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Salmonella can cause serious and sometimes
fatal infections particularly in young children, frail or elderly
people, and those with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons often
experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting, and
abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, the organism can get into the
bloodstream and produce more severe illnesses. Consumers in New Mexico
and Texas who have recently eaten raw tomatoes or foods containing raw
tomatoes and are experiencing any of these symptoms should contact their
health care provider. All Salmonella infections should be
reported to state or local health authorities.
From April 23 though June 1, 2008, there have been 57
reported cases of salmonellosis caused by Salmonella Saintpaul
in New Mexico and Texas, including 17 hospitalizations. Approximately
30 reports of illness in Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana,
Kansas, and Utah are currently being investigated to determine whether
they are also linked to tomatoes.
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Fresca Italia, Inc., Recalls Burrata Because of Health Risk
May 30, 2008 -- Fresca Italia of Brisbane, CA is
recalling Burrata because it has the potential to be contaminated with
Listeria monocytogenes, an organism which can cause serious 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 fever, headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal, or
diarrhea, listeria infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths
among pregnant women.
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Abbott Announces Voluntary Worldwide Recall of Two Lots of Calcilo XD
Low-Calcium/Vitamin D-Free Infant Formula with Iron Powder in 14.1-Ounce
(400g) Cans
May 30, 2008 -- Abbott today announced a voluntary worldwide recall of
two lots of Calcilo XD® Low-Calcium/Vitamin D-Free Infant Formula with
Iron powder in 14.1-ounce cans (400g). Only 14.1-ounce (400g) cans are
involved in this action. Calcilo XD® is a low-calcium and vitamin D-free
infant formula that is specifically designed for the nutrition support
of infants and children with hypercalcemia (high calcium in blood).
Abbott is voluntarily recalling two lots of product because small
amounts of air may have entered the can, resulting in product oxidation.
A common sign of oxidation is an off aroma.
Consumption of highly oxidized foods can cause gastrointestinal (GI)
symptoms such as nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. If parents have
questions or concerns they should contact a health care professional.
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Supreme Cuts Announces Voluntary Recall of Off The Cob Fresh
Kernel Corn
May 27, 2008 – As a precautionary measure, Supreme Cuts LLC has
announced that it is voluntarily recalling 87 cases of Off the Cob
Fresh Kernel Corn in 12 oz bags. The product may be contaminated with
Listeria monocytogenes, an organism which can cause
serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail and
elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Although
healthy individuals may experience only short-term symptoms such as high
fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain, and diarrhea,
listeria infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths in pregnant
women.
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FDA Shuts Down Seafood Processing Company, Requires Products Be
Recalled
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today directed
Hope Food Supply Inc., a Pasadena, Texas, food processing company, to
shut down and immediately recall all products manufactured from its
Texas facility since 2007.
The company, under a different name, had manufactured
dried smoked catfish steaks and other smoked seafood products and had
been subject to a consent decree of permanent injunction requiring it to
develop and implement an adequate Hazard Analysis and Critical Control
Point (HACCP) plan for its fish and fishery products. The firm had not
developed this plan. The company cannot restart manufacturing until they
have implemented an FDA-approved HACCP plan.
"We simply will not allow a company to put the
public's health at risk by not implementing adequate procedures and
plans to produce safe food," said Margaret O'K. Glavin, associate
commissioner for regulatory affairs. "The FDA will take action against
companies and against their executives who violate the law and endanger
public health."
The company's products have been distributed nationwide. The FDA is
advising consumers who bought smoked seafood products to check with the
place of purchase to determine if the products came from Hope Foods. If
so, consumers should throw the products out by placing them in a trash
receptacle.
Consumers who have been eating Hope Seafood Supply's
dried smoked catfish or other smoked seafood products and have
experienced adverse reactions should consult their health care
professional. Consumers and health care professionals can also report
adverse events to the FDA consumer complaint coordinator in their
geographic area.
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Sweetwater Valley Farm, Inc. Recalls Tennessee Aged Black Pepper
Cheese
May 15, 2008 -- Sweetwater Valley Farm, Inc. of
Philadelphia, TN is recalling Tennessee Aged Black Pepper Cheese 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.
This product was distributed between December 27, 2007 and May 12,
2008.
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Selection Ice Cream Recalled From Kroger Stores In
Twelve Southern States
April 7, 2008 – Inter-American Products, Inc., a division of The Kroger
Co., today announced a recall on two codes of Private Selection Light
Churned Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream in 1.75-quart containers with a
"Sell By" date of December 3, 2008.
The ice cream was distributed to Kroger stores in Alabama, Arkansas,
Georgia, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska,
South Carolina, Tennessee, and Texas.
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Salmonella Illnesses in Multiple States may be Linked to Recently
Recalled Cereal
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) today announced that at least
23 people in 14 states have been diagnosed with salmonellosis that was
caused by the same strain of Salmonella that was found in the
recently recalled unsweetened Puffed Rice and unsweetened Puffed Wheat
Cereals produced by Malt-O-Meal.
The recalled products were distributed nationally under the Malt-O-Meal
brand name as well as under private label brands including Acme,
America's Choice, Food Club, Giant, Hannaford, Jewel, Laura Lynn,
Pathmark, Shaw's, ShopRite, Tops and Weis Quality. The cereals have
"Best If Used By" dates from April 8, 2008 (coded as "APR0808") through
March 18, 2009 (coded as "MAR1809").
Salmonella is a type of bacteria that can cause serious and
sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people,
and others with weakened immune systems. Symptoms of foodborne
Salmonella infection include nausea, vomiting, fever, diarrhea, and
abdominal cramps. In persons with poor health or weakened immune
systems, Salmonella can invade the bloodstream and cause
life-threatening infections.
Individuals who believe they may have experienced an illness
consistent with the symptoms described above after consuming a puffed
wheat or puffed rice cereal made by Malt-O-Meal should
contact their health care
practitioner immediately and report the illness to their state or
local health authorities.
Consumers should throw out any product in their homes from these
recalled lots.
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Fresh Express Foods Corporation, Inc. Recalls Cube Cut Cantaloupe Due
to Possible Health Risk
March 28, 2008 -- Fresh Express Foods Corporation, Inc. of Medford
Oregon is voluntarily recalling cut cubed processed cantaloupe. This
product was received from C.H. Robinson, supplied by Agropecuaria
Montelibano, a grower in Honduras. This product has the potential to be
contaminated with Salmonella and with the knowledge of the Food and Drug
Administration we have recalled all of the product.
This organism can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young
children, frail or elderly people and others with weakened immune
systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience
fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal
pain. In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in
the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe
illnesses such as arterial infections (i.e. infected aneurysms),
endocarditis and arthritis.
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Stonyfield Farm Announces Nationwide Voluntary Recall of 6-Ounce Fat
Free Blueberry Yogurts
March 28, 2008 -- Organic yogurt maker Stonyfield Farm
has announced a voluntary product recall of its non-fat blueberry yogurt
products.
The recall comes in response to the possibility of
glass fragments in the product. Although the company believes the
problem is not widespread, it is taking this precautionary measure to
ensure the safety of its consumers.
Affected products would be 6-ounce Fat Free
Blueberry yogurts.
People who bite into or swallow a fragment could
possibly be injured, prompting this precautionary recall.
Stonyfield Farm is also advising its distribution
network to remove the 6-ounce fat free blueberry yogurt from the shelves
immediately. The product is sold at natural food stores and major
grocery retailers nationwide.
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FDA Warns of Salmonella Risk with Cantaloupes from Agropecuaria
Montelibano
March 22, 2008 -- The U.S. Food and Drug
Administration has issued an import alert regarding entry of cantaloupe
from Agropecuaria Montelibano, a Honduran grower and packer, because,
based on current information, fruit from this company appears to be
associated with a Salmonella Litchfield outbreak in the United States
and Canada. The import alert advises FDA field offices that all
cantaloupes shipped to the United States by this company are to be
detained.
In addition, the FDA has contacted importers about
this action and is advising U.S. grocers, food service operators, and
produce processors to remove from their stock any cantaloupes from this
company. The FDA also advises consumers who have recently bought
cantaloupes to check with the place of purchase to determine if the
fruit came from this specific grower and packer. If so, consumers should
throw awayreceive report of 50 llnesse
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in 16 states and nine illnesses in Canada linked to the consumption of
cantaloupes. No deaths have been reported; however, 14 people have been
hospitalized. The states are Arizona, California, Colorado, Georgia,
Illinois, Missouri, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma,
Oregon, Tennessee, Utah, Washington, and Wisconsin.
Symptoms of foodborne Salmonella infection include
nausea, vomiting, fever, diarrhea, and abdominal cramps. In persons with
poor health or weakened immune systems, Salmonella can invade the
bloodstream and cause life-threatening infections. Individuals who have
recently eaten cantaloupe and experienced any of these symptoms should
contact their health care professional.
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Slade Gorton & Co. Recalls "Icybay Cooked Langostinos"
Because of Possible Health Risk
March 14, 2008 -- Slade Gorton & Co is issuing a voluntary recall of its
"ICYBAY" cooked, ready to eat, frozen Langostinos because they have 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
fever, headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea,
Listeria monocytogenes infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths
among pregnant women.
The recalled "ICYBAY" cooked langostinos were distributed to retailers
in Massachusetts and Maryland, over the course of the past several
weeks. The majority of the retail distribution was removed from shelves
immediately upon notice of the potential of contamination. The recalled
"ICYBAY" cooked langostinos were distributed to wholesalers in Colorado,
Connecticut, Indiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan,
Minnesota, Nebraska, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania,
Ohio, Oklahoma, Texas, Vermont, West Virginia and Wisconsin.
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The Hartz Mountain Corporation Recalls Vitamin Care
for Cats Because of Possible Health Risk
March 7, 2008 -- The Hartz Mountain Corporation is
voluntarily recalling a second specific lot of Hartz Vitamin Care for
Cats due to concerns that bottles within the lot may have been
potentially contaminated with Salmonella. Hartz recalled a
specific lot code of Hartz Vitamin Care for Cats last November due to
similar concerns. Both lot codes were manufactured for Hartz by UFAC
(USA) Inc. in 2007, and were removed from distribution last November.
However, bottles from the second lot had been shipped to customers prior
to their having been removed from distribution.
Salmonella is an organism which can cause
serious infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and
others with weakened immune systems, all of whom are at particular risk
from exposure and should avoid handling these products.
Salmonella symptoms may include fever,
diarrhea, abdominal pain, and nausea in both cats and humans. Anyone
experiencing the symptoms of Salmonella infection should seek
immediate medical attention. Owners of cats exhibiting these symptoms
shoul href="ontactu.htry assistance.
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Algae Bloom Prompts DSHS to Close 3 Bays to Shellfish
Harvesting, Issue Recall
March 7, 2008 -- The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS)
has closed Aransas, Corpus Christi and Copano bays to shellfish
harvesting and has issued a recall of oysters, clams and mussels because
of an algae bloom.
DSHS officials say high concentrations of the
Dinophysis organism have been found in several locations in the area.
The toxin produced by this algae bloom, okadaic acid, can accumulate in
shellfish tissue and cause diarrhetic shellfish poisoning, or DSP, in
people who consume oysters, clams or mussels. Cooking does not destroy
the toxin.
Shellfish harvested from these bays on March 1 or
later are included in the recall. Consumers who purchased shellfish
March 1 or later are advised not to eat them. People should either call
the store where the shellfish were purchased to determine the date and
location of harvest or dispose of them. The toxin does not affect other
seafood.
DSHS officials say that preliminary test results
indicate that levels of okadaic acid in oyster samples taken from the
bays exceed federal guidelines. Final test results will be available
next week. DSHS will monitor and determine when it is safe to reopen the
shellfish areas.
DSP symptoms include vomiting, diarrhea, nausea and
cramping. Symptoms, which usually last two to three days, can begin from
30 minutes to 12 hours after eating shellfish containing the toxin. DSP
usually is not life threatening and does not generally cause long-term
effects. DSHS is not aware of any illnesses associated with this algae
bloom.
Dinophysis occurs naturally in ocean waters and
estuaries and is not related to pollution. Typically it is not found in
high numbers along the Texas Gulf Coast. High concentrations can turn
the water an orange or brown color. DSHS officials say they know of no
health issues associated with people being in water containing the
algae.
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Limited Number of Aunt Jemima Pancake & Waffle Mix Products Recalled
for Possible Health Risk
March 4, 2008 – The Quaker Oats Co. announced the products in the recall
are a small quantity of Aunt Jemima Pancake & Waffle Mix: Original,
Original Complete and Buttermilk Complete, which may have potential
salmonella contamination.
The products, sold in 2 pound and 5 pound boxes with
Best Before dates of FEB 08 09 H through FEB 16 09 H stamped on the top,
contain the following UPC codes:
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30000 43272: Aunt Jemima Buttermilk Complete, 5
lb.
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30000 05040: Aunt Jemima Original, 2 lb.
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3000 05300: Aun2 lb.
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30000 05300: Aunt Jemima Buttermilk Complete, 2
lb.
Salmonella is a food borne illness that can cause
serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or
elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons
infected with salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea, nausea,
vomiting and abdominal pain.
Product was shipped to 17 states including Texas, Georgia,
Alabama, South Carolina, North Carolina, Illinois, Florida, Missouri,
Minnesota, Colorado, Wisconsin, Ohio, New York, New Mexico, Kansas and
Utah.
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Gorton's Seafood Recalls 6 Crispy Battered Fish Fillets Due to
Possible Adulteration
February 29, 2008 -- Gorton's Seafood, based in Gloucester, Mass., is
voluntarily recalling one frozen seafood product with a specific date
code because the product may have been adulterated with pills.
The product included in this recall was produced on October 16, 2007 and
distributed to retail outlets in Alabama, California, Delaware, Florida,
Georgia, Mississippi, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee
and Texas.
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Walker's Food Products Company Recalls Four Bean Salad Because Of
Health Risk
February 28, 2008 --- Walker's Food Products Company of North Kansas
City, Missouri, is recalling its 16oz., 5-lb. and 10-lb. containers of
Four Bean Salad because of potential contamination with Clostridium
botulinum, a bacterium which can cause life-threatening illness or
death. Consumers are warned not to use the product, even if it does not
look or smell spoiled. Botulism, a potentially fatal form of food
poisoning, can cause the following symptoms: general weakness,
dizziness, double vision, and trouble with speaking or swallowing.
Difficulty in breathing, weakness of muscles, abdominal distension, and
constipation may also be common symptoms. People experiencing these
problems should seek immediate medical attention.
The recalled Four Bean Salad was distributed to distributors in
Missouri, Kansas, Nebraska, and Iowa for ultimate distribution to retail
stores and restaurants. The product in the 16 oz. containers was
packaged under the Kay's Gourmet brand name. The product in the 5-lb.
and 10-lb. containers was packaged under the Walker's Food Products Co.
brand name. The containers are round clear plastic packages, which have
an expiration date stamped on the bottom surface. The expiration dates
subject to recall are 12/23/07 thru 04/5/08.
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U.S. Gov't. orders largest ever beef recall
The Department of Agriculture on Sunday ordered by far the largest
recall of beef ever, calling for the return of 143 million pounds of
ground beef from a California slaughterhouse that supplies school lunch
programs across the nation.
The acknowledgment came after the
Humane Society of the United States distributed an undercover video
Jan. 30 that showed workers at a Westland/Hallmark Meat Co. plant
kicking sick cows and using forklifts and electric shocks to force them
to walk.
The video raised questions about the safety of the meat because cows
that cannot walk, called downer cows, pose an added risk of mad cow
disease. The federal government has banned downer cows from the food
supply.
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Nutri-Foods Recalls "Organic Sesame Seeds Natural - Unhulled" Because
of Possible Health Risk
February 15, 2008 -- Nutri-Foods, Inc. ("Nutri-Foods") of Royal Oak,
Michigan, is recalling its .50 pound packages of "Organic Sesame Seeds
Natural - Unhulled" due to possible salmonella contamination, an
organism, which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in
young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune
systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience
fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting, and abdominal
pain. In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the
organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illness
such as arterial infections (i.e., infect
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HEB Recalls Looney Tunes Valentine Candy Watch Bracelets
FEBRUARY 15, 2008 --
SAN ANTONIO -- H.E.
Butt Grocery Co. here has issued a precautionary recall of Looney Tunes
candy bracelet/watches, because it said the product may contain foreign
metal.
The grocer's Quality
Assurance Lab found in one of the candy-filled bracelets a piece
"foreign metal" approximately just over a half-inch in length.
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Sherwood Brands Announces Nationwide Recall of Pokémon Branded
“Valentine Cards and Pops” Because They May Contain Metal Fragments
February 14, 2008 – Sherwood Brands LLC is voluntarily recalling
approximately 400,000 packages of Pokémon® branded "Valentine Cards and
Pops™" (Item# 073964209109 and Item# 073964289804), because of reports
that metal fragments were found in two lollipops purchased in Florida.
There are no reports of injury. People who bite into or swallow a metal
fragment could possibly be injured.
The products being recalled are packages of ten and
thirty Pokémon branded Valentine cards and lollipops featuring a variety
of characters. Sherwood Brands is advising its distribution network to
remove the Pokémon branded Valentine cards and lollipops from the
shelves immediately. The product was sold at retailers nationwide.
Consumers who have purchased the above products are advised not to
consume them.
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New Era Canning Company Announces New Nationwide Recall of Vegetable
Products
February 7, 2008 --- New Era Canning Company of New Era, Michigan is
recalling all cans of vegetable products in #10 cans (large cans
containing between 6 and 7 pounds) on the list below because they may
have been processed under conditions which could have led to
contamination by Clostridium botulinum bacterium spores, which
can cause life-threatening illness or death.
Clostridium botulinum bacterium spores have
the potential for growth that produces a toxin that causes a potentially
fatal form of food poisoning - botulism. Symptoms of botulism poisoning
in humans can begin from 6 hours to 2 weeks after eating food that
contains the toxin. Symptoms may include double vision, blurred vision,
drooping eyelids, slurred speech, difficulty swallowing, and muscle
weakness that moves progressively down the body, affecting the shoulders
first, then descending to the upper arms, lower arms, thighs, and
calves. Botulism poisoning also can cause paralysis of the breathing
muscles, which can result in death unless assistance with breathing
(mechanical ventilation) is provided. Individuals who have these
symptoms and who may have recently eaten the any of the recalled
vegetable products currently under recall or other food products made
with these items should seek immediate medical attention.
Any food that may be contaminated should be disposed
of carefully. Even tiny amounts of toxins ingested, inhaled, or absorbed
through the eye or a break in the skin can cause serious illness. Skin
contact should be avoided as much as possible, and the hands should be
washed immediately after handling the food. Customers who have these
products or any foods made with these products should throw them away
immediately. Double bag the cans in plastic bags that are tightly
closed, then place in a trash receptacle for non-recyclable trash
outside of the home. Restaurants and institutions are encouraged to
assure that such products are only placed in locked receptacles which
are not accessible to the public.
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Consumer Warning: Contaminated Dip
February 5, 2008 --- The Michigan Department of
Agriculture (MDA) today warned consumers to check their cupboards for
Olivier brand Parmesan & Asiago Dip with Garlic & Basil because of the
possibility of contamination with Clostridium botulinum. Olivier brand
Parmesan & Asiago Dip with Garlic & Basil is manufactured by Olivier
Olive Oil Products, Inc. of St. Helena, California, which has initiated
a voluntary recall of the product.
Clostridium botulinum is a bacterium which can cause
life-threatening illness or death. Symptoms of botulism include: general
weakness, dizziness, double-vision and trouble with speaking or
swallowing. Difficulty in breathing, weakness of other muscles,
abdominal distension and constipation may also be common symptoms.
People experiencing these problems should
seek immediate medical attention.
Even tiny amounts of the Clostridium botulinum toxin
can cause serious illness when ingested, inhaled, or absorbed through
the eye or a break in the skin. Skin contact should be avoided as much
as possible, and hands should be washed immediately after handling the
food.
When disposing of these products, double-bag the
product in plastic bags. Make sure the bags are tightly closed, then
place in a trash receptacle for non-recyclable trash outside of the
home. Retailers should ensure that such products are only placed in
locked receptacles that are not accessible to the public.
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Consumer Warning: Contaminated Cheese
January 30, 2008 -- Routine surveillance by the Indiana State Board of
Animal Health's Dairy Division revealed high levels of staphylococcus
aureus (or "staph") in several raw milk cheeses manufactured by Grassy
Meadows dairy of Howe, Ind.
Products of concern include, but are not limited to, Colby (lot no.
210317 and 19177), Jalapeno natural cheese (lot no. 2617, 21017 and
11017), "Homemade" cheese (lot no. 19267 and 19227), Monterey Jack (lot
no. 18207 and 2937), and garlic pepper cheese (lot no. 19147). All are
sold in wedges or blocks of various weights.
Due to the nature of the manufacturing process for raw milk cheese,
BOAH advises consumers not to eat any cheese from this facility
purchased prior to January 30, 2008. According to Terry Philibeck,
Director of BOAH Dairy Divison, the agency has not yet been able to
identify when the staph contamination began. Cheese purchased prior to
January may be contaminated.
All the samples taken indicated higher-than-allowed levels of staph.
Staph infections can cause nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramping,
headache and muscle cramping. The greatest health risk is to the very
young, the very old and those with compromised immune systems.
Consumers should not consume these products.
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Shiloh Farms Recalls "Shiloh Farms Organic Unhulled Sesame Seeds"
Because of Health Risk
January 28, 2008 – Shiloh Farms, of New Holland,
Pennsylvania, is recalling Shiloh Farms Organic Unhulled Sesame Seeds,
12-oz., because it may be contaminated with Salmonella.
Salmonella is an organism which can cause serious and
sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people
and others with weakened immune systems.Healthy persons infected
with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be
bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In rare circumstance,
infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the
bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial
infections (i.e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis.
Consumers with the above symptoms should consult their physician.
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Seoul Shik Poom, Inc. Recalls Frozen Salted Yellow Croaker and/or
Frozen Dried Yellow Croaker Because of Possible Health Risk
January 23, 2008 -- Seoul Shik Poom, Inc. of Hillside,
NJ is recalling products because they have the potential to be
contaminated with Clostridium botulinum, a bacterium, which can
cause life-threatening illness or death.
Consumers are warned
not to use these products
even if they do not look or smell spoiled.
Botulism, a potentially fatal form of food poisoning,
can cause the following symptoms: general weakness, dizziness,
double-vision, and trouble with speaking or swallowing. Difficulty in
breathing, weakness of other muscles, abdominal distension and
constipation may also be common symptoms. People experiencing these
problems should seek immediate medical attention.
Frozen Salted/Dried Yellow Croaker was distributed in
New York, New Jersey and Maryland area. It reached consumers throughd is
individually tied with rope.
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Deli Chef
Tri-Bean Salad Recalled From Kroger Stores
January 21, 2008 – Inter-American Products, a division
of The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR), today announced a voluntary recall on all
codes of Deli Chef Tri-Bean Salad sold from store deli counters in some
states because the product has the potential to be contaminated with
Clostridium botulinum, a bacterium which can cause a potentially
life threatening condition called botulism. Consumers should not consume
this product even if it does not look or smell spoiled.
The Tri-Bean Salad was sold at deli counters in stores
in Colorado, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Missouri,
Nebraska, Ohio, New Mexico, Utah, Washington, West Virginia, and
Wyoming.
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New Era Canning Company Announces New Nationwide Recall of Green
Beans and Garbanzo Beans
January 18, 2008 --- New Era Canning Company of New Era, Michigan is
recalling all cans of green beans and garbanzo beans in #10 cans (large
cans containing between 6 and 7 pounds) because they may have been
processed under conditions which could have led to contamination by
Clostridium botulinum bacterium spores, which can cause
life-threatening illness or death.
Clostridium botulinum bacterium spores have the potential for
growth that produces a toxin that causes a potentially fatal form of
food poisoning - botulism. Symptoms of botulism poisoning in humans can
begin from 6 hours to 2 weeks after eating food that contains the toxin.
Symptoms may include double vision, blurred vision, drooping eyelids,
slurred speech, difficulty swallowing, and muscle weakness that moves
progressively down the body, affecting the shoulders first, then
descending to the upper arms, lower arms, thighs, and calves. Botulism
poisoning also can cause paralysis of the breathing muscles, which can
result in death unless assistance with breathing (mechanical
ventilation) is provided. Individuals who have these symptoms and who
may have recently eaten the green beans or garbanzo beans currently
under recall or other food products made with these items should seek
immediate medical attention.
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Raja Foods Issues Nationwide Recall on SWAD BRAND ABIL, GULAL, KANKU,
KUM KUM, LAGAN SAMAGRI, AND POOJA SAMAGRI Containing High Levels of Lead
January 16, 2008 -- Raja Foods LLC of Skokie, Il is recalling its 3.5
oz. (100 g) packages of "SWAD BRAND: ABIL, GULAL, KANKU, KUM KUM," and "SWAD
BRAND: LAGAN SAMAGRI KIT, and POOJA SAMAGRI KIT" because the product
contains high levels of lead. Lead is very toxic and dangerous to
humans, especially children, women of childbearing age, pregnant women
and their unborn children. Although people with lead in their blood
often do not exhibit the symptoms of lead toxicity, such symptoms
include the following: stomach aches, colic, nausea, vomiting, abnormal
irritability, and insomnia. Lead can also permanently damage the central
nervous system, resulting in learning difficulties in school children as
well as cause other long-term health problems.
These products were distributed through Indian grocery stores in
Colorado, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota,
Missouri, Nebraska, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Tennessee, Texas, Washington
and Wisconsin.
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New Era Canning Company Announces New Recall
of Mexican-style Chili Beans, Green Beans and Dark Red Kidney Beans
Because of Health Risk
January 8, 2008 --- New Era Canning Company of New Era, Michigan is
announcing a new recall to include Mexican style chili beans, green
beans, and dark red kidney beans that were shipped to food service and
retail customers because a records review identified the possibility
that a small number of cans from each lot may not have been adequately
cooked.
New Era is recalling these products as a precautionary measure
because cans of vegetables that have not been adequately cooked have the
potential for the growth of Clostridium botulinum, a bacterium
which can cause botulism, a potentially fatal form of food poisoning.
Botulism can cause the following symptoms: general weakness, dizziness,
double-vision and trouble speaking or swallowing. Difficulty in
breathing, weakness of other muscles, abdominal distension and
constipation may also be common symptoms. People experiencing these
symptoms should seek immediate medical attention. The incubation period
can be 2 hours to 2 weeks; in most cases the symptoms appear after 12 to
24 hours.
Any food that may be contaminated should be disposed of carefully. Even
tiny amounts of toxins ingested, inhaled, or absorbed through the eye or
a break in the skin can cause serious illness. Skin contact should be
avoided as much as possible, and the hands should be washed immediately
after handling the food. Customers who have the product or any foods
made with these products should throw them away immediately. Double bag
the cans in plastic bags that are tightly closed, then place in a trash
receptacle for non-recyclable trash outside of the home. Restaurants and
institutions are encouraged to assure that such products are only placed
in locked receptacles which are not accessible to the public.
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New Era Canning Company Recalls Canned GFS Fancy Blue
Lake Cut Green Beans Because of Possible Health Risk
December 21, 2007 --- New Era Canning Company of New
Era, Michigan is voluntarily recalling 171 cases/ 6 cans per case of 6
lbs. 5 oz. GFS Fancy Blue Lake Cut Green Beans, 4 Sieve, lot code 19H7FL
, because they may be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum, a
bacterium which can cause life-threatening illness or death from
botulism. Consumers are warned not to use the product even if it does
not look or smell spoiled.
Botulism, a potentially fatal form of food poisoning,
can cause the following symptoms: general weakness, dizziness,
double-vision and trouble speaking or swallowing. Difficulty in
breathing, weakness of other muscles, abdominal distension and
constipation may also be common symptoms. People experiencing these
symptoms should seek immediate medical attention. The incubation period
can be 2 hours to 2 weeks; in most cases the symptoms appear after 12 to
24 hours.
The canned green beans were distributed to foodservice
customers in Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky,
Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia and sold
through GFS Marketplace stores in Indiana, Kentucky, and Tennessee.
Any food that may be contaminated should be disposed
of carefully. Even tiny amounts of toxins ingested, inhaled, or absorbed
through the eye or a break in the skin can cause serious illness. Skin
contact should be avoided as much as possible, and the hands should be
washed immediately after handling the food.
Customers should not be encouraged to return product to Gordon Food
Service. Customers who have the product or any foods made with these
products should throw them away immediately. Double bag the cans in
plastic bags that are tightly closed then place in a trash receptacle
for non-recyclable trash outside of the home.
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Royal Seafood Baza Inc. Recalls Dried Roach (Fish) Due to Possible
Health
December 19, 2007 -- Royal Seafood Baza Inc, located at 50-01 Rockaway
Beach Blvd, Far Rockaway, New York is recalling packages of "Dried
Roach" (Fish) because the product may be contaminated with Clostridium
Botulinum, which can cause botulism, a serious and potentially fatal
food borne illness. Uneviscerated fish has been linked to outbreaks of
botulism poisoning. Symptoms of botulism include blurred or double
vision, general weakness, and poor reflexes, difficulty swallowing and
respiratory paralysis.
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Top Line Specialty Produce Recalls "Green Paradise" Basil Because of
Possible Health Risk
December 19, 2007 -- Top Line Specialty Produce of Los Angeles Ca, is
voluntary recalling its 12 x 1 pound boxes of "Green Paradise label"
Fresh Italian basil, because they have the potential to be contaminated
with Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal
infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with
weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with this organism
often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting
and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with "Salmonella"
can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing
more severe illnesses such as arterial infections (i.e., infected
aneurysms), Endocarditis and arthritis.
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Listeria Contamination in Queso Fresco, Fresh Cheese
December 6, 2007 --- New York State Agriculture Commissioner Patrick
Hooker today warned consumers not to consume certain “Queso Fresco,
Fresh Cheese,” made by Peregrina Cheese Corp., 342 Ten Eyck St.,
Brooklyn, New York 11206 due to possible Listeria contamination.
A routine sample of the cheese, taken by an inspector from the
Division of Milk Control and Dairy Services on November 27, 2007, was
subsequently tested by the Department’s Food Laboratory and discovered
to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. On December 6, 2007, the
manufacturer was notified of the presence of Listeria monocytogenes and
the company voluntarily recalled the product.
Listeria contaminated product could cause Listeriosis, a disease that
usually causes mild flu-like symptoms in healthy individuals; however in
immune-compromised individuals, meningitis and blood poisoning can
occur. Pregnant women are also considered a high-risk group, as
Listeriosis can also result in stillbirths.
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San Antonio Company Recalling Mexican Candy
December 4, 2007 -- San Antonio company is voluntarily recalling jars
of candy imported from Mexico after testing by the Texas Department of
State Health Services (DSHS) found elevated lead levels that could cause
health problems.
Villa-Mex Imports, Inc., is recalling Barrilito, a dark brown thick
syrup sold in 3.3 ounce (100 gram) glass barrel-shaped jars with white
plastic lids. The yellow label shows the name “Barrilito” in red outline
letters. The label also reads: Productos Avila, S.A. de C.V. Puerto
Malaque 1379 Col. Sta. Maria Guadalajara, Jal. Mexico.
Eating products containing lead can be especially harmful to infants,
young children and pregnant women. Too much lead intake can result in
delayed mental and physical development and learning deficiencies.
Children who have high blood lead levels may be tired or cranky, not
have much appetite, not be able to pay attention, have headaches, vomit,
be constipated, be clumsy or weak or not be able to sleep. Some children
who have lead poisoning may not look or act sick.
DSHS officials say consumers who have the recalled product should not
eat it and should return it or throw it away. The only way to know if a
child has a high blood lead level is to have a blood lead test. People
concerned about blood lead levels should call their doctor or health
clinic about testing.
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Soma Beverage Recalls Metromint Flavor Water
December 4, 2007 -- Soma Beverage recalls Metromint flavor water in 16.9
fluid ounce bottles. All flavors of Metromint with Best Before
2008/12/21 and produced at its California facility are affected by this
recall, this includes peppermint, spearmint, orangemint, and lemonmint.
Soma Beverage of San
Francisco, California is recalling all bottles of
Metromint flavors Peppermint, Spearmint, Orangemint, and Lemonmint
with Best Before 2008/12/21 and produced at its California facility
because they may be contaminated with Bacillus
cereus. The symptoms of B. cereus diarrheal type food
poisoning usually include onset of watery diarrhea, abdominal cramps,
and pain 6-15 hours after consumption of contaminated food. Nausea may
accompany diarrhea, but vomiting rarely occurs. Symptoms persist for 24
hours in most instances. The vomiting type of food poisoning associated
with B. cereus is characterized by nausea and vomiting within
30 minutes to 6 hours after consumption of contaminated foods. Duration
of symptoms is generally less than 24 hours. Infants, children and
pregnant women are susceptible to dehydration resulting from diarrhea.
The products were distributed nationwide to grocery
stores and sold on the Internet.
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Sweetwater Valley Farms, Inc. Recalls Southern Cheddar Jack Volunteer
Special Cheese
November 21, 2007 --- Sweetwater Valley Farms, Inc. of Philadelphia, TN
is recalling Southern Cheddar Jack Volunteer Special Cheese 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.
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Del Rey Tortilleria, Inc. Issues Recall of Flour Tortillas Due to
Health Risk
Del Rey Tortilleria, Inc., Chicago, Illinois, is announcing the
recall of its flour tortilla products.
Included in the recall are flour tortillas of all sizes [White Flour
Tortillas; Tortillas de Harina(6 inch); Burritos 2, 3, and 4; and Fajita
8" size] with the name "Del Rey" on the label, and with one of these
Date Codes: OCT/17/07; OCT/20/07; OCT/24/07; NOV/04/07; NOV/10/07; or
NOV/11/07.
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Texas firm recalls frozen sausage rolls
November 16, 2007
– Double B Foods Inc. is
recalling about 98,000
pounds of frozen sausage
roll products because of
concerns about potential
listeria contamination.
The U.S. Department of
Agriculture announced the
company's voluntary recall
Thursday. The frozen sausage
rolls were produced on
various dates between Oct.
25 and Nov. 6, the USDA
said. The company found the
potential problem during an
in-plant testing program.
In addition to being sold
in Texas, the products were
distributed to institutions,
catalog sales and
distribution centers in
Alabama, Arkansas, Florida,
Georgia, Louisiana,
Mississippi, New Jersey, New
Mexico, New York, Oklahoma
and Pennsylvania.
Consumption of food
containing Listeria
monocytogenes can cause
listeriosis, a rare but
potentially fatal disease.
Listeriosis can kill
babies and people with
weakened immune systems and
cause miscarriages in
pregnant women. Symptoms
include fever, headache,
stiffness, nausea, abdominal
pain and diarrhea.
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The Hartz Mountain Corporation
Recalls Vitamin Care for Cats Because of Possible Health Risk
November 2, ,2007 ---The Hartz Mountain Corporation is voluntarily
recalling one specific lot of Hartz Vitamin Care for Cats due to
concerns that one or more bottles within the lot may have been
potentially contaminated with Salmonella.
Salmonella symptoms may include fever, diarrhea, abdominal
pain, and nausea in both cats and humans. Anyone experiencing the
symptoms of Salmonella infection should seek immediate medical
attention. Owners of cats exhibiting these symptoms should also seek
veterinary assistance.
Cat owners should> check the lot code on their bottles, and, if the code
is not visible, or if the bottle has lot code SZ- 16371 imprinted
thereon, they should immediately discontinue use of the product and
discard it in a proper manner.
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Totino's and Jeno's Pepperoni Frozen Pizzas Recalled Because of
Possible E. coli Contamination
Nov.1, 2007 --
Check for the
following
Totino's and
Jeno's frozen
pizzas, which
General Mills
has recalled
because
of possible
E. coli
contamination in
the pepperoni:
- Totino's
Party
Supreme (SKU
number
42800-10700)
- Totino's
Three Meat
(SKU number
42800-10800)
- Totino's
Pepperoni
(SKU numbers
42800-11400
and
42800-92114)
- Totino's
Classic
Pepperoni
(SKU number
42800-11402)
- Totino's
Pepperoni
Trio (SKU
number
42800-72157)
- Totino's
Party Combo
(SKU number
42800-11600)
- Totino's
Combo (SKU
number
42800-92116)
- Jeno's
Crisp 'n
Tasty
Supreme (SKU
number
35300-00561)
- Jeno's
Crisp 'n
Tasty
Pepperoni
(SKU number
35300-00572)
- Jeno's
Crisp 'n
Tasty Combo
(SKU number
35300-00576)
Federal and
state
authorities are
investigating 21
cases of E.
coli-related
illnesses in 10
states. About
half of those
patients were
hospitalized.
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House of Thaller, Inc. Recalls Smoked Salmon Dip Because of Possible
Health Risk
October 29, 2007 -- House of Thaller, Inc. of Knoxville, TN is
voluntarily recalling 529 pounds of Smoked Salmon Dip 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 production of the Smoked Salmon Dip has been suspended while FDA and
the company continue to investigate the source of the problem.
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Jensen's
Old Fashioned Smokehouse Inc. Recalls Jensen's Seattle Style Wild Smoked
Salmon Spread Lemon Dill and Onion, Because of Possible Health Risk
October 2, 2007 -- Jensen's Old Fashioned Smokehouse Inc. of Seattle, WA
is recalling 936 tubs of Jensen's Seattle Style Wild Smoked Salmon
Spread Lemon Dill and Onion which was made by Carso's Pasta of Lynnwood,
WA 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.
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Topps hamburger meat recalled for E. coli
A meat company is voluntarily recalling some of its hamburgers after a
cluster of illnesses caused by E. coli bacteria. At least six people
have fallen ill, and three were hospitalized. The recall affects 331,582
pounds of frozen beef patties that were distributed nationwide.
E. coli causes intestinal illness that generally clears up within a week
for adults but can be deadly for the very young, elderly people and
those with compromised immune systems. Symptoms can include severe
stomach cramps, bloody diarrhea and, in extreme cases, kidney failure.
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Department of Consumer Protection Removes Baby’s Bliss Gripe Water
From Connecticut Stores Following Voluntary Recall
September 24 -- The Department of Consumer Protection has removed a
product from three stores where it was sold, following a voluntary
recall by the manufacturer and a U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
warning
consumers not to drink or serve the beverage.
The FDA confirmed through laboratory analysis the presence of
cryptosporidium after investigating the illness of a 6-week-old infant
in Minnesota who consumed the product. Cryptosporidium is a parasite
that can cause intestinal infections.
The product is Baby's Bliss Gripe Water, apple flavor,
with a code of 26952V and expiration date of October 2008
(shown as "10/08" on the label), distributed by MOM Enterprises, Inc.,
of San Rafael, Calif. "Consumers who have this item at home should be
sure it is not coded and dated as described in the FDA warning. If it
is, please do not use the beverage, but discard it immediately."
The most common symptom of infection is watery diarrhea. Other
symptoms can include dehydration, weight loss, stomach cramps or pain,
fever, nausea and vomiting. Symptoms generally begin two to ten days
after becoming infected with the parasite and generally last one to two
weeks. While most people with healthy immune systems will recover
without treatment, the infection could be serious or life-threatening
for certain individuals. Infants, children and pregnant women are
susceptible to dehydration resulting from diarrhea, which can be
life-threatening. Individuals with weakened immune systems are also at
risk for a more serious and life-threatening form of illness.
Parents of children who have recently consumed apple flavored Baby's
Bliss Gripe Water and have these symptoms should seek immediate medical
attention. Parents and caregivers who have given this product to their
infants and children should be alert for diarrhea and other signs of
Cryptosporidium infection.
The product was sold in a four-ounce plastic bottle packaged inside
of a cardboard carton, labeled with the following: Baby's Bliss.
Pediatrician Recommended Gripe Water. Apple Flavor.
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Bravo! Issues Nationwide Recall of Poultry Products for Dogs and Cats
Sept. 18, 2007--- Bravo! announces a voluntary recall of tubes of its
poultry products for cats and dogs. The pet food is being recalled
because two of the products have the potential to be contaminated with
Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes, while the other product has the
potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
Both Salmonella and Listeria are organisms which can cause serious
infections in dogs and cats, and if there is cross contamination, in
people, especially small children, frail or elderly people, and others
with weakened immune systems. Healthy people with Salmonella infection
may only suffer short-term symptoms, such as high fever, severe
headache, vomiting, nausea, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. Long term
complications can include arthritis and other more serious ailments.
Healthy people with Listeria infection may only suffer 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.
Animals ill with Salmonella will display symptoms
similar to the ones listed above for humans. People who have concerns
about whether their pet has Salmonella or not should contact their
veterinarian.
The recalled products are distributed nationwide to distributors, retail
stores, internet sales and directly to consumers, and they can be
identified by the batch ID code located on the hang tag attached to the
bottom of the plastic film tubes. The recalled products should not be
sold or fed to pets.
People may risk Salmonella infection not only by handling these pet
foods, but also by contact with pets or other surfaces exposed to these
foods, so it is important that they thoroughly wash their hands with hot
water and soap. Anyone who is experiencing the symptoms of Salmonella
or Listeria infection after having handled the recalled product should
seek medical attention.
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Dog food recalls
Red Flannel Large Breed Adult Formula Dry Dog Food
50lb Bags Recalled
August 21, 2007 -- Mars Petcare US, Inc. today
announces a voluntary recall of select 50 lb bags of Red Flannel Large
Breed Adult Formula dry dog food sold in two stores in Pennsylvania.
Only three bags of product were actually sold, with only one bag still
unaccounted for. The pet food is being recalled because it has the
potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, which can cause
serious infections in dogs and cats, and, if there is cross
contamination, in people, especially children, the aged, and people with
compromised immune systems.
The recalled product should not be sold or fed to pets. Pet owners
should dispose of product in a safe manner (example, a securely covered
trash receptacle) and return the empty bag to the store where purchased
for a full refund.
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Krasdale Gravy Dry Dog Food 5lb Bags Voluntarily
Recalled
August 21, 2007 -- Mars Petcare US, Inc. today
announces a voluntary recall of select five pound bags of Krasdale Gravy
dry dog food sold in Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York,
and Pennsylvania. The pet food is being recalled because it has the
potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, which can cause
serious infections in dogs and cats, and, if there is cross
contamination, in people, especially children, the aged, and people with
compromised immune systems.
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