France – BOX OF 30 UTP COLD STERILIZATION TABLETS – Microbiological Risks

Gov France

Product Category
Babies-Children (excluding food)
Product subcategory
Children’s and childcare articles
Product brand name
U VERY SMALL
Noms des modèles ou références
BOX OF 30 UTP COLD STERILIZATION TABLETS
Product identification
GTIN Batch
3256220268660 All lots
Conditionnements
BOX OF 30 TABLETS
Zone géographique de vente
Whole France
Distributors
COOPERATIVE U

France – Salmon gravlax with 5 berries – Listeria monocytogenes

Gov France

Product Category
Food
Product subcategory
Produits de la pêche et d’aquaculture
Nom de la marque du produit
MERICQ
Noms des modèles ou références
Gravlax de saumon aux 5 baies, 9 à 12 tranches, conditionné sous-vide
Product identification
GTIN Lot Date
2850683000006 2215191 Date limite de consommation 19/09/2024
Packaging
Vacuum plastic bag
Date début/Fin de commercialisation
From 08/29/2024 to 09/19/2024
Température de conservation
Produit à conserver au réfrigérateur
Health mark
FR 47 091 044
Zone géographique de vente
Mericq Boutique AGEN
Distributeurs
THE FISHERMAN’S MARKET AGEN

USA – Botulism case reported in New Jersey

Food Poison Journal

The Camden County Health Department has been notified that a resident has tested positive for botulism.

Botulism is a rare illness that is caused by the bacterium clostridium botulinum and related bacteria that attack the body’s nerves. The disease can be spread through food or wounds.

“Botulism is rare, but it is a serious illness and is always considered an urgent medical matter,” said Camden County Health Officer Dr. Paschal Nwako. “It is important to note that botulism is not contagious and cannot spread from person to person, but the Health Department will continue to monitor the situation and investigate this case.”

Morocco – Mass Food Poisoning in Casablanca: 63 Gravely Affected from Fast-Food Sandwich

Morocco World News

The victims had eaten a sandwich called “khobza aajiba” or “wonder  bread,” which is a specialty of the fast-food restaurant.

Rabat – Around 35 people were initially victims of massive food poisoning on Wednesday evening in Casablanca after consuming a sandwich at a fast-food restaurant in the Sabata neighborhood.

However, the regional hospital of Ben M’sik told SNRTNews today that the victim count reached 63 by yesterday evening.

An alert was raised at the emergency room of Sidi Othmane Hospital in Ben M’Sik after 30 individuals exhibiting symptoms of food poisoning were admitted early Thursday morning, according to reports.

The victims had eaten a sandwich called “khobza aajiba” or “wonder bread,” which is a specialty of the fast-food restaurant.

This sandwich mainly consists of eggs, potatoes, rice, and other ingredients, which are often not fresh and can result in unsanitary and unhygienic conditions.

Belgium – “Smoked Halibut” sold in the fish section of some Carrefour stores – Listeria monocytogenes

AFSCA

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Brussels, 06-09-2024 – Following an inspection and as a precautionary measure to ensure consumer safety, CARREFOUR, in consultation with the AFSCA, is withdrawing from sale the product “Flétan Fumé” sold in the fish section of certain Carrefour stores in Belgium and recalling it from consumers due to the possible presence of Listeria monocytogenes.

Product Description:

Name: Smoked Halibut

Brand: Carrefour 

EAN code – 1st digits: 2772876

Product sold in the fish department from 08/27/2024

The affected products were only sold in certain Carrefour stores:

Water Passage Street 2 4400 Flemalle
Charleroi Road 579 1410 Waterloo
Tahon Street 16 6041 Gosselies
Strandlaan 19 8670 Koksijde
Breakdown 967 2900 Shots
Albertlaan 80 9400 Nineve
Vlinderlaan 1 C 3360 Korbeek-Lo
Lower Country Street 1 4040 Herstal
Prince Boudewijnlaan 306 2650 Edegem Molenveld
De Robianostraat 155 2150 Borsbeek
Avenue Prince De Liège 57-59 5100 Legs
Parklaan 80-82 2300 Turnhout
Station Street 1 6110 Bomerée

All products have been withdrawn from sale. However, some of these products were marketed on the Belgian market before the withdrawal measure. It is therefore recommended that people who hold the product described above do not consume it and destroy it or return it to the point of sale where they will be reimbursed.

People who have consumed the above-mentioned product and who have a fever, whether isolated or accompanied by headaches, are invited to consult their doctor and report this consumption. These symptoms may be aggravated in young children, immunocompromised individuals and the elderly. These symptoms may suggest listeriosis, a disease with an incubation period of up to eight weeks.

For any further information, you can contact Carrefour Belgium customer service by dialing the free number 0800.9.10.11, from 8:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday .

We apologize to our customers for the inconvenience .

Luxembourg – Whole raw defrosted prawns from the Auchan brand – Vibrio vulnificus

SAP

The following product is recalled in Luxembourg:

Name Whole raw thawed prawns
Brand Auchan
Barcode 3254562419603
Lots and DLC / DDM* 74246 – 07/09/24;

74205 – 07/09/24*;

74452 – 10/09/24*;

74526 – 11/09/24*;

Danger  : Presence of Vibrio vulnificus

Foodborne illness caused by Vibrio vulnificus can occasionally result in mild gastrointestinal disorders in healthy individuals, but can also result in severe non-intestinal disorders (generalized infection/septicaemia) in susceptible individuals or those with pre-existing chronic conditions. In addition, skin infections may occur from pre-existing wounds when handling the products.

Sale confirmed in Luxembourg by: Auchan

Auchan* poster (Pdf, 158 KB)

Information Source: Recall Notification

USA -Shigella Outbreak hits Elk’s Lodge in Humboldt

Food Poison Journal

Humboldt County Department of Health & Human Services Public and Environmental Health officials are advising community residents who attended a dinner at the Elks Lodge in Eureka on Wednesday, Aug. 28, that they may have been exposed to Shigella. Attendees experiencing gastrointestinal (GI) issues should contact their primary care provider, as well as take steps not to spread the highly contagious infection.

Instances of Shigella infection are on the rise in the county after at least six individuals have tested positive for the illness since August.

The first cluster of three cases was identified in late-August. The individuals all appear to have been infected sometime in mid-August and a connection between the individuals could not be confirmed. Based on this information, Public Health sent out a Provider Alert to monitor for potential cases in case there was ongoing spread in the community.

Humboldt County Health Officer Dr. Candy Stockton said within the last 24 hours, staff was notified about three new confirmed cases and five suspected cases associated with the Aug. 28 event.

USA – FDA – Outbreak Investigation of Salmonella: Eggs (Sept 2024)

fda

Do not eat, sell, or serve recalled chicken eggs from Milo’s Poultry Farms and Tony’s Fresh Market. FDA’s investigation is ongoing.

Product

All types (conventional cage-free, organic, and non-GMO chicken eggs) and sizes (M, L, XL, Jumbo) of recalled chicken eggs supplied by Milo’s Poultry Farms, LLC in Bonduel, WI.

This recall covers all expiration dates for the following eggs:

  • All carton sizes and all egg types labeled with “Milo’s Poultry Farms”.
  • All carton sizes of “Tony’s Fresh Market” branded eggs.

Symptoms of Salmonella Infection:

Illness usually occurs within 12 to 72 hours after eating food that is contaminated with Salmonella, and the symptoms usually lasts four to seven days. Symptoms include diarrhea, fever, and abdominal cramps. Children younger than five, the elderly, and people with weakened immune systems are more likely to have severe infections.

Stores Affected

Recalled eggs were distributed to food service locations and retailers located in Wisconsin, Illinois, and Michigan. The firm has directly notified foodservice customers who received recalled product.

FDA will update this advisory as more information becomes available.

Status

Ongoing

Recommendation

  • Consumers, restaurants, and retailers should not eat, sell, or serve recalled chicken eggs produced by Milo’s Poultry Farms, LLC and distributed to restaurants and retailers in IL, WI, and MI.
  • Consumers, restaurants, and retailers who purchased or received recalled chicken eggs, including wholesale eggs, should carefully clean and sanitize any surfaces or containers that they touched.
  • Check your refrigerators for any recalled chicken eggs and throw them away. If you stored the eggs without the original packaging and can’t tell if it is part of the recall, throw them away.
  • Wash hands, utensils, and surfaces with hot, soapy water before and after handling raw eggs and raw egg-containing foods. Follow FDA’s safe handling and cleaning advice and use extra care in cleaning and sanitizing any surfaces and containers that may have come in contact with this product to reduce the risk of cross-contamination.
  • Contact your healthcare provider if you think you may have developed symptoms of a Salmonella infection, after eating eggs.

Denmark – Listeria in fish patties – Listeria monocytogenes

Foedevarestyrelsen

Image of Salling fish meatballs

Scanfish Danmark A/S is recalling Salling Frikadeller af Torsk & Salmon, as the bacterium Listeria monocytogenes has been detected in the product.

If you have the product, you should discard it or return it to the store where it was purchased.

Which food is recalled

Salling Meatballs of Cod & Salmon

Net weight: 340g

Last date of use: 27.09.24

EAN: 5703370 622166

Where is the product sold

The product is sold in: Føtex and Bilka stores throughout the country and online at BilkaToGo

Why is the product being recalled?

The bacterium Listeria monocytogenes has been detected in the fish patties. Infection with Listeria bacteria can cause flu-like symptoms, fever and headache and, in rare cases, gastrointestinal problems.

Read more about Listeria in food here

What should you do as a consumer?

The Danish Veterinary and Food Administration advises consumers to return the product to the store where it was purchased or to discard it. 

If you experience symptoms in connection with consuming the product, you should contact your own doctor.

Who recalls the product

Scanfish Danmark A/S

Industrihøjen 5

7730 Hørsholm

France – SARDINE FILLET – Histamine

Gov France

Product Category
Food
Product subcategory
Fishery and aquaculture products
Product brand name
SARDINE FILLET 40/60P FP ANE-FR 2KG
Model names or references
SARDINE FILLET 40/60P FP ANE-FR 2KG
Product identification
GTIN Batch Date
3581510003998 56290802284 Expiry date 05/09/2024
Packaging
Vacuum packaging 200 to 300 frames
Start/End of marketing date
From 08/31/2024 to 09/05/2024
Storage temperature
Product to be kept in the refrigerator
Geographic area of ​​sale
Regions: Pays-de-la-Loire
Distributors
U TEACHES