods.com.au

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Canada – Notice not to consume microgreens sold by the company Les Jardins Picoudi – Salmonella

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MAPAQ

The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ), in collaboration with the company Les Jardins Picoudi, in Saint-Robert , is warning the population not to consume the products indicated in the table below, as these foods may contain Salmonella bacteria .

 

Product name Formats CUP Targeted lot
“Broccoli microgreens” In addition to this, you need to know more about it.

35g

75g

 813526000016
813526000115		 In addition to this, you need to know more about it.

3233
“Arugula microgreens” 813526000061
813526000160
“Coriander microgreens” 813526000054
813526000153

The products that are the subject of this advisory were available for sale at several locations across the province . They were packaged in rectangular transparent plastic dishes and sold refrigerated. The label includes, in addition to the proper name of the products, the words “PICOUDI”.

The operator voluntarily withdraws the products in question. He agreed with MAPAQ to disseminate this advice 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 a unit 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 products do not show any signs of spoilage or a suspicious odor, they are susceptible to contamination by Salmonella bacteria.

Consuming food contaminated with this bacteria can cause salmonellosis, a foodborne illness. In young children, the elderly and people with weakened immune systems, salmonellosis can cause very serious infections. In healthy people, it can manifest with symptoms such as high fever, chills, severe headache, vomiting, nausea, abdominal pain, or diarrhea, sometimes with blood in the stomachs. stool. Symptoms usually appear 6 to 72 hours after consuming a contaminated food or after contact with an animal carrying the bacteria. Symptoms usually last three to seven days.

Additional information

Source:

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

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Australia – Godel’s Chicken Wurst 200g – Listeria monocytogenes

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FSANZ

Product information

Solomon Kosher Butcher Pty Ltd is conducting a recall of 200g Vacuum Packaged Godel’s Chicken Wurst. The product has been available for sale at Solomon Kosher Butcher, Kosher Kingdom, and Budget Rite in Doncaster VIC, and Krinsky’s Supermarket, Bondi NSW.

Date markings

Use by 8/9/20, 17/9/20

Godels chicken wurst

Problem

The recall is due to to a possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination.

Food safety hazard

Listeria monocytogenes may cause illness in pregnant women and their unborn babies, the elderly, and people with low immune
systems.

Country of origin

Australia

What to do​

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

 

For further information please contact:

Solomon Kosher Butcher Pty Ltd
(03) 9532 8855; www.solomon.com.au

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Australia – Milk Lab Almond Milk 1L

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FSANZ

Product information

Rio Coffee Pty Ltd is conducting a recall of Milk Lab Almond Milk 1L. The product has been available for sale at select supermarkets, cafes and restaurants in SA.

Date markings

Best Before 6 AUG 2021

Problem

The recall is due to potential microbial contamination.

Food safety hazard

Food products with microbial contamination may cause illness if consumed.

Country of origin

Australia

What to do​

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

For further information please contact:

Rio Coffee Pty Ltd

​(08) 8362 3376

​www.riocoffee.com.au

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