The CDC reported that as of February 8, 2024, 26 people were infected with the outbreak strain of Listeria. 23 were hospitalized, and 2 died. The CDC investigated some outbreaks connected to queso...
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BlogThe source of decade-long Listeria outbreaks was identified as cheeses manufactured by Rizo Lopez Foods
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In the newsAmy’s Kitchen Enchilada Verde Whole Meal was recalled due to Listeria monocytogenes
Amy’s Kitchen Enchilada Verde Whole Meal is being recalled due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination. It was made with cheese from Rizo Lopez Foods, according to a Publix website notice. Some Rizo Lopez products are ...
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In the newsFSIS Issued a Public Health Alert for ground beef due to E. coli O157:H7 Contamination
On April 20, 2024 – USDA/ FSIS issued a health alert for ground beef products that may be contaminated with E. coli O157:H7. A recall was not requested because the products are no longer available. The raw ground beef ...
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BlogThe outbreak of Salmonella in cantaloupes October-November 2023
The 2023 outbreak of Salmonella in cantaloupes hit the US and Canada in October 2023. It caused 5 deaths in the US and 6 in Canada. As of December 15, 2023, there were...
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In the newsInfinite Herbs expands recall of fresh organic basil to Include Melissa’s Brand Organic Basil received by Illinois and Missouri retailer
The FDA reported that on April 19, 2024Infinite Herbs LLC (Miami, Florida) expanded its April 18th recall to include Melissa's brand fresh organic basil in 2.0 oz ( 96 packages, UPC 0 45255 14142 9) and 4.0 oz packages (24 p...
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In the newsOutbreak investigation of Salmonella in organic Basil (April 2024)
The FDA reported that with the CDC, state and local partners are investigating illnesses in a multistate outbreak of Salmonella Typhimurium infections linked to Infinite Herbs-brand organic basil packed in 2.5-oz clamshell p...