The FDA, CDC, and state and local partners are investigating a multistate outbreak of Listeria monocytogenes infections linked to Dole packaged leafy greens. As of December 22, 2021, 16 people infected with the outbreak strain of Listeria monocytogenes have been reported from 13 states (IA, ID, MD, MI, MN, NC, NV, OH, OR, PA, TX, UT, WI). Illnesses started from August 16, 2014, to October 17, 2021 (one case occurred in 2014, and the remaining cases occurred between 2018 and 2021). In October 2021, the Georgia Department of Agriculture collected a product sample that tested positive for Listeria monocytogenes. As a result, Dole initiated a recall in October 2021. WGS analysis in December 2021 showed that the Listeria monocytogenes in the product sample matched the outbreak strain. The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development also recently initiated retail sampling of Dole products. One product containing lettuce from the Dole facility in Yuma, AZ, tested positive for Listeria monocytogenes. WGS analysis showed that the Listeria monocytogenes in the product sample also match the outbreak strain. In response to the sample analyses and the ongoing outbreak investigation, Dole has agreed to voluntarily suspend operations at the Bessemer City, NC, facility and Yuma, AZ, facility and has voluntarily recalled all products and brands from those facilities. @ https://www.fda.gov/food/outbreaks-foodborne-illness/outbreak-investigation-listeria-monocytogenes-dole-packaged-salad-december-2021?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery
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Do not eat, sell, or serve recalled Dole packaged salads; FDA investigation ongoing
The FDA reported that HAIFA SMOKED FISH (Jamaica, NY) recalled approximately 230 LB OF TURBOT COLD SMOKED 8 OZ PACKAGES LOT # 246 because it can be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. The product was distributed to New York and New Jersey retail stores. The product is packaged in clear plastic with a gold board containing sliced Turbot fish with a blue label that reads “Haifa Smoked Fish & Caviar Turbot Cold Smoked” Net wt. 8 oz/227g. No illnesses have been reported up to date. The recall resulted from a routine sampling program by the New York State Department of Agriculture which revealed that the finished product is contained with Listeria monocytogenes. Haifa Smoked Fish ceased distribution of the TURBOT COLD SMOKED 8 OZ Lot # 246. @ https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/haifa-smoked-fish-inc-recalls-turbot-cold-smoked-8-oz-package-lot-246-because-possible-health-risk?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery
HAIFA SMOKED FISH of Jamaica, NY is recalling approximately 230 LB OF TURBOT COLD SMOKED 8 OZ PACKAGES LOT # 246, because it has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly peop
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December 20, 2021-The FDA announced that Fresh Express Incorporated (Orlando, Florida) recalled an estimated 23 varieties of Fresh Express branded Salads and Salad Kits produced at the company’s Streamwood, Illinois facility because the product has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. Recalled salad items were distributed through retailers in the Northeast and Midwest regions of the United States and distributors and retailers in Canada. US distribution includes the states of CT, IA, IL, IN, KY, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, ND, NH, NJ, NY, OH, PA, RI, WI. Canadian distribution includes the provinces of Ontario and Manitoba. The recall was necessitated when the Michigan Department of Agriculture received a positive result for Listeria monocytogenes in a random sample test of a single package of Fresh Express 9 oz. Sweet Hearts salad mix. The CDC has reported 10 illnesses, 10 hospitalizations, and one death associated with the product. The isolated strain of Listeria monocytogenes detected in the Michigan Department of Agriculture sample is similar to the strain isolated from the beginning in 2016 to the present. @ https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/fresh-express-announces-recall-fresh-salad-products-due-potential-health-risk?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery
Fresh Express is recalling certain varieties of its branded and private label salad products produced at the company’s Streamwood, Illinois facility because the product has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. This organism can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in
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According to the CFIA, Fraser Valley Meats (British Columbia) has recalled Whole Kernel Corn (frozen) products from the Canadian marketplace due to suspected Salmonella contamination. Fraser Valley Meats branded Frozen Whole Kernel Corn was sold in two (2) kilogram bags between December 3, 2021, and December 15, 2021. This recall was triggered by findings by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency during its investigation into a foodborne illness outbreak. The recalled product has been sold in British Columbia. @ https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/fraser-valley-meats-brand-whole-kernel-corn-frozen-recalled-due-salmonella
