Golden Medal Enoki Mushrooms are being recalled in Canada for possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination, according to a Canadian Food Inspection Agency recall notice. These mushrooms were sold in British Columbia at the retail level and may have been sold in other provinces and territories. No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with the consumption of this item. The recalling firm is Longsheng (Canada) Agricultural Products Ltd. The recalled product is Golden Medal Enoki Mushrooms (Chinese characters only) that are packaged in 200 gram containers. The UPC number that is printed on the label is 6 953150 100684, and the code on the product is 300511. This recall was triggered by CFIA test results. A food safety investigation has begun, which may lead to the … [Read more...]
Deadly Fresh Express Listeria Monocytogenes Outbreak Ends With 10 Sick
The deadly Fresh Express Listeria monocytogenes outbreak has ended with 10 people sick in eight states. One person, who lived in Pennsylvania, died. Fresh Express recalled its packaged salads that were produced in its Streamwood, Illinois facility on December 20, 2021. The case count has remained unchanged since the last update on December 22, 2021. The patient case count by state is: Illinois (1), Massachusetts (1), Michigan (1), New Jersey (2), New York (1), Ohio (1), Pennsylvania (2), and Virginia (1). Illness onset dates range from July 26, 2016 through October 19, 2021. The patient age range is from 44 to 95 years. All 10 people were hospitalized. Whole genome sequencing performed on isolates from sick people showed that they are closely related genetically, which means that … [Read more...]
DeLauro Wants an Investigation into FDA Handling of Infant Formula Recall
Rep. DeLauro wants an investigation into the FDA handling of infant formula monitoring and recalls, more specifically the Abbott Nutrition powdered infant formula recall associated with at least four Cronobacter illnesses. Rosa Delauro (D-CT) is the chair of the House Appropriations Committee. A letter was sent to the Inspector General of the Department of Health and Human Services, asking for her assistance in this investigation. DeLauro states, "Based on reports, I am concerned the agency acted too slowly in pulling potentially dangerous infant formula off store shelves, which may have resulted in additional illnesses and death. The delay between the September inspection and the recall raises serious questions about the FDA’s ability to adequately regulate the infant formula … [Read more...]
Expanded Similac Recall For Cronobacter Complaints Posted
The expanded Similac recall for Cronobacter complaints has been posted on the FDA recall page. At least four infants have been diagnosed with Cronobacter infections after consuming Similac, EleCare, or Alimentum powdered infant formula with specific lot numbers and expiration dates that were produced at Abbott Nutrition's Sturgis, Michigan plant. Two of those infants who lived in Ohio died, although the FDA is investigating to see if Cronobacter contributed to those deaths. The expanded Similac recall for Cronobacter complaints is for Similac PM 60/40 with lot number 27032K80 for the can and 27032K800 for the case. This recall is in addition to the lots of Similac, Alimentum, and EleCare powdered formula that were voluntarily recalled on February 17, 2022. This new recall was … [Read more...]
Starbucks Doubleshot Espresso Cans Recalled For Defective Product Seal
Starbucks Doubleshot Espresso cans are being recalled because a defective seal could lead to premature spoilage. About 86,000 cases of this product are being recalled. The recall was listed on the Pepsico website and on the FDA's access data web site. This recall was voluntary and initiated by the firm. The recalled products include Starbucks Doubleshot Espresso, Espresso & Cream, that is packaged in 6.5 fluid ounce cans. The UPC number that is printed on the label is 012000001772. The product has an expiration date of March 28, 2022. Also recalled is Starbucks Doubleshot Espresso, Espresso & Light Cream, packaged in 6.5 ounce cans. The UPC number for that product is 012000008801 and the expiration date is also March 28, 2022. Finally, Starbucks Doubleshot Espresso & … [Read more...]
Similac PM 60/40 Infant Formula Recalled For Possible Cronobacter
One lot of Similac PM 60/40 Infant Formula (Lot number 27032K80 for the individual cans and Lot number 27032K800 for the case) has been voluntarily recalled by Abbott Nutrition after the company was informed of the death of an infant who allegedly consumed this product. The formula was manufactured in the company's Sturgis, Michigan plant. That baby tested positive for Cronobacter sakazakii. The case is under investigation since the cause of the infant's Cronobacter infection has not been determined. This product was not included in the original formula recall. No distributed product has tested positive for the presence of Cronobacter sakazakii, according to Abbott. And Abbott claims that recently tested product samples of Similar PM 60/40 infant formula with those lot numbers … [Read more...]
Another Infant Death Added to Similac Cronobacter Illnesses Case Count
Another infant death has been added to the Similac Cronobacter linked outbreak case count, bringing the total number of babies sickened from Cronobacter to four, with two deaths. An additional infant was reported to the FDA as being sickened with a Salmonella Newport infection, marking five total cases identified so far in this investigation. FDA reporting indicates that with this latest baby, an infant in Ohio, "Cronobacter infection may have been a contributing cause of death for this patient." The case count is now Minnesota (1), Ohio (2) and Texas (2). The original case count was one sick in Minnesota, one sick in Ohio (that infant died), and two sick in Texas. The baby identified in this new case reportedly consumed Abbott Nutrition's Similac PM 60/40 product with the lot … [Read more...]
Lovevery Drinking Cups with Handle Recalled For Choking Hazard
Lovevery Drinking Cups are being recalled because the handle can detach from the steel cup. This poses a choking hazard for young children. The company has received 70 reports of the handle of the drinking cup becoming partly or completely detached, including two incidents where a child had the cup handle in their mouth. No choking injuries have been reported to date in connection with this issue. The recalling firm is Lovevery Inc. of Boise, Idaho. The recall is for a stainless steel drinking cup that is included in Lovevery's Inspector Play Kits that are intended for children age seven to eight months. The recalled cups have a handle and measure 2.25 inches tall. Only cups with a handle are included in this recall. The cups were sold online at the company's web site from July … [Read more...]
More Golden Medal Enoki Mushrooms Recalled and Distribution Suspended
More Golden Medal Enoki Mushrooms in 7.05 ounce and 5.25 ounce packages are being recalled for possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination. Distribution has been suspended. This is an expansion of an earlier recall issued on February 4, 2022. The original recall was just for the larger packages of the mushrooms. No illnesses have been reported to the company to date in connection with the consumption of this product. The recalling firm is Golden Medal Mushrooms Inc. of Los Angeles, California. The mushrooms were imported from China. The mushrooms were distributed to distributors in Chicago, Los Angeles, and Dallas, and then were further distributed to retail stores by January 4, 2022. The recalled product is Golden Medal Enoki Mushrooms that are packaged in 7.05 ounce (200 … [Read more...]
Recall Roundup For the Week of February 21, 2022
The recall roundup for the week of February 21, 2022 includes more information on the recall of powdered infant formula for possible Cronobacter and Salmonella contamination, another recall of salted plums for possible lead, and a Salmonella recall for frozen custard apple pulp that is associated with five illnesses. Recall Roundup On February 21, 2022, DC Health posted an update about the Similac, EleCare, and Alimentum powdered infant formula recall for possible Salmonella and Cronobacter contamination. Five infants are sick after being fed these formulas; three with Cronobacter and two with Salmonella. DC Health named the varieties of formula that were recalled: Similac Advance, Similac Sensitive, Similac Total Comfort, Similac for Spit Up, Alimentum, EleCare Infant, and EleCare … [Read more...]
