USA – Missouri LongHorn Steakhouse linked to 68 Shigella Illnesses

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The St. Clair County Health Department (SCCHD) and Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) continue to investigate the outbreak of Shigellosis caused by Shigella bacteria, a disease that affects your digestive system. As of October 11, 2024, the SCCHD has identified 24 individuals with positive Shigella lab reports and an additional 44 individuals reporting illness consistent with Shigellosis after dining at the LongHorn Steakhouse located at 6115 North Illinois Street, in Fairview Heights, Illinois between the dates of September 20th and September 30th, 2024. Age range of those affected are from age 12 to 80 years of age. A total of nine (9) people have been hospitalized.

LongHorn Steakhouse officials voluntarily closed the Fairview Heights establishment on October 2, 2024 and have fully cooperated with SCCHD and IDPH on the investigation to determine the source of the infections. SCCHD has performed environmental assessments of the restaurant and provided corrective actions and guidance in consultation with IDPH on safe food handling practices, proper handwashing protocols and professional environmental cleaning services to prevent further spread of disease.

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Sweden- An outbreak of Salmonella Enteritidis with a probable connection to imported eggs is being investigated.

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Since the beginning of the year, several accumulations of disease cases with Salmonella Enteritidis have been identified where epidemiological investigations have pointed to the consumption of imported eggs. The eggs have been sold both to private individuals in shops that do not belong to the larger chains and to restaurants. Several of the disease cases have consumed soft-boiled eggs or unheated eggs in, for example, mayonnaise, béarnaise sauce, Skagen scrambled eggs and pasta carbonara. On several occasions, eggs from private individuals, from shops and from restaurants have been analysed, however, without salmonella being able to be detected.

To avoid becoming infected, raw eggs or foods with raw eggs from countries other than Sweden, Norway, Finland and Denmark should not be consumed. The risk of infection when consuming such eggs is avoided by heating the whole egg, including the yolk, or the food containing eggs (see the Swedish Food Agency’s recommendations under Read more).

Continued investigative work takes place in collaboration between regional infection control, municipalities, the Swedish Food Agency and the Public Health Agency.

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USA – Milo’s Salmonella Egg Outbreak sickens 65

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The FDA and CDC are assisting state and local partners from the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture Trade and Consumer Protection and Wisconsin Department of Health Services in an investigation of Salmonella Enteritidis infections linked to eggs supplied by Milo’s Poultry Farms, LLC of Bonduel, Wisconsin (WI).

As of September 6, 2024, a total of 65 people infected with the outbreak strain of Salmonella have been reported from nine states. Illnesses started on dates ranging from May 23, 2024 to August 10, 2024. Of the 63 people with information available, 24 have been hospitalized and no deaths have been reported.

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Luxembourg – Wilderness Pure Snack Horse Lungs from REAL NATURE – Salmonella

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SAP

The following product is recalled in Luxembourg:

Name Wilderness Pure Snack Horse Lungs
Brand REAL NATURE
Unit 150 g
Related lot
Use-by date (UBD) – Batch 10/03/2027 – 000012145

28/02/2027 – 000012118

Danger: Possible presence of Salmonella

Salmonella can cause symptoms such as loss of appetite, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, fever and lethargy after consumption in fragile animals (very young, old, weakened). In healthy animals, salmonella generally causes few or no symptoms. When the animal has eaten the product in question and presents these symptoms, its owner is advised to consult a veterinarian and report this consumption.

In the absence of symptoms, animals can be healthy carriers of salmonellosis, i.e. excrete salmonella in their stools without being sick. A risk of contamination via the excrement of the animal having consumed the product or directly via the contaminated food therefore exists for all persons in contact with the animal or the food concerned. 

The product can be distributed by different points of sale in Luxembourg.

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Luxembourg- Organic soft figs from the BIO VILLAGE brand – Ochratoxin A

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he following product is recalled in Luxembourg:

Name ORGANIC SOFT FIGS
Brand BIO VILLAGE
Unit 250 g
Barcode 3564707098915
Minimum durability date (MDD) 09/07/2025
Batch 2191

Danger  : Ochratoxin A content too high

Ochratoxin A is a mycotoxin produced by molds that can be present in various products such as cereals, coffee, rice, spices and raisins. With repeated consumption, ochratoxin A can be carcinogenic and can have toxic effects on the kidneys.

The product can be distributed by different points of sale in Luxembourg.

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France – Cooked rib rack 4 slices 180g – Listeria monocytogenes

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Gov France

Product Category
Food
Product subcategory
Meats
Product brand name
The Butcher’s Choice
Model names or references
Cooked rib rack 4 slices 180g
Product identification
GTIN Batch Date
3346650210794 000011310375 Expiry date 03/11/2024
Packaging
packaging in trays under controlled atmosphere
Start/End of marketing date
From 08/10/2024 to 11/10/2024
Storage temperature
Product to be kept in the refrigerator
Health mark
FR 35.196.001 CE
Geographic area of ​​sale
Whole France
Distributors
GMS and Wholesalers

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France – Old-fashioned caillette – Listeria monocytogenes

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Gov France

Product Category
Food
Product subcategory
Meats
Product brand name
Ardèche farmers
Model names or references
old-fashioned caillette 53534
Product identification
Batch Date
53534 Expiry date between 08/10/2024 and 20/10/2024
Start/End of marketing date
From 08/29/2024 to 09/10/2024
Storage temperature
Product to be kept in the refrigerator
Geographic area of ​​sale
Departments: ARDECHE (07), BOUCHES-DU-RHONE (13), DROME (26), GARD (30), HERAULT (34), LOIRE (42), HAUTE-LOIRE (43), VAUCLUSE (84)
Distributors
GMS

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France – Old-fashioned caillette – Listeria monocytogenes

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Gov France

Product Category
Food
Product subcategory
Meats
Product brand name
Ardèche Valley
Model names or references
lot 53534
Product identification
Batch Date
53534 Expiry date between 08/10/2024 and 20/10/2024
Packaging
vacuum packed, mold x14
Start/End of marketing date
From 08/29/2024 to 09/10/2024
Storage temperature
Product to be kept in the refrigerator
Geographic area of ​​sale
Departments: ARDECHE (07), BOUCHES-DU-RHONE (13), DROME (26), GARD (30), HERAULT (34), LOIRE (42), HAUTE-LOIRE (43), VAUCLUSE (84)
Distributors
GMS

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USA – Reser’s Fine Foods Announces Voluntary Recall of Limited Number of Meal Kits Due to Recalled Chicken from Ingredient Supplier (BrucePac) – Listeria monocytogenes

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FDA

Out of an abundance of caution, Reser’s Fine Foods is voluntarily recalling a limited number of meal kits due to the inclusion of recalled chicken from an outside ingredient supplier (BrucePac). The ingredient supplier (BrucePac) recall is due to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination.

Listeria monocytogenes is an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Although healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, Listeria infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women.

The kits were distributed in the following states: AL, AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MO, NE, NY, NC, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WY.

Reser’s Fine Foods is no longer using any ingredients from the ingredient supplier’s (BrucePac) impacted facility.

Consumers who have purchased these kits should not consume any part of the kits; rather, they may return it to the store for a full refund or discard the item.

Consumers who have questions regarding this recall may call Reser’s Fine Foods at the following number:

Consumer Inquiries:
888-223-2127
Monday-Friday
8:00am – 5:00pm Pacific Time

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USA – Enoki King Mushroom Farm Recalls Enoki Because of Possible Health Risk – Listeria monocytogenes

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FDA

Front of package, Enoki Mushroom lot 4877

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – Enoki King Mushroom Farm of Ventura, CA is recalling lot 4877 of its 5.3-ounce (150g) packages of Enoki Mushroom (Product of USA) because it has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Although healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, Listeria infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women.

The recalled Enoki comes in a clear plastic package with the description “Enoki Mushroom” in English and French with the lot code, 4877, on the front in black ink. At the back, there is UPC code 860011505600. The products were distributed from CA and NY through produce distributors or wholesalers to retail stores nationwide.

No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem.

The potential for contamination was noted after routine testing by Maryland State Department of Health revealed the presence of Listeria monocytogenes in 5.3 oz package of Enoki.

The distribution of the product has been suspended.

Consumers who have purchased any package of Enoki with the code 4877 are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with question may contact the company at 718.290.6617, Monday to Friday 8 AM to 4 PM PST.

Company Contact Information

Consumers:
 718.290.6617

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