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 newsK-Fresh Enoki Mushroom recalled in Canada due to Listeria monocytogenes
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) reported that Kam Ding Investment Ltd. recalls K-Fresh brand enoki mushrooms due to possible Listeria contamination. The affected mushrooms were sold in 200-gram packages in British...
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In the newsEl Chilar Rodriguez issued a recall of El Chilar Ground Cinnamon “Canela Molida” due to elevated lead levels
El Chilar Rodriguez LLC of Apopka, FL, is recalling 127 cases (12 bags/case) of El Chilar Ground Cinnamon "Canela Molida" (1.25 oz bag) because it may contain traces of lead. The product was distributed by La Raza LLC (8795 ...
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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 newsInvestigation of elevated lead & chromium levels in Cinnamon Applesauce pouches
The FDA has reviewed 90 confirmed complaints/reports of adverse events potentially linked to recalled products. The CDC’s National Center for Environmental Health is conducting case finding efforts in collaboration wit...
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In the newsCORE update of March 13, 2024
CORE update of March 13, 2024: the CORE list of outbreaks and adverse events includes three activity cases. The only update is for the investigation of elevated lead & chromium levels in cinnamon applesauce pouches (ref ...