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Belgium – Ground Cumin from the Buhara brand – Salmonella

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AFSCA

05/11/2022
FASFC recall
Product: ground cumin from the Buhara brand.
Problem: possible presence of Salmonella.

The FASFC is today recalling consumers of ground cumin of the Buhara brand. This recall follows a RASFF (Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed) concerning the possible presence of Salmonella.

The FASFC asks not to consume these products and to bring them back to the point of sale where they were purchased.

Product Description :

Product Category: Spices Product
Name: Ground Cumin
Brand: Buhara

Batch Expiry date (DDM) Weight

420032022 03-01-2023 70 GR
420052022 05-01-2024 500 GR
420132022 13-01-2024 200 GR
420202022 20-01-2024 70 GR
420242012 20 GR 420242012 242-4-15
420322022 01-02-2024 70 GR
420452022 14-02-2024 150 GR
420482022 17-02-2024 150 GR
420592022 28-02-2024 70 GR
420662022 07-03-2024 150 GR
420682022 09-03-2024 500 gr.
423352021 07-09-2023 70 GR
423522021 18-12-2023 70 GR

This product was sold through multiple outlets.

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

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Scotland – Kinder products linked to Salmonella outbreak still found on Scottish retail shelves

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FSS

Food Standards Scotland (FSS) is warning the public to continue to be on the lookout for certain Kinder products after investigations by local authorities found a substantial number of businesses with recalled product still available for sale.  These products should not be purchased or eaten.

The products, which were recalled by Ferrero in early April, have been linked to an ongoing salmonella outbreak. A number of these cases have been young children.

Stuart McAdam, FSS Head of Incidents, urged small business owners to ensure that recalled Kinder products are removed.

“Investigations have found that some products previously recalled remain on retailer shelves. In addition, products intended for the European market only, that have been recalled by Ferrero in Europe, have been subsequently imported into the UK by UK importers not linked to Ferrero.

“While FSS continues to work closely with Local Authorities and Public Health Scotland, I would urge any small business owner to double check their stock to ensure recalled product isn’t available for sale.

“Any members of the public who have bought or spot recalled Kinder products on shelves or online are advised to raise the issue with the retailer and report the matter to their Local Authority so that action can be taken.”

Symptoms of salmonellosis typically resolve themselves within a few days and include diarrhoea, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting and fever. However, symptoms can be more severe and lead to hospitalisation, especially in the very young and those with weakened immune systems.

Anybody with concerns that they have symptoms of salmonellosis should contact their GP or call NHS 111. Salmonella can be spread from person to person as well as from food, so anyone affected should adhere to good hygiene practices, such as washing hands thoroughly after using the bathroom and avoiding handling food for others where possible, if you have symptoms.

The full list of recalled products, including a selection of European labelled products, include:

  • Kinder Surprise:

– Pack size 20g, all best before dates up to and including 04 January 2023

– Pack size 20g x 3, all best before dates up to and including 04 January 2023

– Pack size 100g, all best before dates up to and including 21 August 2022

  • Kinder Mini Eggs (pack size 75g): All best before dates up to and including 21 August 2022
  • Kinder Egg Hunt Kit (pack size 150g): All best before dates up to and including 21 August 2022.
  • Kinder Schokobons (pack size 70g, 200g, 320): All best before dates up to and including 04 January 2023
  • Kinder Maxi Mix Peluche (pack size 133g): Best before date of 21 August 2022
  • Kinder Niespodzianka Maxi Lei (pack size 100g): Best before date of 21 August 2022
  • Ferrero Kinder Mix Geschenktüte (pack size 193g): Best before date of 21 August 2022
  • Ferrero Kinder Mix Bunte Mischung (pack size 132g): Best before date of 21 August 2022
  • Kinder Niespodzianka Maxi Uni BN (pack size 100g): Best before date of 21 August 2022
  • Kinder Surprise Geant Gar (pack size 100g): Best before date of 20 August 2022
  • Kinder Surprise Fille (pack size 100g): Best before date of 20 April 2022
  • Kinder Schokobons Sachet (pack size 125g and 200g): Best before date of 26 October 2022
  • Kinder Happy Moments (pack size 242g): Best before date of 21 August 2022
  • Kinder Happy Moment Ballotin 1 (all pack sizes): Best before date of 21 August 2022
  • Swieta Kinder Jajko Z Niespodzianka Maxi Uni Wn (pack size, 100g): Best before date of 21 August 2022
  • Swieta Kinder Maxi Mix Peluche Bn (pack size 133g): Best before date of 21 August 2022

Additional details of the products affected can be found in the product recall information notice on the FSS website.

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Research – International outbreak of salmonellosis in young children linked to the consumption of Kinder brand products. Update on May 4, 2022.

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Sante Publique

Following the investigations carried out by the Belgian health authorities, together with their English, European and in particular French counterparts, the company Ferrero proceeded on April 5, 2022 to the recall of several Kinder range products manufactured in a factory in Belgium due to suspected contamination by Salmonella Typhimurium . On April 8, 2022, the recall finally affected all Kinder products from this factory, regardless of their expiry date. On April 14, 2022, an update of the recalled products, including the 2021 Christmas Advent Calendars, was released.

Case of salmonellosis in France: update on May 4, 2022

In total, as of 05/04/2022: 81 cases of salmonellosis with a strain belonging to the epidemic have been identified by the National Reference Center (CNR) for salmonella at the Institut Pasteur in France.

The 81 cases are spread over 12 regions (Grand-Est (14 cases), Ile-De-France (13 cases), Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur (13 cases), Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes (11 cases), Hauts-de-France (8 cases), Normandy (5 cases), Bourgogne-Franche-Comté (4 cases), New Aquitaine (4 cases), Occitanie (4 cases), Brittany (3 cases), Pays de la Loire (1 case) and Corsica (1 case)), with a median age of 4 years, and concern 42 girls and 39 boys.

Fifty-one cases were interviewed by Public Health France. All the cases, except 1, report, before the onset of their symptoms (which occurred between 20/01 and 04/04/2022), the consumption of chocolates of the brand cited here.

Twenty-two people were hospitalized for their salmonellosis, all since discharged. No deaths were reported.

The foods in question having been identified and the management measures taken, the weekly situation updates are drawn up. Public Health France continues to monitor the reporting of cases by the NR, which are expected due to the different delays inherent in monitoring ( see the infographic dedicated to food alerts ).

The successive withdrawals and recalls of the Kinder brand products concerned, produced by the Belgian factory with its closure by the Belgian authorities, should limit the occurrence in France of new cases of salmonellosis in connection with these chocolates.

The possible identification of new cases with dates of isolation at a distance from the recall withdrawal measures will be the subject of investigations if necessary.

To find out the list of products concerned by the withdrawal-recall: https://rappel.conso.gouv.fr/

People who have consumed the products mentioned above and who present symptoms (gastrointestinal disorders, fever within 72 hours of consumption), are invited to consult their doctor without delay, notifying him of this consumption.

In order to limit person-to-person transmission (especially in households with young children), it is recommended to wash your hands well with soap and water after using the toilet, after changing your child, and before to cook.

International situation

See the previous points

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Italy – WURSTEL POLLI MPACK 3X100 GR -Salmonella

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Salute

Brand : FIORUCCI

Name : WURSTEL POLLI MPACK 3X100 GR

Reason for reporting : Recall due to microbiological risk

Publication date : 10 May 2022
Documentation

Documentation

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UK – Aldi recalls Eat + Go Chicken & Bacon Caesar Wrap and Eat + Go Chicken & Bacon Caesar Wrap Triple because of the possible presence of Salmonella

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FSA

Aldi is recalling Eat + Go Chicken & Bacon Caesar Wrap and Eat + Go Chicken & Bacon Caesar Wrap Triple because of the possible presence of salmonella in these products.

Product details

Eat + Go Chicken & Bacon Caesar Wrap
Use by 11 May 2022
Eat + Go Chicken & Bacon Caesar Wrap
Use by 12 May 2022
Eat + Go Chicken & Bacon Caesar Wrap
Pack size Triple
Use by 11 May 2022
Eat + Go Chicken & Bacon Caesar Wrap
Pack size Triple
Use by 12 May 2022

Risk statement

The possible presence of salmonella in the products listed above.

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

Action taken by the company Aldi is recalling the above products. 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 products. Please see the attached notice.
Customer Notice: Aldi Eat + Go Chicken and Bacon Caesar Wrap (334.73 KB)
Our advice to consumers If you have bought any of the above products do not eat them. Instead, return them to the nearest store for a full refund. For further information please visit http://www.aldi.co.uk and https://customerservice.aldi.co.uk/contact

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Belgium – Chocolate products (chocolate, chewing gum, sweets, cookies, waffles) of the STRAUSS ELITE brand – Salmonella

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AFSCA

Recall of Amandex
Products: Chocolate products (chocolate, chewing gum, sweets, cookies, waffles) of the STRAUSS ELITE brand
Problem: Possible presence of Salmonella.

In collaboration with the FASFC, AMANDEX is withdrawing chocolate products (chocolate, chewing gum, sweets, biscuits, waffles) from the STRAUSS ELITE company from sale and recalling them from consumers due to the possible presence of Salmonella.

AMANDEX asks its customers not to consume these products and to return them to the point of sale where they were purchased.

Description of products

– Chocolate products: chocolate, chewing gum, candies, cookies, waffles
– Brand: Elite Strauss
– Regardless of expiry date, batch number and nature of packaging

Complete list of recalled products (PDF) – UPDATE

The products were distributed in different points of sale:

Point of sale name /

Distribution chain name

 Street + number Postal code Commune (city)
GROSZ CENTER BV J.JORDANSTRAAT 64 2018 ANTWERPEN
BAK. GOTTESFELD BV MERCATORSTRAAT 20 2018 ANTWERPEN
KATZ-HERSHKOVITZ ISABELLALEI 47 2018 ANTWERPEN
MANDL LAMORINIERESTRAAT 136 2018 ANTWERPEN
Super shop BV BELGIËLEI 151 2018 ANTWERPEN
BRAUN-HERSTIK DEVORA VAN DIEPENBEECKSTRAAT 63 2018 ANTWERPEN
CONVENIENCE LAMORINIÈRESTRAAT 199 2018 ANTWERPEN
Klein’s Voeding MERCATORSTRAAT 22 2018 ANTWERPEN
HOFFMAN ELIEZER LANGE KIEVITSTRAAT 58 2018 ANTWERPEN
PEREL SIMONSTRAAT 22 2018 ANTWERPEN
KING FOOD MANDEL LAMORINIERESTRAAT 25 2018 ANTWERPEN
HUIS VOOR DE JEUGD VZW. BRIALMONTLEI 48 2018 ANTWERPEN
FRESH FOOD (GROSZ). CHARLOTTELEI 25 2018 ANTWERPEN
FREEZE TOV VANDERKINDEREN STREET 381 1180 BRUSSELS
HAMAKOM SRL HENRI WAFELAERTS STREET 12 1060 BRUSSELS
HERCZL&GOLD BV Provincestraat 216 2018 ANTWERPEN
BE.H PRINS BOUDEWIJENLAAN 9/4A 2550 KONTICH

For any additional information , please contact:
Madame MANDEL via GSM: 0476 447259 or via e-mail: AMANDEX.77@GMAIL.COM

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Research – Study Highlights Importance of Cooking Non-Ready-to-Eat Frozen Vegetables, Fruits and Herbs Prior to Eating

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FSAI

The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) and safefood today released findings from a comprehensive study which shows a potential low-level risk of illness for consumers who eat non-ready-to-eat* frozen vegetables, fruits or herbs without prior cooking. The microbiological study analysed almost 1,000 samples of frozen vegetables, fruits and herbs for the presence of Listeria monocytogenes,Salmonella, Listeria spp. and E. coli. Listeria monocytogenes was found in 27 of the samples tested (3%), the majority of which were non-ready-to-eat frozen vegetables (21 samples).

The FSAI and safefood stress that whilst the figures were low for the presence of Listeria monocytogenes – it is a potential health risk for people who may eat these non-ready-to-eat frozen foods uncooked frequently, and/or if consumer preparation and handling practices allow Listeria monocytogenes, if present, to grow to levels high enough to cause listeriosis. The consumer research part of the study surveyed 815 people across the island of Ireland and found that 80% said they regularly eat frozen vegetables, 40% eat frozen fruits, and 13% eat frozen herbs. While most (68%) said they would cook the product before eating, others (32%) said they regularly eat one or more types of frozen vegetables, fruits or herbs without cooking them. Strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and mixed berries were the frozen fruits most likely to be eaten uncooked in a dessert or in a smoothie. A smaller number of consumers said they would regularly eat uncooked non-ready-to-eat frozen vegetables such as sweetcorn, carrots, peas, peppers, and spinach in a salad or as a garnish.

The FSAI and safefood advise that all non-ready-to-eat frozen vegetables, fruits and herbs should be cooked prior to eating and in accordance with the cooking instructions on the label. If these products are eaten uncooked by people who are immunocompromised, pregnant, the elderly or young children, there is risk of serious illness. Symptoms of Listeria monocytogenes infection can include mild flu-like symptoms, or gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea.

Commenting at the release of the study, Dr Pamela Byrne, Chief Executive, FSAI, emphasised the importance of correct labelling and that caterers and food service businesses must ensure they are following the manufacturers’ instructions when they are preparing food for their customers.

“It is vital that food manufacturers follow best practice guidelines and ensure frozen products that are not ready-to-eat are clearly labelled as such, with clear cooking instructions. They also need to ensure there are no serving suggestions presented on the packaging which could suggest that the products can be eaten thawed without prior cooking – whether they be frozen vegetables, fruit or herbs. Caterers and food service businesses must check the food labels and cook the frozen products, if instructed, so as to ensure that the food they are serving to their customers is safe to eat.”

Commenting, Dr Gary A Kearney, interim Chief Executive safefood said: “We know from social media that there’s a growing trend for people to eat frozen fruit and vegetables raw in things like smoothies and salads. While the risk of contracting a Listeria infection is low, it’s still a risk you can avoid by reading the manufacturer’s instructions and cooking these frozen foods before you eat them. Those most at risk from a Listeria infection include young children, pregnant women and people with an underlying medical condition or weakened immunity, If the product says, ‘cook before eating’, we would remind people to always follow that advice.”

National microbiological survey and consumer habits in relation to frozen vegetables, fruits and herbs.

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India – Food poisoning: Salmonella, Shigella found in shawarma samples

Posted on May 9, 2022 by | Leave a comment

New Indian Express

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: The food samples collected from the shawarma outlet at Cheruvathur had the presence of salmonella and shigella bacteria, Health Minister Veena George has said. The chicken shawarma samples had salmonella and shigella while the pepper powder had salmonella. These samples have been confirmed ‘unsafe’ as per the Food Safety Act. A 16-year-old schoolgirl died and 52 persons fell sick after having shawarma from a snacks bar at Cheruvathur recently.

The special drive of the Food Safety Department saw inspections on 349 premises across the state on Saturday. Action was taken against 32 outlets which did not have licence or registration. Notices were served on 119 institutions. Twenty-two kilograms of stale meat was seized. Thirty-two samples were sent for lab test.

Since May 2, 1,132 raids were conducted across the state. Action was taken against 142 outlets which lacked licence or registration. Notice was served on 466 establishments. One hundred and sixty-two kilograms of stale meat was seized and 125 samples were sent for lab test. A total of 6,035 kg of fish, either adulterated or stale, was destroyed. Four hundred and fifty eight outlets were raided as part of ‘Operation Jaggery’ drive, the minister said.

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UK – Update 3: Ferrero recalls in the UK products intended for European market

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FSA

Ferrero is extending its precautionary recall of a selection of European labelled Kinder products manufactured at the Arlon factory in Belgium, which might be contaminated with Salmonella. Investigations have found that some products, intended for the European market only and which have already been recalled by Ferrero in Europe, have been imported into the UK by UK importers not linked to Ferrero. This update does not replace earlier update 2. Both updates are valid.

Product details

Kinder Maxi Mix Peluche
Pack size 133g
Best before 21 August 2022
Kinder Niespodzianka Maxi Lei
Pack size 100g
Best before 21 August 2022
Ferrero Kinder Mix Geschenktüte
Pack size 193g
Best before 21 August 2022
Ferrero Kinder Mix Bunte Mischung
Pack size 132g
Best before 21 August 2022
Kinder Niespodzianka Maxi Uni BN
Pack size 100g
Best before 21 August 2022
Kinder Surprise Geant Gar
Pack size 100g
Best before 20 August 2022
Kinder Surprise Fille
Pack size 100g
Best before 20 April 2022
Kinder Schokobons Sachet
Pack size 125g and 200g
Best before 26 October 2022
Kinder Happy Moments
Pack size 242g
Best before 21 August 2022
Kinder Happy Moment Ballotin 1
Pack size All
Best before 21 August 2022
Swieta Kinder Jajko Z Niespodzianka Maxi Uni Wn
Pack size 100g
Best before 21 August 2022
Swieta Kinder Maxi Mix Peluche Bn
Pack size 133g
Best before 21 August 2022

Risk statement

The possible presence of Salmonella in the products listed above.

Symptoms caused by Salmonella usually include fever, diarrhoea and abdominal cramps.

Action taken by the company

Ferrero is recalling the above products. Point of sale notices will be displayed in 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 products.

Our advice to consumers

If you have bought the above products do not eat them. Instead, please take them back to the store where you purchased the products and request a refund.

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Research – Prevalence and antimicrobial resistance of non-typhoidal Salmonella enterica from head meat and trim for ground product at pork processing facilities

Posted on May 8, 2022 by | Leave a comment

Journal of Food Protection

Pork head meat may harbor Salmonella and contaminate other carcass byproducts during harvest and fabrication. A large pork processing plant in the United States was sampled bimonthly for 11 months to determine the concentration, prevalence, seasonality, serotype diversity, and antimicrobial susceptibility of Salmonella enterica isolated from cheek meat and head trim of swine carcasses. Each collection consisted of 25 samples on 2 consecutive days in the morning and afternoon shifts, for a total of 100 cheek meat and 100 head trim samples each month. Tissues were cultured for Salmonella using restrictive media and enrichment techniques, and a subset of isolates was serotyped, analyzed for antimicrobial susceptibility, and genome sequenced. Salmonella post-enrichment prevalence did not differ ( P = 0.20) between cheek meat (63%) and head trim (66%). Post-enrichment prevalence differed ( P < 0.05) by month (January 94%; March 80%; May 54%; July 59%; September 47%; and November 55%), and by processing shift (morning 68%; afternoon 62%). The subset (n = 618) of isolates selected for serotyping yielded 21 distinct serotypes: Typhimurium (49%), Infantis (10%), Heidelberg (8%), I 4,[5],12:i- (8%), and 17 other types (≤ 5%). A total of 407 multidrug-resistant (MDR; resistance to 3 or more antibiotic classes) isolates were identified. There were 120 isolates that exhibited the penta-resistant ACSSuT phenotype. In addition, 113 isolates exhibited decreased susceptibility to ciprofloxacin (DSC; MIC ≥ 0.12 µg/mL). Resistance genes bla CARB , bla SHV , bla TEM , aac(6′)-Ib-cr , qnrB , sul2 , and dfrA were expressed in numerous MDR Salmonella isolates. The data from the present study suggest that pork products from the head, as compared to data reported for carcasses, may have a relatively high prevalence of Salmonella with diverse serotypes and MDR.

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