A Salmonella outbreak is linked to Metabolic Meals home delivery service, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). There are 16 people sick in 10 states. The case count by state is: Arkansas (1), California (3), Connecticut (1), Georgia (2), Illinois (1), Minnesota (2), Missouri (3), Texas (1), Washington (1), and Wisconsin (1). The patient age range is from 0 to 96 years. Illness onset dates range from July 24, 2025 to August 15, 2025. Of the 15 people who gave information to public health investigators, seven people have been hospitalized, for a hospitalization rate of 47%, which is more than double the average 20% hospitalization rate for a Salmonella outbreak. Patients were interviewed about what they ate the week before they got sick. Of the 12 … [Read more...]
Baklava and Ice Cream Recalled in Canada For Salmonella
Baklava and Ice Cream products are being recalled in Canada for possible Salmonella contamination. This recall was triggered by findings by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) during its investigation into a Salmonella outbreak in that country. The recalling firm is Shamyat Cuisine Inc. Thee products were sold at the retail level in the province of Ontario. They were sold from Shamyat Cuisine, which is located at 4141 Dixie Road in Mississauga, Ontario. The products were sold from June 1 to June 30, 2025 and were clerk served. None of the products has a UPC number. The recalled items include Shamyat Pistachio Arabic Ice Cream, Pistachio Mabrume, Pistachio Finger Baklawa, Pistachio Flower Baklawa, Pistachio Square Baklawa, Pistachio Faisaliyea, Pistachio Basma, and Shamyat … [Read more...]
Link Between Lots of RAWR Raw Cat Food and Bird Flu H5N1
The FDA is stating that there is a link between some lots of RAWR Raw Cat Food and bird flu H5N1. Testing performed by the USDA National Veterinary Services Laboratories found that some lots of RAWR Raw Cat Food Eats sliders tested positive for the pathogen. A cat ate product from Lot CCS 25 093, got sick with H5N1, and was euthanized. Initial polymerase chain reaction testing of the open product sample detected H5N1. Then, confirmatory testing and whole genome sequencing of a diagnostic sample from the cat and the open product sample from that lot were performed by the USDA National Veterinary Services Laboratories. In addition, the FDA collected and tested two retail samples of the same product with a different lot number, CCS 25 077, and sell by date. Both samples were … [Read more...]
Endico Frozen Mixed Vegetables Recalled For Possible Listeria
Endico frozen mixed vegetables and frozen peas and carrots are being recalled for possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination. No illnesses have been reported to the company to date in connection with the consumption of these products. The recalling firm is Endico Potatoes of Mount Vernon, New York. These products were sold to retailers in these states: New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Maryland, and Florida, and in Washington D.C. between July 18, 2025 and August 4, 2025. You can see more pictures of the recalled products at the FDA web site. The recalled products include Endico frozen peas and carrots that are packed in 2.5 pound clear plastic bags. The lot number is 110625, the production date was 6/11/25, and the use by date is 6/10/27. Also recalled is … [Read more...]
More Shrimp Recalled For Potential Cesium-137 Contamination
More shrimp is being recalled for potential Cesium-137 contamination. This man made radioisotope of cesium is radioactive. This recall notice was posted on the FDA's Enforcement Reports page, and not the regular recall page, so there is no mention about whether or not any illnesses have been reported to date in connection with the consumption of these products. The recalling firm is Tampa Maid Foods of Lakeland, Florida. These products were distributed to these states: Ohio, Michigan, Wisconsin, Pennsylvania, Texas, Minnesota, South Carolina, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Michigan, Illinois, Kentucky, Florida, and Virginia, No pictures of the recalled products were provided in the recall notice. The shrimp is a product of Indonesia. The recalled products include Panko Style Breaded … [Read more...]
Nicotine Pouch Makers Asked to Use Child Resistant Packaging
Nicotine pouch makers are being asked by the FDA to use child resistant packaging. The number of nicotine exposure cases reported to U.S. Poison Control Centers have steadily increased from April 1, 2022 to March 31, 2025, according to public health officials. These pouches contain concentrated nicotine that can be harmful or even fatal to young children, even when consumed in small amounts. Doses as low as 1 to 4 milligrams have caused toxic effects in young children. Symptoms of nicotine poisoning can include vomiting, confusion, and loss of consciousness. FDA Commissioner Marty Makary, M.D., M.P.H. said in a statement, "I am concerned about rising reports of nicotine exposures in young children caused by nicotine pouches. The fruity flavors and bright, colorful designs of … [Read more...]
Oysters Contaminated with Vibrio Vulnificus Kill Two in Louisiana
Oysters contaminated with the bacteria Vibrio vulnificus have killed two people in Louisiana, according to news reports. A news release from the Louisiana Department of Health stated that the number of illnesses caused by that pathogen have more than doubled this year. In a typical year, there are seven cases of illness caused by this dangerous bacteria in that state, and on average one person dies. So far this year, there have been 22 cases of Vibrio in Louisiana and four people have died, public health officials said. Most cases of Vibrio vulnificus are caused by the bacteria getting into wounds and causing an infection. But some types of seafood, particularly filter feeding oysters, can collect the bacteria in their flesh. Then when an oyster is eaten raw or undercooked, the … [Read more...]
Party Favors Torches and Laser Pointers Recalled For Batteries
Party Favors Torches and Mini Laser Pointers are being recalled for button batteries that can be accessed by children, so they pose an ingestion hazard. The recalled lite-up torches contain button cell batteries in violation of the mandatory standard for toys, and the recalled mini laser pointers contain button cell batteries in violation of the mandatory standard for consumer products. In addition, the laser pointers do not have the warnings required under Reese's Law. The recalling firm is MTC Trading Company of San Francisco, California. When button cell or coin batteries are swallowed, they can cause serious injuries such as chemical burns, and can be fatal. No incidents or injuries have been reported to date in connection with this problem. The recalled products are Party … [Read more...]
And More Products Made With Pistachios Are Recalled in Canada
And more products made with pistachios are being recalled in Canada for possible Salmonella contamination. This recall was triggered by Canadian Food Inspection Agency findings that occurred during its investigation into a foodborne illness outbreak linked to pistachios in that country. These recalled products were sold nationally and were also sold online. They include Allo Simonne Sour cherries & pistachios covered in chocolate, rose petals packaged in 130 gram containers. The UPC number for this item is 6 28347 31059 2 and the code is Lot 414-112-25. The best by date is 05/2026. Also recalled is Allo Simonne Sour cherries & pistachios covered in chocolate, rose petals, also packaged in 130 gram containers, with UPC number 6 28347 31059 2o and code Lot 414-148-25. The … [Read more...]
Vanilla G. Nutt Ice Cream Recalled For Undeclared Almonds
Vanilla G. Nutt Ice Cream is being recalled because it may contain almonds, or tree nuts, that are not declared on the product label as required. Anyone who is allergic to almonds could have a serious reaction if they eat this product. No adverse reactions have been reported to the company to date in connection with the consumption of this product. The recalling firm is Ice Cream Factory of Mount Vernon, New York. The ice cream was sold in New York state, at Golden Krust retail stores in Mount Vernon and White Plains, and at Farm Country Supermarket in Queens New York through direct delivery. The recalled product is Vanilla G. Nutt Ice Cream that is packaged in plastic pints and half gallon containers and in white paper coated quart containers. The UPC number for the pint size is … [Read more...]
