| Summary | |
|---|---|
| Category 2: | For Information |
| Alert Notification: | 2023.05 |
| Product: | The Apple Farm Still Irish Apple Juice; pack size: 250ml |
| Batch Code: | M152; best before date: 31/03/2024 |
| Country Of Origin: | Ireland |
The above batch of The Apple Farm Still Irish Apple Juice is being recalled due to possible fermentation that may cause bottle breakage.
Recall notices will be displayed at point-of-sale.
| Date Posted |
Ref | Pathogen or Cause of Illness |
Product(s) Linked to Illnesses (if any) |
Total Case Count |
Status |
| 3/8/2023 | 1144 | Salmonella Hartford | Not Yet Identified |
47 | Active |
| 3/1/2023 | 1143 | Hepatitis A Virus | Not Yet Identified |
5 | Active |
| 2/15/2023 | 1123 | Listeria monocytogenes |
Not Yet Identified |
See CDC Investigation Notice |
Active |
| 11/9/2022 | 1127 | Listeria monocytogenes |
Enoki Mushrooms |
See Outbreak Advisory |
Active |
Solar water disinfection (SODIS) may be just as effective at decontamination E. coli-infected water at high altitudes as it is at low altitutdes, according to a press release by Elsevier.
The results of a new study appearing in the Wilderness Medical Society’s official journal Wilderness & Environmental Medicine, published by Elsevier, shows promise this method of disinfection..
Water can be successfully disinfected through several methods: heat, filtration, chemical treatment, and ultraviolet (UV) light. The use of natural sunlight for solar disinfection of contaminated water effectively inactivates many microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, protozoa, and fungi.
A team of researchers at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus conducted an experimental study to determine the effect of SODIS on water purification at high altitude (above 2,500 meters) compared to low altitude (below 2,500 meters) among different types of water containers.
“No other published research examining the effectiveness of SODIS at high altitude is available to our knowledge,” said William Mundo, lead investigator of the study. “Adequate access to water, sanitation, and hygiene is a crucial component of human health during emergency situations such as natural disasters and extreme weather events, which are becoming prevalent with climate change.”
A study design previously described in the literature was modified, most notably to evaluate the concentration of E. coli colony-forming units (CFUs) at multiple time points throughout the required six hours of direct sunlight, as recommended by the World Health Organization.
Compared to control containers with no sunlight exposure, the researchers found that all bacteria were inactivated by six hours. At two hours, bacterial inactivation at high altitude was 1.7-fold greater than at lower altitude, however, at the end of six hours, there were no significant differences between high and low altitude samples.
Posted in Decontamination Microbial, E.coli, Food Micro Blog, Food Microbiology, Food Microbiology Blog, Food Microbiology Research, Food Microbiology Testing, microbial contamination, Microbial growth, Microbiological Risk Assessment, Microbiology, Microbiology Investigations, Microbiology Risk, Water, water microbiology, Water Safety
SINGAPORE: Two food establishments owned by Spize have had their food hygiene grades downgraded from A to C, said the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) on Saturday (Mar 11).
Fifteen people reportedly developed gastroenteritis symptoms following the consumption of food prepared at Spize @ Simpang Bedok from Jul 5 to Jul 6, 2022.
Posted in food bourne outbreak, Food Illness, Food Micro Blog, Food Microbiology, Food Microbiology Blog, Food Microbiology Research, Food Microbiology Testing, Foodborne Illness, foodborne outbreak, foodbourne outbreak, Illness, microbial contamination, Microbial growth, Microbiological Risk Assessment, Microbiology, Microbiology Investigations, Microbiology Risk, outbreak
An atmospheric river has led to massive flooding in California, and residents now brace for more dangerous storms with the arrival of a second atmospheric river. Residents impacted by the flooding need to keep food safety in mind.
The narrow and fast-moving corridor of water vapor in the atmosphere is expected to bring intense precipitation. Central and southern California are likely to be hit with vast amounts of rainfall, which could result in flash floods.
See the link above for food safety tips.
Posted in Uncategorized
15 March 2023: Cornucopia Natural Foods is recalling all batches and all dates of its Cornucopia Organic Foods brand Organic Unhulled Tahini due to the possible presence of Salmonella.
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Product identification |
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| Product type | Tahini |
| Name of product (size) | Cornucopia Organic Foods brand Organic Unhulled Tahini (various weights) |
| Batch and date marking | All batches, all dates. |
| Package size and description | The product is packaged in glass jars of various weights. |
| Distribution | The product is imported from Turkey, but has been incorrectly labelled as product of Mexico.
The product is sold at Cornucopia Organics, 221 Heretanga Street East, Hastings. The products have not been re-exported. |
| Notes | This recall does not affect any other Cornucopia Organic Foods brand products. |
Affected products should not be consumed. There have been no reports of associated illness, however if you have consumed any of these products and have any concerns about your health, seek medical advice.
Customers should return the products to their retailer for a full refund.
Posted in food contamination, food handler, Food Hazard, Food Hygiene, Food Inspections, Food Micro Blog, Food Microbiology, Food Microbiology Blog, Food Microbiology Testing, Food Pathogen, Food Quality, food recall, Food Safety, Food Safety Alert, Food Safety Management, Food Safety Regulations, Food Testing, MPI, Salmonella, Salmonella Sesame Seeds, Salmonella Tahini
In relation to the alert about the presence of Listeria monocytogenes in Cecina smoked in slices with olive oil, the manufacturer has communicated that, within the same manufacturing batch affected, the product has also been marketed under the Pajariel brand.
The updated data of the products involved are:
The Spanish Agency for Food Safety and Nutrition (AESAN) has transferred this information to the competent authorities of the autonomous communities through the Coordinated System for Rapid Information Exchange (SCIRI), in order to verify the withdrawal of the affected products. of marketing channels.
People who have products affected by this alert at home are recommended to refrain from consuming them.
In the case of having consumed any of the products from the affected lots and presenting symptoms compatible with listeriosis (vomiting, diarrhea or fever), it is recommended to go to a health center.
Posted in food contamination, food handler, Food Hazard, Food Hygiene, Food Inspections, Food Micro Blog, Food Microbiology, Food Microbiology Blog, Food Microbiology Testing, Food Pathogen, Food Quality, food recall, Food Safety, Food Safety Alert, Food Safety Management, Food Safety Regulations, Food Testing, Listeria
| GTIN | Batch | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 3254567940881 | 0415-049 | Use-by date 02/24/2023 |
Posted in food contamination, food handler, Food Hazard, Food Hygiene, Food Inspections, Food Micro Blog, Food Microbiology, Food Microbiology Blog, Food Microbiology Testing, Food Poisoning, Food Quality, food recall, Food Safety, Food Safety Alert, Food Safety Management, Food Safety Regulations, Food Temperature Abuse, Food Testing, Food Toxin, Histamine
| GTIN | Batch | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 3521871020326 | 041-16 | Use-by date 03/17/2023 |
Posted in food contamination, food handler, Food Hazard, Food Hygiene, Food Inspections, Food Micro Blog, Food Microbiology, Food Microbiology Blog, Food Microbiology Testing, Food Pathogen, Food Quality, food recall, Food Safety, Food Safety Alert, Food Safety Management, Food Safety Regulations, Food Testing, Listeria, Listeria monocytogenes
Clio Snacks of Piscataway, N.J. is voluntarily recalling 581 cases of its Strawberry Granola & Greek Yogurt Parfait Bar due to potential contamination 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.
Product was distributed to select Walmart stores between 3/5/2023 and 3/8/2023.
The impacted product comes in a single-serving box with UPC Code 854021008152, Lot Number 048C2023 and an expiration date of 4/30/2023 stamped on the side of the box.
Strawberry Granola & Greek Yogurt Parfait Bar is the only product impacted. No other products are being recalled. No illnesses have been reported to date.
This potential limited exposure was found at a third-party manufacturer’s facility where Parfait Bars are produced. The third-party manufacturer does not manufacture any other Clio products. Clio does not manufacture Parfait bars at its own facility.
The recall was the result of a routine testing program by the company which revealed that affected Strawberry Parfait product produced by Clio’s contract manufacturer may contain Listeria monocytogenes. The third-party manufacturer has ceased production and Clio has ceased distribution of the affected product while the FDA and the company continue their investigation into what caused the problem.
Consumers who have purchased Clio Strawberry Granola & Yogurt Parfait bar with an expiration date of 4/30/2023 should not consume the product and are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund or to destroy the recalled product.
Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1-908-505-2546 (Monday – Friday, 9-5pm EST).
Posted in FDA, food contamination, food handler, Food Hazard, Food Hygiene, Food Inspections, Food Micro Blog, Food Microbiology, Food Microbiology Blog, Food Microbiology Testing, Food Pathogen, Food Quality, food recall, Food Safety, Food Safety Alert, Food Safety Management, Food Safety Regulations, Food Testing, Listeria, Listeria monocytogenes
