Category Archives: Pathogen

New Zealand – Cryptosporidium Outbreak?

Posted on March 5, 2013 by | Leave a comment

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Hawke’s Bay’s water operators are checking the region’s supplies for contamination of Cryptosporidium.

Health authorities have issued a warning following the diagnosis of 45 people over the past two months.

Medical Officer of Health Dr Nicholas Jones said the health protection team is analysing information to establish the cause of the outbreak – and expect there is more than one source.

“We’ve been in touch with the water operators and they don’t think they’ve got problems at the moment, but obviously it’s something we’re going to be looking into in more detail,” said Dr Jones.

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Canada – Recall Chocolate – Salmonella

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Health Hazard Alert – Certain Proti Diet High Protein Chocolate Dream Bar may contain Salmonella bacteria

Recall date:March 4, 2013

Reason for recall:Microbiological – Salmonella

Hazard classification:Class 2

Recalling Firm:Pro-Amino International Inc.

Distribution:Ontario, Quebec

Extent of the distribution:Retail

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USA – No Salmonella in Zachary Confectionary Easter Eggs

Posted on March 4, 2013 by | Leave a comment

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Chocolate covered marshmallow eggs made by Zachary Confections, Inc. recalled earlier this week are not contaminated with Salmonella after all, the company says.  On February 28, the  Frankfort, Ind. company issued a recall of the candy for potential contamination with Salmonella but “all products have been confirmed not to contain Salmonella and are safe to consume,” according to a statement on the company’s website.

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Canada – Recall – Gorgonzola Cheese – Listeria monocytogenes

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Updated Health Hazard Alert – Certain Mauri brand Gorgonzola may contain Listeria monocytogenes

Recall date: March 1, 2013

Reason for recall:Microbiological – Listeria

Hazard classification:Class 1

Recalling Firm:Arla Foods Incorporated

Distribution:Alberta, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Ontario, Quebec

Extent of the distribution:Retail

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RASFF Alert – Norovirus

Posted on March 1, 2013 by | Leave a comment

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RASFF – Norovirus in Chilled Oysters in France and Denmark sourced in France

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Canada – CFIA Recalls – Salmonella and Listeria in Pepperoni

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Reference Number: 7859 Recalling Firm: PRODUITS ALIMENTAIRES ITALIENS MILANO INC. Date of Recall: 2/25/2013 Recall Classification: 1 Distribution : Ontario, Quebec Extent of the Product Distribution : Hotel/Restaurant/Institutional

Product List

Brand Name Common Name Size Codes(s) on Product UPC Reason for Recall:
NEW MILANO PEPPERONI AND MINI PEPPERONI 5 x 10 lb 2013 FEB 12 1 80019 00011 3 Microbiological – Listeria
NEW MILANO PEPPERONI AND MINI PEPPERONI 5 x 10 lb 2013 FEB 12 1 80019 00011 3 Microbiological – Salmonella

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European RASFF Alerts – E.coli O157 – STEC – E.coli

Posted on March 1, 2013 by | 2 comments

FSAI – E. coli O157 present in Gouda Herb Cheese by Kilshanny Farmhouse Cheese

RASFF – E.coli in Chilled Mussels in Italy sourced in Spain

RASFF – STEC E.coli in Raw Milk Cheese in Germany sourced in France

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USA – Consumers Warned About Shellfish PSP

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Food Poisoning Bulletin

The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is warning consumers not to eat recreationally harvested mussels, clams, or whole scallops from Marin County. Dangerous levels of paralytic shellfish poisoning (PSP) toxins have been found in mussels in this region. These naturally occurring toxins can cause illness or death. Cooking does not destroy this toxin.

This warning is in addition to the annual mussel quarantine that was extended on October 31, 2012 for Del Norte and Humboldt counties. That quarantine is still in effect.

PSP Factsheet

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WHO – New Food Safety Platform – FOSCOLLAB

Posted on February 28, 2013 by | Leave a comment

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An innovative tool for food safety

FOSCOLLAB is a new WHO platform for food safety professionals.

FOSCOLLAB enables users to:

  • Access food safety data and information quickly
  • Maximize the utility of already existing sources and minimize duplication of efforts
  • Integrate data and information coming from animal/agriculture, food and human health areas to improve global public health
  • Promote better generation of data
  • Strengthen the underlying sources by promoting awareness and increased utilization

By integrating multiple sources of reliable data, FOSCOLLAB helps overcome the challenges of accessing these key sources in a timely manner. It allows for better risk assessment and decision-making by food safety professionals and authorities.

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Food Safety During Pregnancy Advice

Posted on February 28, 2013 by | Leave a comment

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Pregnancy is an important time for mother and baby.  There are many things to consider when choosing and preparing food.  This booklet is designed to help you make the best choices for you and your baby.

What you should know –

  • Bacteria that can cause foodborne illness include Listeria, Salmonella, Campylobacter and E.coli
  • Foodborne illness can be caused by eating contaminated food.  It can affect everyone, but it can be more serious for you and your baby when you are pregnant.
  • Foodborne illness can make your baby sick before and after birth
  • Proper food handling, eating foods which are safe for pregnant women and taking steps to SEPARATE, CHILL, CLEAN and COOK will help to prevent foodborne illness including listeriosis

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