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In Canada, MAPAQ is warning not to consume various tofu prepared products due to Bacillus cereus and generic E. coli

On August 21, 2024, the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPAQ), in collaboration with the Food Inspection Division of the City of Montreal and the company Les aliments Wah Hoa (4800, rue Saint-Ambroise, in Montreal) advised the public not to consume the tofu products FRIED TOFU, SOFT TOFU, and PRESSED TOFU, because they are likely to contain Bacillus cereus or generic E. coli. The products sold refrigerated until August 20, 2024, in several establishments in Quebec. No cases of illness associated with consuming these foods have been reported to MAPAQ to date.@ https://www.quebec.ca/nouvelles/actualites/details/mise-a-jour-avis-de-ne-pas-consommer-diverses-varietes-de-tofu-preparees-et-vendues-par-lentreprise-les-aliments-wah-hoa-57816

 

MISE EN GARDE À LA POPULATION QUÉBEC, le 21 août 2024 /CNW/ – Le communiqué de rappel d’aliments diffusé le 20 août 2024 a été mis à jour puisque des lots de produits supplémentaires sont visés par le rappel. Le ministère de l’Agriculture, des Pêcheries…

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Core updare August 21

CORE update of August 21, 2024: the CORE list of outbreaks and adverse events includes seven activities. A new outbreak of Listeria monocytogenes illnesses (ref #1247) not linked to any identified product has been added to the table. There are a total of 3 cases, and FDA has initiated traceback. For the outbreak of Cyclospora cayetanensis illnesses (ref #1245) linked to an unidentified product, the case count has increased from 21 to 35. FDA has initiated an inspection and sampling. For the outbreak of Salmonella Newport (ref #1248) linked to an unidentified product, the case count has increased from 3 to 4. FDA has initiated an inspection. For the outbreak of Cyclospora cayetanensis (ref #1237), FDA has initiated sampling. The outbreak of Salmonella Irumu (ref #1235) has ended, and the FDA’s investigation has closed. CDC, FDA, and state and local partners conducted epidemiologic and traceback investigations and identified mangoes as the source of illnesses in this outbreak. FDA collected and analyzed product samples as part of the investigation, but all samples were reported as negative for Salmonella. Due to the lack of additional supporting evidence, investigators could not determine a specific contamination source while the outbreak was considered ongoing. This outbreak is over. All products have passed shelf life and are no longer on the market. There is no ongoing risk to public health. The advisory has been updated to include updated sample results for the investigation of illnesses (ref #1233) linked to Diamond Shruumz-brand Chocolate Bars, Cones, and Gummies. The outbreak has a total of 145 illnesses, 59 hospitalizations, and potential 2 death in 29 states (AL (4), AZ (11), CA (3), CO (1), FL (6), GA (23), IN (8), IA (5), KS (5), KY (11), MD (2), MN (3), MO (1), MT (3), NV (2), NJ (2), NY (1), NC (17), ND (3), OK (1), OR (1), PA (2), SC (7), SD (1), TN (9), TX (7), VA (3), WA (2), and WI (1)),  @ 

 

 

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Gutierrez distributor recalls El Servidor Corp ground cinnamon due to elevated lead levels

The FDA reported that Gutierrez Distributor (Passaic, NJ) is recalling El Servidor Corp brand ground cinnamon because it can potentially be contaminated with elevated lead levels. El Servidor Corp ground cinnamon was distributed to retail stores in New York starting on January 14, 2024. The product comes in a 1.5-ounce clear plastic bag. The recall resulted from a sample analysis conducted by the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets (NYSAGM) that revealed the product contained elevated lead levels. The company has ceased producing and distributing the product as the FDA and the company continue investigating what caused the problem. @ https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/gutierrez-distributor-recalls-el-servidor-corp-ground-cinnamon-because-possible-health-risk?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery

 

 

The CDC reported that small turtles, illegally sold as pets, are causing Salmonella illnesses in young kids

Federal law bans selling and distributing turtles with shells less than 4 inches long as pets because they have caused many illnesses, especially in young children. Despite the ban, these turtles are sold illegally online, at stores, flea markets, and roadside stands. Pet turtles of any size can carry Salmonella in their droppings. The CDC reported that small turtles in a recent outbreak caused 51 illnesses and 23 hospitalizations in 21 states. According to the CDC, sick people develop infections from two types of Salmonella: Salmonella Stanley and Salmonella Poona. @ https://www.cdc.gov/salmonella/turtles-08-24/index.html

 

 

CDC: Salmonella Outbreaks Linked to Small Turtles

Get the most up-to-date outbreak information here.