Category Archives: STEC

France – CHAVIGNOL AOP BELLE FRANCE – STEC E.coli O103:H2

Posted on October 25, 2024 by | Leave a comment

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Product Category
Food
Product subcategory
Milk and dairy products
Product brand name
The Delights of Beautiful France
Model names or references
CHAVIGNOL AOP BELLE FRANCE X2
Product identification
GTIN Batch Date
3258563430421 L262-07 Minimum durability date 11/18/2024
Packaging
Cellar by 2
Start/End of marketing date
From 09/10/2024 to 23/10/2024
Storage temperature
Product to be kept in the refrigerator
Health mark
FR 18.194.050 CE
Geographic area of ​​sale
Whole France
Distributors
Francap

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RASFF Alerts – STEC E.coli – Lambs Lettuce Mix – Lamb Meat – Frozen Beef Carpaccio

Posted on October 25, 2024 by | Leave a comment

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Verotoxin-producing E. coli (VTEC) in lamb’s lettuce mix from the Netherlands in Germany

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STEC in lamb meat from Ireland in the Netherlands

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Suspicion of Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli (STEC) in frozen beef carpaccio produced in Germany with raw material from Argentina in Germany

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France – Chavignol AOP goat cheese – STEC E.coli O103:H2

Posted on October 24, 2024 by | Leave a comment

Gov France

Product Category
Food
Product subcategory
Milk and dairy products
Product brand name
Gourmet Heritage
Model names or references
Chavignol AOP goat cheese 2x60g
Product identification
GTIN Batch Date
3257980352200 L262-07 Minimum durability date 11/18/2024
Start/End of marketing date
From 10/15/2024 to 10/23/2024
Storage temperature
Product to be kept in the refrigerator
Health mark
FR 18.194.050 CE
Geographic area of ​​sale
Whole France
Distributors
Match Supermarkets

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France – CHAVIGNOL AOP – STEC E.coli – O103:H2

Posted on October 23, 2024 by | Leave a comment

Gov France

Product Category
Food
Product subcategory
Milk and dairy products
Product brand name
Unbranded
Model names or references
CHAVIGNOL AOP X2 Self-service
Product identification
GTIN Batch Date
3184670010600 L262-07 Minimum durability date 11/18/2024
Packaging
Cellar by 2
Start/End of marketing date
From 06/10/2024 to 23/10/2024
Storage temperature
Product to be kept in the refrigerator
Health mark
FR 18.194.050 CE
Geographic area of ​​sale
Whole France
Distributors
Carrefour, Leclerc, Monoprix

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Hong Kong – Health Authorities Investigate Shiga Toxin E. coli Case, Urge Public to Maintain Hygiene

Posted on October 16, 2024 by | Leave a comment

Bastille Post

CHP investigates case of Shiga toxin-producing E. coli infection

The Centre for Health Protection (CHP) of the Department of Health is today (October 15) investigating a case of Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli (STEC) infection, and hence reminded the public to maintain good personal, food and environmental hygiene against intestinal infections.

The case involves a 47-year-old male with good past health, who presented with abdominal pain and diarrhoea on September 23. He attended Hong Kong Sanatorium & Hospital (HKSH)on September 26, September 27 and October 3. His condition was stable and did not require hospitalisation.

His stool specimen grew STEC upon laboratory testing.

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Information – E. coli O157:H7 can be a deadly Bug

Posted on October 15, 2024 by | Leave a comment

Food Poison Journal

Escherichia coli O157:H7 (commonly referred to as E. coli O157) is a particularly dangerous strain of *E. coli* bacteria that can cause severe and life-threatening symptoms in humans. Here is why E. coli O157 can be deadly: Read more at the link above.

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France – Valençay Pyramid AOP – STEC E.coli O145

Posted on October 15, 2024 by | Leave a comment

Gov France

Product Category
Food
Product subcategory
Milk and dairy products
Product brand name
Producers and Traders
Model names or references
Valençay pyramid AOP
Product identification
GTIN Batch Date
3250390398028 V229 Expiry date 10/16/2024
Packaging
cut
Start/End of marketing date
From 08/30/2024 to 10/08/2024
Storage temperature
Product to be kept in the refrigerator
Health mark
FR 36.004.001 CE
Additional information
Product sold by the cut in the traditional department between 08/30/24 and 10/09/24 with a barcode starting with 2 663 701
Geographic area of ​​sale
Whole France
Distributors
Intermarche

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France – Valençay AOP 220g CHEESE HOUSE – STEC E.coli O145

Posted on October 15, 2024 by | Leave a comment

Gov France

Product Category
Food
Product subcategory
Milk and dairy products
Product brand name
HOUSE OF CHEESE
Model names or references
Valençay AOP 220g CHEESE HOUSE
Product identification
GTIN Batch Date
3439495901832 V229 Minimum durability date 10/16/2024
Packaging
220g
Start/End of marketing date
From 02/09/2024 to 08/10/2024
Storage temperature
Product to be kept in the refrigerator
Health mark
FR 36 004 001 CE
Geographic area of ​​sale
Whole France
Distributors
METRO FRANCE

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RASFF Alerts – STEC E.coli – French Cheese

Posted on October 11, 2024 by | Leave a comment

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Presence of E.coli STEC in Valençay cheese from France in  Aruba, Belgium, France, Germany  Italy, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Malta, Monaco, Spain, United Kingdom.

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STEC in cheese from France in Belgium and Luxembourg

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Luxembourg – Valencay AOP from the MONOPRIX GOURMET brand – STEC E.coli

Posted on October 10, 2024 by | Leave a comment

SAP

The following product is recalled in Luxembourg:

Name Valencay AOP
Brand MONOPRIX GOURMET
Unit 110 g
Barcode 3350030187422
Use-by date (UBD) 10/16/2024; 10/28/2024
Batch V 229
Sale period from 09/09 to 03/10/2024

Danger: Possible presence of E. coli STEC – Escherichia coli capable of producing toxins (shiga toxins)

E. coli STEC can cause foodborne illness that can occur within a week of consumption and result in gastrointestinal symptoms often accompanied by cramps. These symptoms may be worse in young children, immunocompromised individuals and the elderly. People who have consumed these products and are experiencing these symptoms are advised to consult a doctor and report their consumption.

Sale confirmed in Luxembourg by: Monoprix.

Information Source: Recall Notification

Recall Notice

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