USA – Great Falls Salmonella Illnesses might be linked to Multi-State Outbreak

Food Poison Journal

At this time, ten cases have been confirmed. Nine of those confirmed cases are within four GFPS elementary schools. Additional test results are pending.

The MT State lab is performing genomic sequencing of test samples for each confirmed salmonella infection. These results would determine whether the Great Falls cases are linked to cases in other jurisdictions but will not confirm a specific food source. As of 11/15, we have not yet received those results.

Norway – Ruccula and Babyleaf Mix from Bama are being recalled due to suspected Salmonella

Mattilsynet

Bama Gruppen AS is recalling bags of Ruccula and Babyleaf Mix 65 grams with a use-by date of 22.11.2024 and 23.11.2024.

The reason for the recall is a possible health hazard due to suspected salmonella.

The recall applies

  • Green&Fresh Arugula, 65 grams
  • Green&Fresh Babyleaf Mix, 65 grams
  • Ready Preppa Ruccula, 65 grams
  • Finished Preppa Babyleaf Mix, 65 grams

The goods are sold at REMA, Norgesgruppen’s chains (KIWI, Meny, Spar, Eurospar, Joker and Nærbutikken) and Bunnpris throughout the country.

Consumers who have purchased one or more of these products are advised to throw them away. The stores have been notified, and the bags are removed from the store shelves.

Salmonella is an intestinal bacterium that is mostly transmitted through food and water, but also through contact with infected animals or humans. Salmonella can cause illness with symptoms such as diarrhoea, headache, abdominal pain, nausea and possibly fever. In rare cases, the diarrhea can be prolonged and severe.

Product name
Ready Preppa Ruccula, 65 g
Business that withdraws the item
Bama Gruppen AS
Best before date
Lot number
D12 xxx M11, D13 xxx M11
Weight/package size
65 g
Other information
Sold at REMA

Package of washed and ready-to-eat arugula
Contact information
Anne Victoria Frogner, senior communications advisor, tel. +47 934 89 289
Product name
Finished Preppa Babyleaf Mix, 65 g
Business that withdraws the item
Bama Gruppen AS
Best before date
Lot number
D12 xxx M11, D13 xxx M11
Weight/package size
65 g
Other information
Sold at REMA

Washed and ready to eat babyleaf mix
Contact information
Anne Victoria Frogner, senior communications advisor, tel. +47 934 89 289
Product name
Green & Fresh Arugula, 65 g
Business that withdraws the item
Bama Gruppen AS
Lot number
D12 xxx M11, D13 xxx M11
Weight/package size
65 g
Other information
Sold at Norgesgruppen and Bunnpris

A packet of green and fresh arugula
Contact information
Anne Victoria Frogner, senior communications advisor, tel. +47 934 89 289
Product name
Green & Fresh Babyleaf Mix, 65 g
Business that withdraws the item
Bama Gruppen AS
Best before date
Lot number
D12 xxx M11, D13 xxx M11
Weight/package size
65 g
Other information
Sold at Norgesgruppen and Bunnpris

A pack of Green and fresh babyleaf mix
Contact information
Anne Victoria Frogner, senior communications advisor, tel. +47 934 89 289

France – Sheep’s cheese – Listeria monocytogenes

Gov France

Product Category
Food
Product subcategory
Milk and dairy products
Product brand name
U Pecurinu, Flower of Sin
Model names or references
Whole cheese and sliced ​​cheese
Product identification
Batch
11153 appearing on the back label
8284 appearing on the back label
3064 appearing on the back label
8194 appearing on the back label
Start/End of marketing date
Since 08/28/2024
Storage temperature
Product to be kept in the refrigerator
Health mark
FR 2B 346 003 CE
Additional information
Whole cheese and sliced ​​cheese
Geographic area of ​​sale
Whole France
Distributors
Wholesalers, GMS, CHR, retail stores

France – CARROT RILLETTE – Listeria monocytogenes

Gov France

Product Category
Food
Product subcategory
Meats
Product brand name
Unbranded
Model names or references
Carrot Rillette
Product identification
GTIN
0209118000000
Packaging
Sales in the delicatessen section
Start/End of marketing date
From 04/11/2024 to 09/11/2024
Storage temperature
Product to be kept in the refrigerator
Geographic area of ​​sale
Audun-le-Roman 54
Distributors
E.Leclerc Center Audun-le-Roman (54)

France – Cooked chickpea hummus & sesame seed paste U SAVEURS 175g – Salmonella

Gov France

Product Category
Food
Product subcategory
Soups, sauces and condiments
Product brand name
U FLAVORS
Model names or references
Cooked chickpea hummus & sesame seed paste U SAVEURS 175g
Product identification
GTIN Batch Date
3256220875370 11/12/2024 Expiry date 11/12/2024
Packaging
175 g tray
Storage temperature
Product to be kept in the refrigerator
Geographic area of ​​sale
West and South East of France
Distributors
U STORES

Luxembourg – Smoked Salmon Fleece and Smoked Salmon Wrap from the Nonna brand – Listeria monocytogenes

SAP

Name Smoked Salmon Fleece
Brand Nun
Barcode 5425016571842
Use-by date (UBD) 10/11/2024 – 17/11/2024
Batch 72973, 573258, 573547, 573814, 574124, 574371
Name Smoked Salmon Wrap
Brand Nun
Unit 200 g
Barcode 5425016572085
Use-by date (UBD) 10/11/2024 – 17/11/2024
Batch 572970, 573256, 573545, 573811, 574121, 574369

Distribution possible in different points of sale in Luxembourg.

UKHSA defends response to fatal E. coli case

Food Safety News

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has explained its role in investigating the case of a woman who died following an E. coli infection after being criticized in a coroner’s report.

An inquest concluded that Laura Farmer died from a stroke caused by an E. coli infection.

Following a diarrheal illness about 10 days earlier, the 46-year-old was admitted to University College Hospital in April 2024. She was diagnosed with hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) caused by Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC). When thought to be in the recovery phase, she suffered an unexpected stroke and died.

Clostridium perfringens behind illness at New Zealand University

Food Safety News

Clostridium perfringens has been confirmed as the cause of more than 100 students falling ill at a university in New Zealand.

Health New Zealand and the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) investigated the outbreak among pupils at the University of Canterbury’s University Hall in Christchurch. Students fell ill a few weeks ago during the end-of-year exam period.

Laboratory testing and survey data confirmed New Zealand Food Safety’s theory that the outbreak was likely caused by unsafe preparation of shredded chicken served to students as part of a meal.

Quebec – Warning not to consume various Szafran brand soups sold by the Exo-Fruits company – Clostridium botulinum

Quebec

QUEBEC CITY , Nov. 15 , 2024  The Ministère de l’Agriculture, des Pêcheries et de l’Alimentation (MAPAQ), in collaboration with the Food Inspection Division of the City of Montreal and the company Exo-Fruits, located at 5192, chemin de la Côte-des-Neiges, in Montreal, is warning the public not to consume the products listed in the table below, as they have not been stored in a manner that ensures their safety. In fact, the retailer did not follow the manufacturer’s instructions regarding the method of storing the products, which could promote the proliferation of the bacteria  Clostridium botulinum . 

Product name

Format

Target lot

VEGAN CHICKEN SOUP

1 L

Units sold
until
November 15, 2024

VEGAN VEGETABLE SOUP

The products that are the subject of this warning were offered for sale until November 15, 2024, and only at the establishment designated above. The products were packaged in a glass jar with a metal lid and sold at room temperature.

The operator is recalling the products in question. It has agreed with the MAPAQ and the Food Inspection Division of the City of Montreal to issue this warning as a precautionary measure. In addition, people who have one of these products in their possession are advised not to consume it. They must return it to the establishment where they purchased it or throw it away.

Even if the affected products do not show signs of spoilage or have a suspicious odor, they could be a breeding ground for  Clostridium botulinum bacteria . Food contaminated with the toxin from this bacteria can cause the following symptoms when ingested: facial paralysis, unreactive or fixed pupils, difficulty swallowing, drooping eyelids, and impaired vision and speech. In severe cases, the illness can be fatal.

It should be noted that no cases of illness associated with the consumption of these foods have been reported to MAPAQ to date.

France – SARDINE FILLETS – Histamine

Gov France

Product Category
Food
Product subcategory
Fishery and aquaculture products
Product brand name
WITHOUT
Model names or references
SARDINE FILLETS
Product identification
Batch
343040270
Packaging
RETAIL
Start/End of marketing date
From 05/11/2024 to 08/11/2024
Storage temperature
Product to be kept in the refrigerator
Additional information
SARDINE FILLETS SOLD FROM NOVEMBER 5 TO 8
Geographic area of ​​sale
SARTHE
Distributors
INTERMARCHE LE MANS BEAUREGARD