The FDA reported that Roland Foods, LLC (New York, New York) recalled a specific production code of Roland® Tahini (100% Ground Sesame Seeds) 16 oz. because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. Retail stores and food service outlets distributed the product to many states. Roland Foods distributed the product from September 2023 through January 2024. Roland Foods has received no reports of illness related to the recalled product. The recall resulted from a routine sampling program by the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, which revealed that the product tested positive for Salmonella. The company has ceased product distribution and initiated an investigation in partnership with the manufacturer as to the root cause of the problem. @ https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/roland-foods-llc-recalls-rolandr-tahini-100-ground-sesame-seeds-16-oz-because-possible-health-risk
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Roland Foods, LLC (“Roland Foods”) of New York, New York is recalling a specific production code of Roland® Tahini (100% Ground Sesame Seeds) 16 oz. because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children,
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The FDA and CDC published an update on investigating the multistate outbreak of E. coli O157:H7. They recommend that people do not eat, sell, or serve RAW FARM-brand Raw Cheddar cheese made by RAW FARM, LLC, of Fresno, CA. 78% of sick people reported eating RAW FARM-brand Raw Cheddar cheese, which continues to show these cheeses are the likely source of this outbreak. As of February 28, 2024, a total of 11 confirmed infections have been reported from five states, including CA (4), CO (3), NJ (1), TX (1), and UT (2). Whole genome sequencing analysis of E. coli isolates from ill people shows they are all closely related genetically. Five patients have been hospitalized; two developed hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS). Health officials in CO, CA, and UT have collected various RAW FARM-brand products for testing, including Raw Milk, Raw Butter, Raw Cheddar cheese, and Raw Kefir. So far, no product samples have detected E. coli. While E. coli has not been found in product samples, epidemiologic evidence shows that RAW FARM-brand Raw Cheddar cheese made by RAW FARM, LLC is the likely source of this outbreak. In response to this investigation, on February 16, 2024, RAW FARM, LLC initiated a recall of certain lots of RAW FARM-brand Raw Cheddar cheese currently within shelf life. On February 26, 2024, RAW FARM, LLC withdrew their voluntary recall. @ https://www.fda.gov/food/outbreaks-foodborne-illness/outbreak-investigation-e-coli-o157h7-raw-cheddar-cheese-february-2024?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery
Do not eat, sell, or serve RAW FARM-brand Raw Cheddar Cheese. FDA’s investigation is ongoing.
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CORE update of February 29, 2024: the CORE list of outbreaks and adverse events includes three activity cases. For the outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 linked to raw cheddar cheese (ref #1215), the FDA has initiated a traceback. The advisory has been updated to include additional recalls for the outbreak of Listeria monocytogenes linked to queso fresco and cotija cheese (ref #1214). In the investigation of elevated lead & chromium levels in cinnamon applesauce pouches (ref #1198), the advisory has been updated to include that as of February 23, the CDC has received reports of 111 confirmed cases, 320 probable cases, and 37 suspected cases for a total of 468 cases from 44 different states. @ https://www.fda.gov/food/outbreaks-foodborne-illness/investigations-foodborne-illness-outbreaks?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery
The following is a list of outbreak and adverse event investigations primarily being managed by FDA’s CORE Response Teams.
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The FDA reported that Rico Brand (Salt Lake City, Utah) recalled Ready-to-eat Enchiladas made with Queso Fresco containing cheese as part of the voluntary recall from Rizo-Lopez Foods, Inc. due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. Rico Enchiladas were distributed in northern Utah Supermarkets (Smith’s, Harmons, Macey’s The Store, and Fresh Markets). Recalled products include Cheese Enchiladas with Red 4/pkg, Cheese Enchiladas with Green 4/pkg, Chicken Enchilada with Rice & Beans/Green, and Chicken Enchilada with Mole, Rice & Beans. They are packaged in a Deep Meal tray – Plant Fiber – Film 800. No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with these products. @ https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/rico-brand-recalls-enchilada-trays-due-possible-listeria-monocytogenes-contamination?permalink=D26F1F3A8CB6BB6742BBB6D639EA593F2831BF43B501FDC0659CC5CBD2D6B24D
Rico Brand of Salt Lake City, Utah is voluntary recalling Ready-to-eat Enchiladas made with Queso Fresco containing cheese as part of the voluntary recall from Rizo-Lopez Foods, Inc. due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal i