As many as 20 train passengers, including children, were admitted to the Thrissur General Hospital on Tuesday with symptoms of food poisoning. They were travelling in Maveli Express from Mookambika to Thiruvananthapuam. All were discharged after receiving treatment.
The passengers, belonging to one family, were returning after a dance arangettam programme at Mookambika. According to the passengers, they had consumed food bought from the Mangalore railway station.
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At least 200 people got food poisoning in Gujarat’s Katargam, after they had dinner at a wedding in the area. One day after the function, 200 out of 200 guests complained of fever, and vomiting. Out of the 200, at least 9 people were admitted to a hospital nearby.
The wedding took place at Nityanand Dham, and the menu consisted of grapes, and Bengali sweets named Oreo Sake, Angoor Rabri and Kesar Kumkum. The ones who were admitted to the hospital, also said that they had a problem walking.
aher Inc. of Plymouth, MN, is recalling its 6.3 ounce packages of “Fresh Seasons Power Packs” because they contain Jif Peanut Butter and are potentially contaminated with Salmonella.
This recall comes after J. M. Smucker Co.’s recall of dozens of Jif peanut butter products because of a new outbreak of infections from Salmonella Senftenberg. That recall can be viewed here.
The recalled “Fresh Seasons Power Packs” were distributed in Minnesota and Western Wisconsin in retail stores and vending machines.
Recalled product:
As of the posting of this recall, no illnesses have been reported to date in connection with these specific products.
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Giant Eagle is recalling GetGo brand Apples with Peanut Butter Dip sold in GetGo stations across Pennsylvania, Ohio, West Virginia and Indiana because of potential salmonella contamination.
This recall comes after J. M. Smucker Co.’s recall of dozens of Jif peanut butter products because of a new outbreak of infections from Salmonella Senftenberg. The full recall can be viewed here.
GetGo learned of the issue during the retailer’s investigation into the Jif peanut butter recall from the J. M. Smucker Company. The peanut butter used for the item is affected by the Jif peanut butter recall.
Recalled Product:
As of the posting of this recall, there have not been any reports of illnesses, according to the company.
Those who purchased the affected product should throw it away or return it to GetGo for a refund.
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Albertsons Companies, in cooperation with its supplier the J. M. Smucker Co., has recalled 11 store-prepared items because of possible Salmonella contamination.
The store-prepared items were available for purchase at the following banners: Albertsons, Safeway, Lucky, Haggen, Carrs-Safeway, Eagle, Tom Thumb, United, Amigos, Market Street, Albertsons Market, Andronico’s Community Markets, Vons, Pak ‘N Save, Shaw’s, Star Market, Randalls, Vons, Jewel-Osco, ACME, King’s and Balducci’s.
This recall comes after J. M. Smucker Co,’s recall of dozens of Jif brand peanut butter products because of a new outbreak of infections from Salmonella Senftenberg. The full recall can be viewed here.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are reporting 14 patients across 12 states with two people having been hospitalized. No deaths have been reported as of today.
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Lititz, Pa.(May 23, 2022) – Cargill is voluntarily recalling select lots of Milk and Dark Chocolate Covered Peanut Butter Ritz® Crackers, Peanut Butter Meltaways, Peanut Butter Eggs and Fudge sold locally through the Wilbur Chocolate Retail Store in Lititz, Pa. and online at Wilburbuds.com. The products contain Jif® peanut butter that was recalled by the J.M. Smucker company on May 20, 2022, due to the potential for Salmonella contamination. Salmonella is an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain.
Recalled product information
This recall affects 795, 8-ounce boxes of peanut butter containing products. These products were sold at the Wilbur Chocolate store in Lititz, Pa. and online at Wilburbuds.com between Feb. 9, 2022 and March 28, 2022. The recalled items can be identified using the following information:
No other Cargill Cocoa & Chocolate or Wilbur products are involved in this recall.
No illnesses or health-related complaints in connection with this recall have been reported to Cargill to date. However, there is an ongoing outbreak associated with the consumption of Jif peanut butter.
Customers who purchased this product should not consume it and dispose of or return any unconsumed portions to the Wilbur Chocolate Retail Store. To return products and/or request a refund, contact Amy Weik at Aweik@cargill.comor call 717-627-7946 between 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. Eastern, Monday-Friday.
Cargill and Wilbur Chocolate are taking this action in the interest of consumer safety.
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Coblentz Chocolate Company of Walnut Creek, Ohio is recalling certain Peanut Butter Products because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections (i.e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis.
This recall is a direct result of the J.M. Smucker Co. Jif® Peanut Butter recall. Coblentz Chocolate Company has ceased using Jif® Peanut Butter in production at this time. No illnesses have been reported to date.
The products were distributed nationwide and reached consumers through the Coblentz Chocolate Company retail store and other retail locations.
The products included in the recall were sold between November 12, 2021, and May 21, 2022. The specific products include lot numbers 1315-2140.
Products included in the recall are Peanut Butter Spread, Milk Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup, Graham Peanut Butter Sandwich, Ritz Peanut Butter Sandwich, Oversized Milk Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup, Fudge Sampler, Peanut Butter Fudge, Buckeye Fudge, Oversized Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup, Oversized Peanut Butter Pretzel Cluster, Peanut Butter Truffle, Chocolate Peanut Butter Caramel Corn, Select Gift Boxes: 4 oz. Deluxe Assortment, 8 oz. Deluxe Assortment, 16 oz. Deluxe Assortment, 32 oz. Deluxe Assortment, 8 oz. Assorted Creams, 16 oz. Assorted Creams.
Consumers who have purchased any of the items listed above are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions can contact the company at jifrecall@CoblentzChocolates.com or 1-800-338-9341.
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Monday May 23rd, 2022:
Garden Cut, LLC, Indianapolis, Indiana, is recalling Garden Cut products containing 0.750z JifPeanut Butter Cup due to supplier notification of a possible Salmonella contamination (products are listed below).
Garden Cut has ceased producing and distributing products containing 0.750z JifPeanut Butter Cups.
Use or consumption of products contaminated with Salmonella may result in serious illness. It can also produce serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy individuals infected with Salmonella can experience fever, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections (i.e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis, and arthritis.
The product was distributed to seven states: Kentucky, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, West Virginia, and Wisconsin.
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Product Name |
Item Number / Code |
Item UPC |
Expiration Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sweet Apple Wedges with Peanut Butter 60z/4ct | 17443 | 053495119986 | May 25th, 2022— June 7th 2022 |
| Tart Apple Wedges with Peanut Butter 60z/4ct | 17441 | 053495090186 | May 25th, 2022— June 7th 2022 |
| Celery Bites with Peanut Butter 60z/4ct |
17449 | 053495080705 | May 25th 2022— June 3rd 2022 |
No other Garden Cut products are affected or are involved in this recall. This affected peanut butter is contained in a separate package labeled Jif.
Food safety remains a top priority for Garden Cut, and we have full confidence that all appropriate steps are being taken to protect our consumers. Garden Cut has informed the FDA of this recall and is working with customers to ensure the impacted product is removed from store shelves and is no longer distributed.
If consumers believe they have purchased a recalled item, they should dispose of the product and not consume it or return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. For further information regarding the Jif
Recall, Consumers can learn more at:
https ://www.fda.gov/food/outbreaks-foodborne-illness/outbreak-investigation-salmonella-peanut-buttermay-2022
Please contact Chris Bradley by email at cbradley@indyfruit.comor by phone at 317-981-3471 for any questions related to this matter.
4501 Massachusettes Avenue – Indianapolis, Indiana 46218
Phone (317) 546-2425 Toll Free (800) 377-2425 Fax (317) 543-0521
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FASFC product recall
Product: Pink Peanut Kernels from the Lac Vo Hong brand.
Problem: Too high aflatoxin content.
The FASFC is today recalling consumers of Pink Peanut Kernels of the Lac Vo Hong brand.
This recall follows a notification via the RASFF system (European Food and Feed Rapid Alert System), concerning too high aflatoxin content.
It has therefore been decided to withdraw this product from sale and to recall it from consumers.
Product description:
– Product name: Pink Peanut Kernels
– Brand: Lac Vo Hong
– Batch number: NSX20/11/2021
– Expiry date (BDD): 20/11/2023
– Weight: 500g
– Nature of the packaging: plastic packaging
The product was distributed via:
Tinie’s 1050 Brussels 34 Rue des Cygnes
Kung Fu Store 4000 Liège 8 Rue De La Madeleine
Kathmandu bvba 3000 Leuven Brusselsestraat 124
For any additional information, you can contact the FASFC contact point for consumers: 0800/13.550 or pointdecontact@afsca.be .
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Some Wilbur peanut butter products are being recalled because they were made with Jif peanut butter that is also recalled. Some varieties of Jif peanut butter have been linked to a Salmonella Senftenberg outbreak that has sickened at latest 14 people in 12 states. No illnesses are associated with these specific recalled products. The recalling firm is Cargill.
No other Cargill Cocoa & Chocolate or Wilbur products are included in this recall. If you bought any of these items, do not eat them, even if some has been consumed and no one is sick. You can throw them away in a double bagged or sealed container inside a secure trash can, or take them back to the place of purchase for a refund. Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling these products.
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