Dairy and meat farms in California were among the most recent establishments to receive federal warning letters after unacceptable levels of drug residues were found in cattle that they sold for slaughter. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration visited each establishment to inspect operations there and looked at records to track animals that were slaughtered. If an animal from a dairy farm was slaughtered for human consumption, FDA checked with the Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) to see whether tissue samples from a specific dairy cow were tested for drug residues. When FSIS testing reveals residue levels higher than set limits, the operation receives a warning letter. The most recent violators include: Meat: Cunha Calf Ranch, CA Inspection Dates: May 2, May 24, June 5 and June 10, 2012 Violation: Sold cows for slaughter as human food with 7 residue violations of neomycin (highest was 18.43 parts per million). The FDA’s tolerance of neomycin is 7.2 parts per million. Dairy: Double Diamond Dairy, CA Inspection Dates: May 4, May 5 2012 Violation: Sold cows for slaughter as human food with two residue violations of neomycin (7.21, 7.47 parts per million). Meat: GTA Calf Ranch, CA Inspection Date: June 8, 2012 Violation: Sold cows for slaughter as human food with two drug residue violations of neomycin (14.91 parts per million) and oxytetracycline (5.89 parts per million). The FDA’s tolerance of neomycin is 7.2 parts per million and oxytetracycline is 2 parts per million. Dairy: Johann Dairy Farm, CA Inspection Dates: March 30, April 5, May 2, May 7, May 29, June 4, June 30 and July 3, 2012 Violation: Sold cows for slaughter as human food with nine drug residue violations of gentamicin (detected), neomycin (56.14 parts per million), penicillin (.08 parts per million), and sulfamethazine (4.418 parts per million). The FDA’s tolerance of gentamicin is 0 parts per million, 7.2 parts per million for neomycin, .05 parts per million for penicillin and 0 for sulfamethazine.
]]>The first two days will feature the official training materials developed by the Produce GAPs Harmonization Initiative Calibration Committee.
The third day is optional and is designed for those auditors and operations interested in GlobalG.A.P. Produce Safety certification to meet buyers’ requirements for a GFSI audit. The third day will also feature an explanation of how the Tomato Metrics have been incorporated into the Harmonized Standards and the Global G.A.P Produce Safety certification.
Participation in the workshop is free.
Register with this form and send it to Erin Grether
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The problem was discovered during a routine food safety assessment and may have occurred as a result of a change in ingredient formulation, according to the recall alert.
FSIS and the company said they have not received reports of adverse reactions.
The sausages being recalled are:
– 12-lb. cases of “Old Style Sausage Bratwurst German Brand Sausage”
– 12-lb. cases of “Colorado Rocky Brat Amber Beer Bratwurst”
– 12-lb. cases of “Old Style Sausage Boulder Porter Bratwurst”
– 12-lb. cases of “Rocky Brat 1 Colorado Rocky Bratwurst”
– 12-lb. cases of “Old Style Sausage Rocky Brat II Colorado Rocky Bratwurst”
– 12-lb. cases of “Old Style Sausage Rocky Brats III Colorado Rocky Bratwurst”
– 12-lb. cases of “Colorado Rocky Brat Pork & Elk Bratwurst”
– 12-lb. cases of “Colorado Rocky Brat Pork & Buffalo Bratwurst”
The recalled sausages do not have a packaging date or code but may bear a label with the establishment number EST. 8126 inside the USDA mark of inspection. The sausages, produced prior to April 18, 2012, were distributed to restaurants in Colorado.
For more information contact the company’soOwner, Michael Deborski, at 303-666-8240.
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The recall was the result of routine sampling by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, which revealed that the finished products contained Listeria monocytogenes. According to the recall news release, since the original sampling no other finished products have been shown to contain Listeria, but the latest recall is a precautionary measure.
No confirmed illnesses have been reported to date.
The initial recall was Jan. 24, 2012.
The new recall is for sandwiches with expiration dates from January 19 through May 2 from lot numbers 00112 through 10412:
– Turkey & Ham Footlong, UPC 0543200194
– Italian Footlong, UPC 0543200196
– Classic Cuban, UPC 0543200156
The sub sandwiches were distributed from January 2 through April 13 to convenience and grocery stores nationwide under the labels Anytime Deli, Sandwich Central and Dandee.
All the recalled sandwiches are packaged in white butcher wrap. The best-by date and/or the lot number are located the circular label. The UPC code is located on the bottom of the product beneath the ingredient and nutrition facts label.
Consumers who may have purchased the sandwiches for later consumption are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.
For more information contact the company at 1-800-394-6258 Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST.
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The recalled products are used primarily by bird breeders for feeding baby birds. Baby birds being fed the formula may run the risk of kidney failure when ingesting the product.
According to the recall news release, an elevated amount of vitamin D was unintentionally added in an isolated mixing batch during manufacturing. Products manufactured before and after the recalled batch have been tested and are safe for feeding to baby birds.
Consumers who have this bird feed brand should inspect the product packaging for the “Best Before Code (date)” to determine if it is part of this recall. All distributors have been notified of the recall and have been asked to reach out to their retail customers and to immediately remove the affected products from the shelf.
The recalled lots are:
– Kaytee exact® Hand Feeding Formula Baby Bird, 6/7.5 oz., product code 100032326, UPC code 07185947510, lot/serial no. A1, best-before codes: 21 Mar 2013 and 20 Apr 2013
– Kaytee exact® Hand Feeding Formula Baby Bird, 6/18 oz., product code 100032328, UPC code 07185947511, lot/serial no. A2, best-before codes: 9 Mar 2013 and 19 Apr 2013
– Kaytee exact® Hand Feeding Formula Baby Bird , 4/5 lb., product code 100032330 *100034332, UPC code 07185947512, lot/serial no. A3 (*includes 10 cases of Petco store product), best-before codes: 14 Mar 2013, 30 Mar 2013 and 16 May 2013, *30 March 2013
– Kaytee exact® Hand Feeding Formula Baby Bird, 1/22 lb., product code 100032336, UPC code 07185947518, lot/serial no. A4, best-before codes 21 Mar 2013, 13 Apr 2013 and
16 May 2013
– Kaytee exact® Hand Feeding Formula Baby Macaw, 4/5 lb., product code 100032337, UPC code 07185947515, lot/serial no. B1, best-before codes 1 Mar 2013, 14 Mar 2013 and 19 Apr 2013
The recall does NOT include Kaytee Wild Bird, Small Animal, or Pet Bird Fiesta, Forti-Diet, Egg-Cite, Supreme or Nature’s Benefit.
Vitamin D is an essential nutrient that is required for calcium and phosphorus metabolism and is important for normal bone, beak, claw, and eggshell formation. But consumption of formula with high levels of vitamin D can cause illness associated with kidney damage.
Baby birds that have consumed formula with high vitamin D levels may become weak and inactive and show a lack of appetite, vomiting, increased thirst, and have increased urine excretion (watery droppings).
Pet owners should stop feeding the recalled food immediately and consult with their veterinarian. The recommended treatment of baby birds that have consumed formulas high in vitamin D is fluid therapy to keep the birds well hydrated. The birds should be kept warm, and tube feeding may be needed.
Kaytee says it will work with pet owners individually on a case-by-case basis “to handle their individual needs appropriately.” Customers can receive a full refund for the recalled products.
For more information, contact Kaytee at 1-800 Kaytee-1 (800-529-8331) or email the company at [email protected].
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There have been no reports of adverse reactions.
The recall is for:
– Fisher Cocoa Mocha Almonds, 10 oz., UPC 07069002389, JBSS Item Code P02389, Best By 09/28/13 GH1
– Fisher Vanilla Bean Almonds, 10 oz., UPC 07069002390, JBSS Item Code P02390 Best By 09/20/13 GH1 and Best By 09/28/13 GH1
– Full Circle Concierge Snack Nut Blend, 11 oz., UPC 036800 28392, JBSS Item Code V28392, Best By Nov 02 12
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The products may be returned to the store of purchase for a full refund or replacement.
For more information contact John B. Sanfilippo and Son Customer Service toll-free at 800-874-8734 Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Central Time.
]]>– PIE WITH CHIOS MASTIHA: 80 g, LOT 09120202 and best-before end 12/30/2012 contains egg albumin, wheat flour and nuts (almonds).
– HONEY PIE WITH ALMONDS 80 g, LOT 27111107 and best -before end 06/30/2012, contains egg albumin, wheat flour and nuts (almonds).
– HALVA PIE WITH CHIOS MASTIHA AND PEANUTS 80 g, LOT 85111104 and best-before end 06/25/2012, contains egg albumin, wheat flour and nuts (almonds).
– FIGS STUFFED WITH ALMONDS 360 g , LOT 16111115 and best-before end 04/30/2012, contains nuts.
– GREEK GARLIC SPREAD WITH ALMONDS 180 g, LOT 03110916 and best before end 09/30/2012, contains nuts (almonds) and wheat bread.
– HANDMADE TRAHANA PASTA WITH MASTIHA 340 g, LOT 03101125 and best-before end 04/30/2012, contains milk yogurt and wheat gluten.
– SMOKED EGGPLANT SPREAD WITH CHIOS MASTIHA 180 g, LOT 03110916 and best-before end 09/30/2012, contains nuts (pine nuts).
– SPICY GARLIC SPREAD WITH CHIOS MASTIHA 180 g LOT 01110916 and best before end 09/30/2012, contains wheat bread.
These products have been sold in the United States via Internet sales through www.mastihashopny.com and from one retail store located at 145 Orchard St., New York, New York.
The recall was initiated after it was discovered that the allergen-containing products were distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of the allergens. Specifically, the company did not declare that albumin is egg albumin, yogurt is milk yogurt, bread contains wheat, and almonds and pine nuts are nuts.
MEDITERRA S.A. printed and sent corrected labels for these products earlier this month and says all products now properly declare all ingredients, including any allergens.
The recalled products may be returned to the place of purchase for a full refund.
For more information contact the U.S. retail store at 212-253-0895 between 12 p.m. and 7 p.m. Eastern Time, Tuesday through Sunday or the manufacturer directly at 0030-22710-51805.
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No adverse reactions have been reported.
Routine sampling and analysis by the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets revealed the presence of peanut allergen at 34 parts per million in packages of Classic Caramel Cob Junior with a best-by date of Dec. 23, 2011.
People who have allergies to peanuts run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume products that contain peanuts.
The recalled Classic Caramel Cob Junior were sold in 2.50 oz. cello packages with the UPC number 896324001041 and a best-by date of Dec. 23, 2011.
They were sold between June and December 2011, primarily through Christmas Tree Shops in Alabama, Connecticut, Delaware, Georgia, Indiana, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Texas, Vermont and Virginia, and through Gem State Distributors in Utah and Idaho.
The recalled Classic Caramel Cob Junior may be returned to the place of purchase. For more information contact the company, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. MT, at 1-877-563-0204.
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In each case, Minnesota Department of Agriculture Laboratory personnel confirmed that the fish were not properly eviscerated prior to processing.
No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with either company’s products.
The sale of improperly eviscerated fish, 5 inches in length or greater, is prohibited because Clostridium botulinum spores are more likely to be concentrated in the viscera than any other portion of the fish. Uneviscerated fish has been linked to outbreaks of botulism poisoning, which may pose a potentially life-threatening health hazard.
Import Foods Wholesale Inc. of St. Paul, MN is recalling smoked croaker, smoked barracuda, smoked Big Eye and smoked red snapper imported from Guyana.
The Import Foods Wholesale recall is for:
– Smoked croaker in a 10 lb. cardboard box with code 298/11
– Smoked barracuda in a 10 lb. cardboard box with code 0282/011
– Smoked Big Eye in a 10 lb. cardboard box with code 287L10
– Smoked red snapper n a 10 lb. cardboard box with code 298-11
The fish were sold to retail stores in Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota and Iowa.
Consumers who have the recalled fish are advised not to eat it. Return it to the place of purchase.
For more information contact the company at 612-876-5412.
Seng Ong Wholesale of St. Paul, MN is recalling dried mackerel and dried round scad imported from the Philippines.
The Seng Ong Wholesale recall is for:
– Pacific Isles Hasa Hasa Dried Mackerel in 48 oz. cardboard cases with lot numbers 3298 and 0760. This product was sold in Minnesota.
– Pacific Isles Galunggong Dried Round Scad in 48 oz. cardboard cases with lot numbers 3228 and 3168. This product was sold in Minnesota and South Dakota.
Consumers who have the recalled fish are advised not to eat it, but should return it to the place of purchase. For more information contact the company at 612-802-3240.
Symptoms of botulism include blurred or double vision, general weakness, poor reflexes, difficulty swallowing and respiratory paralysis, which may lead to death. People experiencing these problems should seek immediate medical attention.
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The recalled pita breads and sandwich rolls would have been purchased on Wednesday, March 28 only.
The recall is for:
– Wegmans Pita Bread, White, 14 oz. – UPC: 77890-11363 with a best-if-used-by date of 4/3 Sunday
– Wegmans Mini Pita Bread, White, 12 oz. – UPC: 77890-17127 with a best-if-used-by date of 4/3 Sunday
– Wegmans Food You Feel Good About 100% Whole Wheat Mini Pita Bread, 12 oz. – UPC: 77890-17130 with a best-if-used-by date of 4/3 Sunday
– Wegmans Food You Feel Good About Multi Grain Mini Pita Bread, 11 oz. – UPC: 77890-18328 with a best-if-used-by date of 4/3 Sunday
– Wegmans Multigrain Whole Wheat Thin Sandwich Rolls, 12 oz. – UPC: 77890-25887 with a best-if-used-by date of 4/5 Tuesday
– Wegmans White Made with Whole Grain Thin Sandwich Rolls, 12 oz. – UPC: 77890-25888 with a best-if-used-by date of 4/5 Tuesday
– Wegmans 100% Whole Wheat Thin Sandwich Rolls, 12 oz – UPC: 77890-25891 with a best-if-used-by date of 4/5 Tuesday
All the recalled products may be returned for a full refund
For more information, please call 1-800-Wegmans (934-6267) and ask for Consumer Affairs, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
]]>The potential for contamination was noted after a random test by the Ohio Department of Agriculture in a store in Ohio revealed the presence of Salmonella in a case of Jalapeno peppers. Jalapeno peppers are one of the ingredients in the salsa.
There have been no reports of illnesses.
The product is sold in 12 oz. clear plastic containers under the Private Selection brand name; in 16 oz. clear plastic containers under the heinen’s brand name and in 5 lb. plastic trays to foodservice distributors. The packages are marked with use-by date of 3/27/2012. The UPC numbers located on the packages are:
Private Selection 12 oz. brand:
– PICO DE GALLO – UPC# 11111091135
– HOT SALSA – UPC# 1111091139
– MILD SALSA – UPC# 1111091137
heinen’s 16 oz. brand:
– HOT SALSA – UPC# 2060100024
– MILD SALSA – UPC# 2060100026
The recalled salsa was distributed to retailers and foodservice distributors on March 14 and 15, 2012 in 11 states: Ohio, Kentucky, West Virginia, Arkansas, Mississippi, Missouri, Tennessee, Virginia, North Carolina, Indiana and Illinois.
Consumers may return the recalled salsa to the place of purchase for a full refund. For more information contact the company at 1-859-578-3143 Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST.
]]>According to the notice, the recall was initiated after routine sampling by New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Food Inspectors and subsequent analysis by Food Laboratory personnel revealed the presence of sulfites in the product which were not declared on the label.
The consumption of 10 milligrams of sulfites per serving has been reported to elicit severe reactions in some asthmatics. Anaphylactic shock could occur in certain sulfite sensitive individuals upon ingesting 10 milligrams or more of sulfites. Analysis of the “Dried Potato” revealed that it contained 36 milligrams per serving.
No adverse reactions have been reported.
The recalled dried potato is packed in 6 oz. packages under the brand name Golden Smell and was sold in NY, MA and PA.
Consumers can return the recalled product to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 718-628-6200.
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According to the recall notice, the company discovered the problem during a label review. The company had used a spice mix from its supplier that contained hydrolyzed whey and casein protein, but product label does not list the allergens as ingredients in the sausage.
The recall is for 11-pound boxes of Eckrich Smoked Sausage Made with Pork and Beef with a sell-by date of March 26, 2012 or later. Each box bears a label with the establishment number Est. 7066 inside the USDA mark of inspection. The sausages were produced from Jan. 16, 2012 to the present and were sent to distribution centers in Dallas, TX and Indianapolis, IN for institutional use.
For more information contact Bonnie Hyman, J Bar B Foods’ Public Relations Manager, at 830-788-7511.
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The recalled cookies were sold at Whole Foods Market stores in Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma and Texas.
The recalled Mini Chocolate Chip Cookies, which have sell-by dates March 8 through 28, 2012, and the UPC: 2-21485-20399-5, are packaged in small brown paper bags with a clear window and a label on front.
No other best-by dates or products are affected.
The recalled cookies may be returned to Whole Foods Market stores for a full refund. For more information contact Whole Foods Market at 512-542-0878 weekdays between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Central Standard Time.
]]>The problem was discovered during routine FSIS testing. There have been no reports of illness.
The recall involves:
– 16 oz. packages of Southside Market & BBQ Original Beef Sausage, Lot # 065-E
– 16 oz. and 48 oz. packages of Southside Market & BBQ Original Beef Sausage, Lot #’s 065-A, 065-B, 065-C, and 065-D
– 16 oz. packages of Southside Market & BBQ 1882 Hot Recipe Beef Sausage, Lot # 065-D
Case labels or packaging may bear the establishment number EST. 21577 in the USDA Mark of Inspection. The smoked and fully cooked products were produced on March 5, 2012, and distributed to retail warehouses in Texas, as well as through Internet sales to California, Florida, Illinois, Louisiana and Texas.
For more information contact Bryan Bracewell, CEO of Southside Market & BBQ, at 512-285-3407.
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The recalled juices, in 73 mL glass bottles, were distributed in Ontario, Canada and include:
– Aljuice Key Lime Fruit Beverage, UPC 7 74557 40525 9, code BB 2014 JUN 15
– Aljuice Strawberry Kiwi Fruit Beverage, UPC 7 74557 50500 3, code BB 2014 JUN 16
– Aljuice Cranberry-Raspberry Cocktail Fruit Beverage, UPC7 74557 30500 9, code BB 2014 JUN 16
– Aljuice Mango Fruit Beverage, UPC7 74557 90002 0, code BB 2014 JUN 16
– St. Maarten Mangos & Carrots Fruit Beverage, UPC 7 74557 90016 7, code BB 2014 JUN 16
For more information, contact AllJuice Internationalat 416-707-0704 or CFIA at 1-880-442-2342/TTY 1-800-465-7735 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. EST, Monday through Friday.
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The products were distributed in Ontario, Quebec, Nova Scotia, and may have been distributed nationally. All lot codes of the following Koh-Kae brand products are affected by the recall:
(1) Peanuts Shrimp Flavor Coated, 230 grams, UPC 8 852023 665481, (2) Peanuts Shrimp Flavor Coated, 240 grams, 8 852023 665481, (3) Peanuts Shrimp Flavor Coated, 240 grams, 8 852023 665399.
For more information, consumers can contact CFIA at 1-800-442-2342 or TTY 1-800-465-7735 from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. EST, Monday through Friday.
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The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) and New Food Classics are warning the public not to consume certain Best Value beef burgers, described below, because they may be contaminated with E. coli O157:H7.
– 10 beef burgers, 1 kg, UPC 0 71212 88103 8, lot codes 72991 EST 761, 82991 EST 761
– 20 beef burgers, 2 kg, UPC 0 71212 88104, lot codes 53011 EST 761, 63011 EST 761, 73011 EST 761, 83011 EST 761
The recalled burgers were distributed to Giant Tiger and Northern Canada retail stores in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec, Newfoundland and Labrador, Northwest Territories and Nunavut.
For more information contact New Food Classics at 1-855-344-1825 or CFIA at 1-800-442-2342 / TTY 1-800-465-7735 (8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern time, Monday through Friday).
]]>The recalled cookie mix was sold in 400 g packages labeled “Mud Pie” Macaroon Cookie Mix with UPC 7 73353 60077 6 in stores in Alberta, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia and Ontario. All lot codes are affected.
For more information, contact the Canadian Food Inspection Agency at 1-800-442-2342 or 1-800-465-7735 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. EST.
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Because of the labeling error, pine nuts are not listed as an ingredient.
There have been no reported allergic reactions.
Whole Foods is recalling the incorrectly labeled 280 g quiche, which has the UPC 0275184 316999. The quiche was sold from March 1 to 5, 2012 at the Whole Foods Market, Cambie Store, 510 West 8th Avenue, Vancouver, British Columbia.
For more information call one of the following Cambie Whole Foods, Vancouver, at 1-778-370-4210, or CFIA at 1-800-442-2342 / TTY 1-800-465-7735, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern time, Monday through Friday.
]]>The recalled bags of goat feed should have indicated that the feed included Decoquinate, a medicated article for the prevention of coccidiossis that is commonly included in ruminant feed, but which is not approved for lactating goats.
The goat pellets were manufactured at Cargill’s Montgomery, AL facility on Dec. 31, 2011, Feb. 18, 2012, and Feb. 25, 2012 and distributed in five states — Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi and North Carolina.
The recall is for:
– NatureWise Goat Pellet 16, lot code 1MG1365, date code 1MG1DEC31
– NatureWise Goat Pellet 16, lot code 3MG2049, date code 3MG2FEB18
– NatureWise Goat Pellet 16, lot code 1MG2056, date code 1MG2FEB25
The recalled feed – in opened or unopened bags — may be returned to the place of purchase for a full refund or replacement. For more information, including photos of products involved, go to www.cargill.com/feed/goat-feed-recall or call toll free, 1-800-392-5757, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. CST.
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There have been no illnesses reported.
G. Dion Foods of Saint-Jerome, Quebec, is recalling 36 g packages of Dion-brand Organic Curry powder with UPC 6 20383 02007 7, lot codes 02B01G and 12A05G.
The curry was distributed in Quebec and Ontario.
For more information contact G. Dion Foods at 1-877-569-8001 or CFIA at 1-800-442-2342 / TTY 1-800-465-7735, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern time, Monday through Friday.
]]>The company says it has received complaints that the product’s “off odor” has caused infants to spit up or have gastrointestinal issues.
The recalled Gerber Good Start Gentle powdered infant formula is in a 23.2 ounce plastic package from batch GXP1684 with an expiration date of March 5, 2013.
Consumers who have the product with the batch code and expiration date above may contact the Gerber Parents Resource Center at 1-800-487-7763 for replacement. Additionally, Gerber says it is working with retailers to retrieve any remaining product from this batch.
No other Gerber or Gerber Good Start products are involved in the recall.
]]>While they may watch their diets a bit more carefully than others, they’re still at risk, just like the rest of us. According to estimates by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimated that 1 in every 6 Americans gets sick, 128,000 are hospitalized, and 3,000 die of foodborne illnesses each year.
Celebrities are no exception.
Musician Elton John has suffered multiple times from foodborne illness. On Feb. 17 and 18, 2012, he was hit with what was said to be food poisoning prior to his scheduled performances at Caesar’s Palace in Las Vegas and was unable to attend.
In 2010, Sir Elton was affected with a case of food poisoning prior to a performance in Tucson and was forced to postpone concerts in Seattle and Portland, OR.
In 2009, he was hospitalized for E. coli infection. “It was something that I have never had before — a serious E. coli infection which I got from something I ate,” said Sir Elton in an interview with UsMagazine.
William Shatner’s recent Broadway opening, for the former Star Trek actor’s one-man show, was marred by a bout of foodborne illness. On Good Morning America, he said of his return to the New York stage, “I’d love to say I absorbed every second of it but I got food poisoning. So the lack of absorption was really good.”
Last June 13, after a performance on the Tonight show, singer Selena Gomez was rushed to a Los Angeles hospital exhibiting symptoms of a “severe headache and nausea.”
Tests reportedly revealed the problem to be food poisoning and exhaustion. The singer cancelled a performance at the Santa Monica Pier and told reporters at a make-up concert that she was “very malnourished and low on iron and exhausted.” Later, in an interview on Kidd Kraddick’s radio show, she said she “doesn’t eat right. I love everything that’s possibly not good for me.”
Could the hard-charging lifestyles often led by celebrities be a factor that might weaken their immune systems and make them more vulnerable to harmful bacteria?
On June 10, 2011, singer Jennifer Hudson suffered what reportedly was a case of severe food poisoning between appearances on Good Morning America and the Early Show to promote her new album, “I Remember Me.” Hudson complained of “abdominal pain” and was unable to perform.
For musician Lady Gaga, not performing was not an option. During her Monster Ball Tour in 2011, the star refused to cancel her show after she was diagnosed with food poisoning. “I was vomiting backstage during the changes. Nobody knew,” said Gaga in an interview with Vogue magazine. “I just Jedi mind-tricked my body. ‘You will not vomit onsatge.’ I certainly wouldn’t want [the audience] them to think I had something so ordinary as food poisoning.”
Singer-songwriter-actress Katy Perry, however, was not able to go on during a tour in July 2011,‘ when “an attack of food poisoning leading to severe dehydration” forced her to bow out of two performances in Chicago and St. Paul.
Although he may be well-versed in the ways of magic, even Harry Potter is susceptible to foodborne illness. In 2010, actor Daniel Radcliffe became very ill on a flight to New York. Radcliffe was hospitalized for two days and treated for dehydration.
Actress-singer Mandy Moore was hit with a bout of poisoning in January 2011, which she attributed to fish. Moore tweeted, ‘”Food poisoning is the worst. It will be a long time before I can even look at a piece of fish.”
In January this year, singer Miranda Lambert suffered from a severe sickness supposedly due to a shrimp dish and took several days to recover. “Food poisoning… Take this. That was a near death experience. No more shrimp for me,” tweeted Lambert on January 8.
But do these stars actually know what made them ill? While it is a common perception that the last food item ingested is what caused illness, this is often not the case.
According to STOP Foodborne Illness, adverse reactions can be caused by food eaten a few hours ago, a few days ago, a few weeks ago, or even a few months ago. The length of time between when one eats something and when one gets sick — called the incubation period — can vary depending on the pathogen in contaminated food, but it’s often at least a full day.
The incubation period for norovirus, for example, is usually between 24 and 48 hours after exposure. More than half of all foodborne disease outbreaks in the U.S. can be attributed to noroviruses.
For Salmonella illnesses, the time from eating a contaminated food to the beginning of symptoms is typically one to three days, sometimes longer. For E. coli infection, the incubation time is three to four days.
While foodborne illnesses may just appear to be a temporary inconvenience — what many people incorrectly call “stomach flu” — some can result in long-term health problems, including diabetes or high blood pressure. Though young children, the elderly, pregnant women, and those with weakened immune systems are more at risk than the general population, any one is susceptible to coming down with foodborne illness.
If you think you have contracted a foodborne illness, contact your doctor, ask for a stool analysis, and try to remain hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids.
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Julia Thomas and Olivia Marler, student reporters from Bainbridge Island, WA, co-authored this report.
]]>The recalled products contain fish and soy, which are not listed on the label.
There have been no reports of allergic reactions.
The recall is for:
– Crispy Vegetable & Yam Spring Rolls & Sauce, variable weight (500 to 650 g), UPC8 13006 00008 6. Fish and soy are unlisted ingredients.
– Vietnamese Crispy Spring Rolls & Sauce, variable weight (500 to 650 g), UPC 8 13006 00009 3. Fish is an unlisted ingredient.
For more information contact the manufacturer, Gold Phoenix Asian Food of Royston, BC, 1-250-338-3881
]]>The company has received two reports of consumers cutting their mouths on broken glass.
The recall is for:
– Goya: UPC 041331040068; lot codes12/01/13, 12/08/13, 12/27/13, 12/28/13, 12/29/13, 01/06/13
– Great Value: UPC 681131762793, lot codes 1/05/13, 1/06/13
– Hatuey: UPC 080480594909, lot codes 12/21/13, 12/22/13, 01/06/13, 01/07/13
– Mr. Special: UPC 008254820702, lot codes 11/30/13, 12/01/13, 12/08/,1 2/09/13
– Polar: UPC 7591446006785 and 7591446006761
lot codes 11/30/12, 12/22/12, 1 2/23/12, 12/29/12, 12/30/12, 01/03/1, 01/04/13
– Publix: UPC 041415109360, lot codes 11/28/13, 12/09/13, 12/27/13
– Regal: UPC 082502738889, lot codes 12/01/13, 12/09/13, 12/27/13, 12/28/13
– SuperMax: UPC 870906000691, lot code 12/09/13
The lot codes are printed on the bottles above the label. Go here to see photos of the recalled bottles.
The Florida Brewery distributed the recalled 7-oz Goya, Great Value, Hatuey, Mr. Special, Polar, Publix, Regal and SuperMax brand malta beverages in Florida, Texas, Georgia, California and Puerto Rico from Dec. 8, 2011 to Feb. 1, 2012.
The recalled bottles of malta beverage can be returned to the place of purchase for a full refund, product replacement, coupon or product credit.
For more information call the Florida Brewery’s consumer hotline at 1-866-872-8860 weekdays from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. EST and weekends from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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There have been no reports of adverse reactions.
The recall is for:
– 10.5-lb cases of 28 count, 6 oz. “ELLISON MEAT COMPANY BEEF SIRLOIN TOP BUTT STEAK, CAP OFF, NO ROLL, MARINATED,” with an identifying case code of 62149.
– 10-lb cases of 16 count, 10 oz. “ELLISON MEAT COMPANY BEEF SIRLOIN TOP BUTT STEAK CAP OFF / TENDERIZED WITH FICIN & BROMELAIN,” with an identifying case code of 62151.
The recalled products bear the establishment number “EST. 15805” inside the USDA mark of inspection. These products were produced between Jan. 1, 2011 and Sept. 7, 2011, and were distributed for institutional use in Montana, North Dakota and Texas.
For more information contact the company’s Vice President of Supply Chain, Russ Sjoquist, at 763-497-3913.
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The recalled “Torta de Pan” was sold in a 16 ounce, clear plastic bag with date codes 02/15/12 and before and was distributed to supermarkets and delis in Washington DC, Maryland, Virginia, New Jersey and New York.
JKS Wholesale SVCS, says it has worked with the bakery to correct the label.
For more information contact JKS Wholesale from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 571-265-8991 or 516-610-5710.
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No illnesses have been reported.
Routine sample testing on Jan. 9, 2012 revealed the presence of Salmonella in the alfalfa sprouts, Leasa Industries said in its recall notice. The company said it is working with the Florida Department of Agriculture and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to investigate the problem.
Meanwhile, Mary Kellmanson, Winn-Dixie’s group vice president of marketing, said in the grocery chain’s alert, “While the mandatory recall involves only the LEASA Living Alfalfa Sprouts, for the safety of our guests, Winn-Dixie is taking extra precaution to immediately pull all potentially exposed LEASA branded sprouts from our shelves.”
Leasa’s recall is of Leasa Living Alfalfa Sprouts in 6 oz. clear plastic containers with a UPC code of 75465-55912 and an expiration date of 2/1/12.
Winn-Dixie is also recalling:
Product UPC Code Size
– LEASA Broccoli Sprouts 7546555636 4 oz.
– LEASA Gourmet Sprouts 7546555633 6 oz.
– LEASA Spicy Sprouts 7546555635 6 oz.
– LEASA Onion Sprouts 7546555634 6 oz.
The recalled sprouts were distributed in Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Louisiana and Mississippi through retail stores and food service companies from Jan. 4 though Jan. 8, 2012.
Consumers should discard the sprouts in a sealed garbage container.
Winn-Dixie says to receive a refund present proof of purchase through a receipt or the product packaging label.For more information, contact the Winn-Dixie Guest Service Center toll free at 1.866.WINN-DIXIE (866.946.6349).
Or contact Leasa Industries at 800-362-7669, Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST.
Salmonella 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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Ryt-way Industries is recalling select sunflower seeds because they may contain soy ingredients that were not declared on the packaging.
No adverse reactions have been reported. People who are allergic to soy should not eat the product.
The recall is of BIGS ® Dill Pickle Sunflower Seeds packaged in 5.35 oz. plastic bags with best-by dates of 08DEC2012 and 09DEC2012 and the UPC code 896887002202.
The sunflower seeds were distributed nationwide in supermarkets, convenience stores and U.S. military commissaries.
Consumers who are allergic to soy can return the sunflower seeds to the place of purchase for a full refund. For more information contact 1-866-209-0985.
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