Jacobina Biscuits --melamine Recalled

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- October 29, 2008 -- Everlasting Distributors Inc., Bayonne NJ is initiating a nationwide recall of all their 3.88oz (110gm) packages of Fresh and Crispy Jacobina Biscuits because it may be contaminated with Melamine.

Consumers who have the product which is being recalled should stop using it immediately. If consumers have questions about possible health risks, they should contact their doctor.

Product was distributed nationwide in Asian Grocery stores.

The product comes in 3.88oz (110 gm) blue and red color clear plastic package, labeled “JACOBINA”.

No illnesses associated with this product have been reported to date.

Safe food handling ALERT raw pork warning

SEATTLE -- A ground-breaking investigation by the KOMO Problem Solvers has found toxic, life-threatening Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA) bacteria in some pork you might buy at grocery stores.

So the Problem Solvers, along with our network of stations in Washington, Idaho, Oregon and California did our own testing. At stores around the region, we purchased 97 packages, divided between ground pork and pork cutlets. We sent all the samples to IEH Laboratories, a USDA-certified lab in Seattle.

The scientists followed standard testing protocols and found MRSA in three different samples; all were ground pork. The positive samples were from purchases made in Oregon, California and Idaho -- three of the four states where we tested.

"The interesting situation here," said Samadpour, "is that now we have something that you would worry about in terms of wound infections in foods."

Like most other bacteria, MRSA will die if it's thoroughly cooked. But unlike E. coli or salmonella, MRSA causes skin infections, so just touching raw pork that has the bacteria could be a problem, according to both Samadpour and Goldburg.
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Nature's Fair Restaurant Plainville NY Salmonella

Plainville’s Natures Fair Restaurant in Cicero, New York is closed until next Friday following a salmonella outbreak in which 20 people, including an employee, fell ill. The outbreak began in mid-August and has continued through October 19. Some of those who fell ill were hospitalized.

While the restaurant is closed, owner Mark Bitz says it will clean the place top to bottom, test their employees, and also review its practices. Onondaga County Health Commissioner Doctor Cynthia Morrow says she is not certain from where the salmonella originated, but noted that, “We do know that a similar strain, not an identical strain, but a similar strain was found in Minnesota turkeys. We believe that it’s most likely associated with the turkeys but we don’t know that yet,” said Morrow. Morrow said that she expects a few more cases. Salmonella is often linked with turkeys, but health officials cannot confirm that turkeys are to blame in this case

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Ecoli cases in Evergreen, Col no source ID'd

DENVER -- Eight children, between the ages of 4 and 12, have tested positive for the same Escherichia coli bacteria but officials don't know the connection.
Denver Channel 7 news

The children live, or have been, in the Evergreen area but don't attend the same school, a health official told 7NEWS Friday morning.

Two of the children remain hospitalized as a result of infections from the potentially deadly bacteria.

State and County health officials are investigating deer or elk droppings, along with other behaviors in the Evergreen area where the children might have all come in contact.

The first infection case involving the O157: H7 strain was reported in July and the last case was reported on Oct. 22, health officials said. That strain of E. coli cause disease by making a toxin called Shiga toxin.

From the Denver Post
"State and local health officials are investigating possible sources of exposure, including deer and elk droppings, as well as common behaviors, activities, foods and drinks.

"We are doing a comprehensive investigation," said Gayle Miller, an epidemiologist with the Jefferson County Department of Health and Environment. "We don't have a smoking gun. We don't know yet what the source is."

The children, ages 4 to 12, do not attend the same school, but they live or have been in the Evergreen area, Miller said. Six of the cases are in Jefferson County, and two are in adjacent counties. Miller would not identify those counties.

An 11-year-old girl has been in Children's Hospital since Monday, her grandmother said Thursday.

Niagra-On-The-Lake, NY Ecoli UPDATE

The outbreak has closed two local restaurants - Little Red Rooster in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ont., and M.T. Bellies in Welland Ont., - and it appears a third or more sources could be affected as well.

Second Niagara restaurant closes over E. coli concerns
Mike Barber, Canwest News Service
Published: Wednesday, October 29, 2008

As the number E. coli cases and questions in the Niagara region continue to mount, the area health authority said Wednesday that time and patience are needed before answers are found.

Twenty-three people in the southern Ontario area infected with E. coli are currently being investigated by Niagara Region Public Health, eight of whom have been confirmed to have E. coli 0157: H7, said Dr. Doug Sider, NRPH's associate medical officer of health.

Mars Pet Food Special Kitty Gourmet Walmart recall

Mars Petcare US Issues Voluntary Recall of a Limited Number of Bags of SPECIAL KITTY® Gourmet Sold at Wal-Mart locations in Fifteen States due to Potential Salmonella Contamination

Contact:
Debra Fair
MARS PETCARE US
(973) 691-3536

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- FRANKLIN, Tenn. – October 27, 2008 – Mars Petcare US today announced a voluntary recall of a limited number of bags of SPECIAL KITTY® Gourmet Blend dry cat food sold at Wal-Mart locations in Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, North Carolina, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Virginia, Vermont, and West Virginia. The pet food is being voluntarily recalled following a positive test result indicating a potential contamination with Salmonella.

This product should not be sold or fed to pets. Pet owners should dispose of product in a safe manner (example, a securely covered trash receptacle) and return the empty bag to the store where purchased for a full refund.


By: PR Newswire
Oct. 27, 2008 03:32 PM


FRANKLIN, Tenn., Oct. 27 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Mars Petcare US today announced a voluntary recall of a limited number of bags of SPECIAL KITTY(R) Gourmet Blend dry cat food sold at Wal-Mart locations in Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, North Carolina, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Virginia, Vermont, and West Virginia. The pet food is being voluntarily recalled following a positive test result indicating a potential contamination with Salmonella.

Niagra-On-The-Lake, NY Ecoli , Little Red Rooster

Sunday, October 26, 2008
Public health searching for cause of E. coli cases

Public health searching for cause of E. coli cases
Two confirmed cases, three more suspected in Niagara
Posted By JOHN ROBBINS / Review Staff Writer
Updated 45 mins ago


Public health officials are trying to pinpoint the source of a food-borne E. coli outbreak in Niagara.

So far, there are two confirmed and three suspected cases of the potentially serious infection.

Four of the five cases have been linked to food consumed at the Little Red Rooster, a Niagara-on-the-Lake eatery. The restaurant, which is located at 271 Mary St., was voluntarily closed by its owners on Friday.

Dr. Robin Williams, Niagara Region's medical officer of health issued a public advisory Saturday, appealing for anyone with symptoms of E. coli poisoning – such as bloody diarrhea and severe abdominal pain – to come forward in hopes that new information will assist in determining the source.

The nature of incident has prompted public health to broaden its search, including the investigation of other food establishments and distributors, said Glen Hudgin, manager of environmental health.

“The process basically is to find out from the persons who have been ill what their food history is for the last number of days," Hudgin told The Niagara Falls Review, Sunday. "That means that we have in fact gone out to a number of different food premises within the region to look at those facilities and to collect food samples from the items those people would have had in their meals.”

Portland Shellfish Co. Inc, Recalls Claw Island Brand Lobster Claw and Knuckle Meat

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- October 21, 2008 -- Portland Shellfish Co., Inc., South Portland, Maine is voluntarily recalling Frozen, Cooked -Claw Island brand Lobster Claw and Knuckle Meat, Lot 25508, packaged in 2 lb bags, 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 people, and others with weakened immune systems. Although healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, Listeria infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- October 21, 2008 -- Portland Shellfish Co., Inc., South Portland, Maine is voluntarily recalling Frozen, Cooked -Claw Island brand Lobster Claw and Knuckle Meat, Lot 25508, packaged in 2 lb bags, 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 people, and others with weakened immune systems. Although healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, Listeria infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women.

The product was distributed to Pagano's Inc., 142 Water Street, Norwalk, CT and further distributed to restaurants.

The product is identified as K Maine Lobster Meat, packed by Portland Shellfish Co., South Portland, Maine. Each master carton contains 6/2 lb bags of claw and knuckle meat, Lot code 25508 and expiration date March 12, 2010.

The recall was initiated after it was discovered through random testing that the product tested positive for Listeria monocytogenes. Consequently, we are recalling this lot from the market. Other lots are not involved. The company is continuing testing and has to date not discovered any other Listeria issues.

LA Salmonella Outbreak Volunteers of America

2 Dozen Head Start Kids Poisoned By Salmonella
Reporting
Serene Branson
NORTH HOLLYWOOD (CBS) ― County Health Officials tell CBS 2 and KCAL 9 that there have been at least two dozen confirmed cases of salmonella poisoning -- including two hospitalizations -- stemming from the Volunteers of America Central Kitchen in North Hollywood.

Communicable disease doctors have pinpointed the kitchen for the outbreak which has sickened nearly 30 people including teachers and students who eat food prepared from the kitchen.

SE IOWA Ecoli Now 4 cases no source determined

Update

The Hawk Eye

published online: 10/23/2008
Four E.coli cases confirmed in region
By DARCIE HOENIG

dhoenig@thehawkeye.com

Four cases of E. coli have now been confirmed in the region over the last week.

On Wednesday, the Hancock County (Ill.) Health Department learned from the Illinois Department of Public Health that lab results confirmed the existence of the E. coli bacteria in a case reported as "possible" last week.

Nonna's Real Italiana Cuccine Great New Orleans

Artichokes

Contact:
Ruby Lovecchio
214-535-7630

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- October 22, 2008 -- Nonna's Real Italiana Cuccine of Slidell, LA is recalling the following Nonna's Real Italiana Cuccine brand products:

* Stuffed Artichokes, Net Wt. 15 oz.

This product is being recalled because it contains milk, soy, and wheat that was distributed in packaging that does not reveal the presence of these ingredients. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk, soy, or wheat run the risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

Fulton City Boil Water Alert Lifted

Wednesday, October 22, 2008

Fulton boil water advisory lifted
Updated: 10/22/2008 03:25 PM
By: Web Staff

FULTON, N.Y. -- The city of Fulton has lifted its boil water advisory. Officials say a second round of tests came back clean after traces of E-coli were detected in the water this weekend.

In all, 37 samples were taken at various sites across the city. All tested negative for the bacteria.

The end to the advisory means residents and businesses can go back to using the water as they normally would.

Harry and David recall moose munch -pecan allergy

Contact:
Mr. Bill Ihle EVP, Corporate Relations
541 864-2145 (Media Calls Only)

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- October 22, 2008 -- Harry and David, of Medford, Oregon, is voluntarily recalling approximately 400 1 lb. 4 oz. boxes labeled Harry & David Moose Munch Confection, Milk Chocolate Gingerbread because the package may contain a different Moose Munch product which contains pecans not declared on the ingredient statement. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to pecans run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.

Fulton City (NY) BOIL WATER ALERT update

Valley Newsreel: Oct. 22, 2008

Andrew Henderson 10-22-2008


City of Fulton boil-water advisory extended through today (Wednesday)

The City of Fulton issued a boil water advisory Saturday after bacteria was found in the city’s water supply. The advisory was extended at least through Wednesday.

The low level of bacteria was found in the Sixth Ward during the regularly scheduled flushing of the hydrants.

Under the advisory, residents on the city’s water system are advised not to drink water from the tap. Any tap water used for cooking, drinking, washing dishes, brushing teeth, or making ice should first be brought to a rolling boil for at least one minute before it is used.

Snohomish ecoli UPDATE

KIROTVPOSTED: 2:18 pm PDT October 21, 2008
UPDATED: 4:41 pm PDT October 21, 2008
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash. -- A Lake Stevens restaurant is likely the source of an E. coli illness that sickened 13 Snohomish County residents, said Suzanne Pate of the Snohomish Health District.

Out of 17 total cases, interviews with 13 of them concluded that the Ixtapa restaurant at 303 91St. Ave. NE in Lake Stevens was probably the exposure site, Pate said.

One case has not yet been interviewed, and three other ill people did not eat at the restaurant, Pate said.

The restaurant owner voluntarily closed the restaurant at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday after investigators reported their findings. He said he would work with the Snohomish Health District to resolve potential food safety issues, Pate said. more

Fulton City (NY) BOIL WATER ALERT update

Fulton Waiting For Water Sample Results
Written by: Nicole Reome on Oct 21, 2008 at 8:48 am

Fulton Water Works Superintendent John Florek continues to collect water samples around the city today while he waits for the results of samples collected Monday. Florek says he suspects that test results will show that a sample taken from a small Fulton car dealership that tested positive for E. coli bacteria was an isolated incident. If that is confirmed, Florek said that a boil water advisory that has been in place since Saturday could be lifted by Wednesday afternoon.

Update Snohomish County 14 E. coli cases.

Health investigators in Snohomish County are looking for a link in 14 E. coli cases. Investigators are trying to find if there's a single source of the bacteria.
By Justin Arnold
Herald Writer
"Public health in Snohomish County is working to solve this disease puzzle," Goldbaum said. "No single source is jumping out at us from the preliminary investigation. However, we learn more with each interview and each lab test." more

SE IOWA Ecoli cases no source determined

Iowa health officials report third case of E. coli

Associated Press
9:06 AM CDT, October 21, 2008

BURLINGTON, Iowa - Southeast Iowa health officials have confirmed a third case of a virulent type of E. coli in the region.

The latest case involving the bacteria was confirmed Monday by the Des Moines County Health Department. In Lee County last week, health officials confirmed two cases.

The Iowa Department of Public Health says it has not determined the source of the illnesses.

Across the border in Hancock County, Ill., another possible case of E. coli was reported last Wednesday, but remained unconfirmed by state health officials.

Recalled cookies found in Conn.

HARTFORD, Conn. -- Cookies tainted with melamine have been found on store shelves in Connecticut, according to the Department of Consumer Protection.

Department commissioner Jerry Farrell Jr. said that Koala's March cookies, which had been recalled by distributor Lotte USA, were found on store shelves on Friday.

Lotte USA recently issued a recall of the cookies, produced in China, because they may be contaminated with melamine.

Agency inspectors said tests performed by the Connecticut Agriculture Experiment Station Laboratory found melamine above allowable levels in the food.

Fulton City (NY) BOIL WATER ALERT update

From News10
Sunday, October 19, 2008

Boil water advisory remains in effect in Fulton at least until Wednesday
Updated: 10/19/2008 06:36 PM
By: Web Staff

FULTON, N.Y. -- Water officials in Fulton say it will be at least until Wednesday before they lift the boil water advisory. read more

Fulton, NY - Residents of the city of Fulton are being told to boil their water until at least Tuesday, Fulton police said today.

The boil water order was called for today after a test found bacteria through routine testing, Thomas Kenyon, a Fulton city councilor, said.

The city's Department of Public Works was flushing hydrants during the day, Kenyon said. The city tests water coming from the hydrants during the flushing, he said.


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Boil Water Order Issued In Fulton
Written by: Nicole Reome on Oct 18, 2008 at 4:50 pm

UPDATED: The City of Fulton has issued a Boil Water order effective immediately, through at least Tuesday. Under the advisory, residents on the city’s water system are asked not to drink water from the tap. Rather, any tap water used for cooking, drinking, washing dishes, brushing teeth or making ice should first be brought to a rolling boil for at least one minute before it is used.

Hartz Recall chicken based rawhide chips

NJ company recalls dog food chips

October 17, 2008

SECAUCUS, N.J. - The Hartz Mountain Corporation has voluntarily recalled a specific lot of its Hartz chicken-basted rawhide chips for dogs due to concerns that one or more bags within the lot are potentially contaminated with Salmonella.

The company announced the recall Friday, saying the two-pound plastic bags of chips with lot code JC23282, UPC number 3270096463 were distributed to a national retail customer it did not identify. more

From: U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) [mailto:fda@service.govdelivery.com]
Sent: Monday, October 20, 2008 6:04 PM

Subject: The Hartz Mountain Corporation Voluntarily Recalls One Specific Lot of Nationwide Chicken-Basted Rawhide Chips Because of Possible Health Risk (October 20)

The Hartz Mountain Corporation Voluntarily Recalls One Specific Lot of Nationwide Chicken-Basted Rawhide Chips Because of Possible Health Risk (October 20)
Mon, 20 Oct 2008 18:08:00 -0500
The Hartz Mountain Corporation, Secaucus, NJ is voluntarily recalling one specific lot of Hartz Chicken-Basted Rawhide Chips due to concerns that one or more bags within the lot are potentially contaminated with Salmonella. Hartz is fully cooperating with the US Food and Drug Administration in this voluntary recall.

October 23, 2008

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The Hartz Mountain Corporation is recalling one lot of its chicken-basted rawhide chips because of possible Salmonella contamination.

The New Jersey-based company said the recall is limited to 4,850-two pound bags of rawhide chips with lot code JC23282 and UPC number 3270096463.
http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2008/10/hartz_salmonella.html

Fulton City (NY) BOIL WATER ALERT

E. Coli found in Fulton City Water System
10/18/2008 05:17 PM
By: Web Staff

FULTON, N.Y. -- There's an important health warning for residents of Fulton. Officials with the City Water System say they've found E. Coli bacteria in the water supply.

They ask that everyone boil water for at least one minute before using it, otherwise, stick to bottled water.

Some symptoms of E.Coli contamination include nausea, diarrhea, cramps and headaches. If you are experiencing any of these, make sure you to seek medical attention.
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Snohomish Health District 6 cases of Ecoli

Source of 6 E. coli cases sought

By Sharon Salyer
Herald Writer
Snohomish Health District officials are investigating at least six confirmed cases of E. coli, a bacterium often spread by contaminated food that can cause people to become seriously ill.

In rare cases, E. coli O157:H7 can cause kidney failure and death.

Dr. Gary Goldbaum, health officer, said Friday evening that while at least six cases have been confirmed, health officials still don't know what caused people to become ill. read more

Lotte USA Inc.recalling Koala's March creme-filled cookies

Company recalls cookies over melamine concerns

Associated Press
6:02 PM CDT, October 17, 2008

BATTLE CREEK, Mich. - A company is recalling Koala's March creme-filled cookies from U.S. shelves because they were made in China and may be contaminated with melamine.

Lotte USA Inc. says Friday it initiated the recall on Sept. 29. The Battle-Creek-based company says it's not aware of any illnesses associated with the products.

The recall covers king size chocolate, white chocolate and strawberry flavors. It also includes family pack size chocolate, white chocolate, strawberry, chestnut, Hawaii chocolate and Hawaii pineapple flavors. read more


Melamine Scare Expands After Alabama Finds Tainted Chinese Cookies
WASHINGTON, DC, October 17, 2008 (ENS) - Chinese cookies found in Alabama stores have tested positive for high levels of the plastic melamine, triggering a demand from consumer organizations for a federal government ban on all food products from China containing milk proteins. more


Melamine Tainted Cookies Found in Alabama
Discovery comes over two weeks after same cookies was found contaminated in Canada; FDA does not issue national advisory more

announcement from the FDA
Lotte USA, Inc. Initiates Nationwide Recall of Koala's March Creme filled Cookies
Sat, 18 Oct 2008 05:00:00 -0500
Lotte USA, Inc., Battle Creek, MI initiated a recall of all Koalas' March Cookies on September 29, 2008 because they were produced in China and they may be contaminated with melamine. The products are packaged in a plastic overwrap.

Keokuk -Two cases of Ecoli -investigation

Health officials investigate local case of E. coli infection
By Joe Benedict/MVM News Network
Published: Thursday, October 16, 2008 2:03 PM CDT
Local and state health officials are investigating two potential cases of E. Coli infection - one in Lee County and one in Hancock County, Ill.

An e-mail circulating Wednesday said the writer had a friend whose 7-year-old was on dialysis at an Iowa City hospital after sampling cider at a Lee County business. The e-mail added that a boy from Warsaw, Ill., also was hospitalized. read more

Vermont Firm Recalls Ground Beef Products

WASHINGTON, Oct. 16, 2008 - Vermont Livestock, Slaughter and Processing Co., LLC, a Ferrisburg, Vt., firm, is recalling approximately 2,758 pounds of ground beef products because they may be contaminated with E. coli O157:H7, the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service announced today. read more

Vermont Reports Two More E. coli Cases in Outbreak There
Date Published: Thursday, October 16th, 2008
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Earlier this week we reported on an emerging E. coli outbreak in which eight people were diagnosed with a food borne illness that was possibly linked to undercooked ground beef. Now, the Vermont Department of Health issued another warning against the consumption of undercooked meat in response to two new cases of E. coli infection. All of those infected—including one child who was hospitalized—are recovering from bacterial illnesses, which health experts traced to a single source of ground beef distributed to “a few restaurants in Vermont,” according to a department release. read more

LA Co. Dried Daikon Allergy -unlisted sulfites

"Kyosai Sengiri Daikon" dried radish is being recalled due to unlisted sulfites.

JFC International, Inc. of 7101 E. Slauson Ave. Los Angeles, California 90040 is recalling all products of Kyosai Sengiri Daikon (40/3.5 oz) because it contains sulfites without listing so on the label. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to sulfites run the risk of life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.

Kyosai Sengiri Daikon is sold in a 3.5-ounce, clear plastic package with the following UPC Code 0 11152 42327 2 and was distributed nationwide. It is a product of China.
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HUA XIA Food Trade USA, Inc.Melamine problems

HUA XIA Food Trade USA, Inc. Recalls YILI Brand Sour Milk Drink and YILI Brand Pure Milk Drink, Because of Possible Health Risk

HUA XIA Food Trade USA, Inc. of Flushing, NY, is recalling YILI Brand Sour Milk Drink packaged in 250ml flexible paperboard boxes (all codes and all lots are affected) and YILI Brand Pure Milk Drink packaged in 250ml flexible paperboard boxes (all codes and all lots are affected) because it may be contaminated with melamine.

Consumers who have the product which is being recalled should stop using it immediately. If consumers have questions about possible health risks, they should contact their doctor.

YILI Brand Sour Milk Drink and YILI Brand Pure Milk Drink were distributed to New York City through Asian retail grocery stores.
PRODUCTS:

1. YILI Brand Sour Milk Drink is packaged in 250ml flexible paperboard boxes with blue, red and green Chinese writing. There is a picture of an Asian man in a green shirt and white tie clapping his hands on the face of the box. All codes and all lots are affected.
2. YILI Brand Pure Milk Drink packaged in 250ml flexible paperboard boxes with black, red and white writing, the writing on the package is in both English and Chinese. There is a picture of two cows playing basketball on the face of the box. All codes and all lots are affected.

No illnesses have been reported to date.

The recall was initiated after FDA testing discovered that the product was found to contain Melamine.

Consumers who have purchased YILI Brand Sour Milk or YILI Brand Pure Milk Drink are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at (917) 216-0575, Monday to Friday, 9:00 to 5:00, Eastern Standard Time.

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Yeman recalls Chinese Milk Products

Worldwide, melamine-contaminated sweets and drinks have been withdrawn from markets, following scandals over Chinese milk products contaminated with toxic chemicals.

However, these products remain in a large number of Yemeni supermarkets, grocery stores, and small shops, especially when some businessmen had large quantities of the product stored before the crisis.

Meanwhile on the other hand, a team sent by the General Authority for Standards, Metrology and Quality Control reported that the Yemeni market is free from the Chinese milk products, thus refuting the claims of locals and eyewitnesses.

Packers Provision Recall Ecoli in Beef

PUERTO RICO FIRM RECALLS FROZEN BEEF PRODUCTS DUE TO POSSIBLE
E. COLI O157:H7 CONTAMINATION
WASHINGTON, Oct. 10, 2008 – Packers Provision, a Puerto Nuevo, Puerto Rico, establishment, is recalling approximately 420 pounds of frozen beef trim that may be contaminated with E. coli O157:H7, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service announced today.

E-Coli Surfaces in WI; Tainted Beef Blamed

From the Milwaukee Journal

Frozen ground beef patties produced at a plant in the Waukesha County community of Butler are making people sick from e-coli-related illness. The plant is owned by beef producer Cargill.

The patties have been pulled off Sam's Club store shelves nationwide after four kids in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area became ill from e-coli.

Now, there are three confirmed or suspected cases in Milwaukee County, and at least two more in southern and eastern Wisconsin.

Bevan Baker with the Milwaukee Health Department says their lab has been working the case since last week, before the recall was issued Saturday.


"Five in Wisconsin infected with E. coli - Three ate beef in Milwaukee area; link to Minnesota cases studied
Posted on October 9, 2007 by E. coli Attorney

Mark Johnson of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel posted last night on the online edition that now “five people in Wisconsin have been infected with E. coli O157:H7, three of whom consumed beef at the same event in the Milwaukee area in mid- or late September, according to the Milwaukee Health Department. The Cargill patties were produced between Aug. 9 and Aug. 17 and were sent to retail establishments, restaurants and institutions nationwide…. Cargill is voluntarily recalling 845,000 pounds of frozen ground beef patties produced at its Butler, Wisconsin plant.”
As I posted earlier, Cargill has had problems with E. coli in the past and they have been tragically tied to Milwaukee."

Radishs, Chocolate, Chips, milk drinks recalled

Recalls: Dried radishes, milk drinks, cookies

By The Associated Press – 21 minutes ago

The following recalls have been announced:

_Packages of Kyosai Sengiri Daikon dried radishes due to the presence of undeclared sulfite. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to sulfite run the risk of a life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product, which is being recalled by JFC International Inc.

Kyosai Sengiri Daikon is sold in 3.5 oz. clear plastic packages with the following UPC Code (0 11152 42327 2) and was distributed nationwide. It comes from China.

No illnesses have been reported to date. Consumers who have purchased Kyosai Sengiri Daikon are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 323-887-5232.

_YILI Brand Sour Milk Drink packaged in 250 milliliter flexible paperboard boxes (all codes and all lots are affected) and YILI Brand Pure Milk Drink packaged in 250 milliliter flexible paperboard boxes (all codes and all lots are affected) because it may be contaminated with melamine. The milk products are being recalled by HUA XIA Food Trade USA, Inc. of Flushing, N.Y.

YILI Brand Sour Milk Drink and YILI Brand Pure Milk Drink were distributed to New York City through Asian retail grocery stores.

The recall was initiated after FDA testing discovered that the product was found to contain melamine.

Consumers who have purchased YILI Brand Sour Milk or YILI Brand Pure Milk Drink are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.

_"Kroger Value Semi Sweet Chocolate Chips" in 12 oz. containers (UPC Code is 1111086603 and "sell by" date of May 30, 2010) because they may contain undeclared milk protein. The "sell by" date is found printed in black on the end of the bag. People with allergies or severe sensitivity to milk protein may be at risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.

The cookies subject to this recall were sold in Kroger stores in Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia and West Virginia.

Consumers who have purchased "Kroger Value Semi Sweet Chocolate Chips" with the indicated code date may return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with any questions may contact Barry Callebaut at 1-866-678-5221.

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KROGER VALUE SEMI-SWEET CHOCOLATE CHIPS - Affected in Kroger stores located in the following regions: Greater Memphis, TN, AR and MS; Houston, TX; Georgia, South Carolina, Alabama and Knoxville, TN area; Greater Louisville (including Indiana), Lexington and Nashville, TN; and North Carolina, Virginia, Eastern W.Va and Eastern KY.

Reason: Product may contain undeclared milk. Oct 10, 2008. Learn More

Radishes, Chocolate, Chips,and milk drinks recalled Oh My!

Recalls: Dried radishes, milk drinks, cookies

By The Associated Press – 21 minutes ago

The following recalls have been announced:

_Packages of Kyosai Sengiri Daikon dried radishes due to the presence of undeclared sulfite. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to sulfite run the risk of a life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product, which is being recalled by JFC International Inc.

Kyosai Sengiri Daikon is sold in 3.5 oz. clear plastic packages with the following UPC Code (0 11152 42327 2) and was distributed nationwide. It comes from China.

No illnesses have been reported to date. Consumers who have purchased Kyosai Sengiri Daikon are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 323-887-5232.

_YILI Brand Sour Milk Drink packaged in 250 milliliter flexible paperboard boxes (all codes and all lots are affected) and YILI Brand Pure Milk Drink packaged in 250 milliliter flexible paperboard boxes (all codes and all lots are affected) because it may be contaminated with melamine. The milk products are being recalled by HUA XIA Food Trade USA, Inc. of Flushing, N.Y.

YILI Brand Sour Milk Drink and YILI Brand Pure Milk Drink were distributed to New York City through Asian retail grocery stores.

The recall was initiated after FDA testing discovered that the product was found to contain melamine.

Consumers who have purchased YILI Brand Sour Milk or YILI Brand Pure Milk Drink are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.

_"Kroger Value Semi Sweet Chocolate Chips" in 12 oz. containers (UPC Code is 1111086603 and "sell by" date of May 30, 2010) because they may contain undeclared milk protein. The "sell by" date is found printed in black on the end of the bag. People with allergies or severe sensitivity to milk protein may be at risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.

The cookies subject to this recall were sold in Kroger stores in Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia and West Virginia.

Consumers who have purchased "Kroger Value Semi Sweet Chocolate Chips" with the indicated code date may return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with any questions may contact Barry Callebaut at 1-866-678-5221.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- Chicago, IL -- October 10, 2008 – Barry Callebaut USA LLC is conducting a voluntary recall on its product sold by Kroger Stores under the brand "Kroger Value Semi Sweet Chocolate Chips", 12 oz., UPC Code is 11110–86603 and "sell by" date May 30, 2010, as the product may contain undeclared milk protein. The "sell by" date is found printed in black on the end of the bag. People with allergies or severe sensitivity to milk protein may be at risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.

The Kroger Value Semi Sweet Chocolate Chips subject to this recall were sold in Kroger stores in Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia and West Virginia.

Nut Allergy Alert Russell Stover Candy

In Specific U.S. Markets, Russell Stover Candies, Inc. Issues Hazelnut Allergy Alert for the 2 7/8 Oz Size Of Private Reserve Assorted Chocolates

The recalled product was distributed in the following states and cities: Texas, California, Louisiana, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, Tennessee; Southaven, Mississippi; Billings, Montana; Sparks, Nevada; and Madison Heights, Michigan. An investigation determined 29 boxes of this candy may have been purchased by consumers, and up to another 188 boxes may have reached retail store locations. All the retail stores have been contacted to have the suspected product removed from the shelves.

The candy containing the hazelnuts comes in a box with a red lid and gold border. The box is held closed by a gold cord tied in a bow. A label on the bottom right corner of the box identifies it as "Assorted Chocolates, Net Weight 2 7/8 oz." The side of the box is marked "01JUL09 N0349." Only product with the "N0349" lot code is affected.


Published: Oct. 13, 2008 at 10:20 AM
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WASHINGTON, Oct. 13 (UPI) -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced the recall of Russell Stover-brand "Private Reserve Assorted Chocolates" because of a labeling error.

Russell Stover Candies Inc. of Kansas City, Mo., said it was recalling lot No. N0349 of its 2 7/8-ounce size of the chocolates because the candy might contain undeclared hazelnuts, posing a health risk for people allergic to nuts

Allergy Alert --undeclared sulfites Shad Raisins

Consumer Alert: Undeclared Sulfites in Shad Raisins (October 6)
Thu, 09 Oct 2008 09:14:00 -0500
New York State Agriculture Commissioner alerted consumers that Fatima Brothers Inc. of Maspeth, New York is recalling Shad Raisins due to the presence of undeclared sulfites. The recalled Shad Raisins were packaged in uncoded, 7-ounce plastic bags. Shad Raisins were distributed in New York City.

Frozen Croaker Recall New York and New Jersey

Consumer Alert: Possible Botulism Contamination in "Frozen Salted Croaker"

Contact:
Jessica Chittenden
518-457-3136

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- October 6, 2008 -- New York State Agriculture Commissioner Patrick Hooker today alerted consumers not to eat “Frozen Salted Croaker” distributed by YS Trading Corp of 38-21 23rd Street, Long Island City, New York 11101 because the product was uneviscerated.

The "Frozen Salted Croaker" was sold in Hicksville, New York, Flushing, New York, and New Jersey in un-coded, unlabeled plastic bags.

Florida/Colorado Firms Recalls Frozen Beef

WASHINGTON, Oct. 8, 2008 - A.C.S. Meyners Ltda., a Ponte Verde, Fl., establishment, is recalling approximately 20,460 pounds of frozen beef trim that may be contaminated with E. coli O157:H7, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service announced today.

The frozen beef trim products were produced on Aug. 19, 2008, and were exported to the United States and then sent to distributors and establishments in New York and Pennsylvania. These products were sent to establishments for further processing and will likely not bear the establishment number “Nicaragua 4” on products available for direct consumer purchase.

"Recall Release CLASS I RECALL
FSIS-RC-035-2008 HEALTH RISK: HIGH

Congressional and Public Affairs
(202) 720-9113
Roger Sockman

WASHINGTON, Oct. 8, 2008 - Colorado Foods Products, a Greenwood Village, Co., establishment, is recalling approximately 2,340 pounds of frozen beef trim that may be contaminated with E. coli O157:H7, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service

Congressional and Public Affairs
(202) 720-9113
Amanda Eamich

WASHINGTON, Oct. 8, 2008 - Astro Meats & Seafood, Inc., a Miami, Fl., establishment, is recalling approximately 4,200 pounds of frozen beef trim that may be contaminated with E. coli O157:H7, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service announced today.
USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service [mailto:usfsis@govdelivery.com]
Sent: Wednesday, October 08, 2008 5:57 PM

Brownberry Bread recall

Wednesday, October 8, 2008 - 2:41 PM EDT
Arnold Foods recalls bread over nut allergy concerns
Philadelphia Business Journal

"Arnold Foods Co. Inc. is recalling one of its Brownberry brands of Whole Grains Bread because it may contain nuts, the company said Wednesday.

The Horsham, Pa.-based company issued the warning about its 100 percent Whole Wheat brand, in the 1-pound, 8-ounce size. It may contain almonds, walnuts and hazelnuts.

The product was sold in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Minnesota and Wisconsin.

No other Arnold brand or Brownberry brand products are affected."

WED Oct 8, 08, 1:01 PM
Arnold Foods Company, Inc. issues allergy alert on undeclared nuts in BROWNBERRY Whole Grains BREAD 100% WHOLE WHEAT

From: U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) [mailto:fda@service.govdelivery.com]
Sent: Thursday, October 09, 2008 7:04 AM

Subject: Arnold Foods Company, Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Nuts in Brownberry Whole Grains Bread 100 Percent Whole Wheat (October 8)

Go To Rio --The Food is Safer in Brazil

Countries around the world are working to ban the import of melamine-contaminated products from China. But in the U.S., melamine-products and ingredients continue to flow through ports of entry, almost unchecked. Brazil has banned all food products from China.

"We're very leery of the Chinese food safety system," says Tony Corbo, Legislative Representative for Food and Water Watch. "At best it's weak, at worst it's corrupt. It just reeks with corruption." Food and Water Watch is a nonprofit consumer organization that works on food and water safety issues.

Keep up with the foods contaminated with melamine.

Country of Origin is not Enough

"The inspections and testing are legally only required to focus on products, and not ingredients put into products in the U.S. and labeled as originating in the U.S."
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DeLauro Raps FDA On Melamine Risk Guidelines

The FDA action brought a strong rebuke from Rep. Rosa DeLauro (D-CT), Chairwoman of the Agriculture-- Food and Drug Administration subcommittee.

"While other countries throughout the world, including the European Union, are acting to ban melamine-contaminated products from China, the FDA has chosen to establish an acceptable level for melamine in food in an attempt to convince consumers that it is not harmful," she said. "Not only is this is an insult to consumers, but it would appear that the FDA is condoning the intentional contamination of foods."
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FDA Detects Melamine Contamination in Flavored Drink

Mon, 06 Oct 2008 12:10:00 -0500
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has increased inspections and product testing efforts in response to the melamine contamination problem which originated in Chinese dairy products. As a result of the FDA's on-going testing program, the agency has detected melamine contamination in Blue Cat Flavor Drinks. The distributor of the product, Tristar Food Wholesale Co. Inc., initiated a recall of several flavors of Blue Cat Flavor Drink, based on the FDA’s findings. The FDA advises the public not to consume this product and recommends that retailers and food service operators remove the product from sale or service.

Other Recalls

On September 26, the FDA issued an alert to consumers that seven Mr. Brown instant coffee and milk tea products were being recalled by the Taiwanese company, King Car Food Industrial Co. Ltd., due to possible contamination with melamine. King Car Food Industrial Co. used a non-dairy creamer manufactured by Shandong Duqing Inc., China, which was found to be contaminated with melamine. The recalled products are:

* Mr. Brown Mandheling Blend Instant Coffee (3-in-1)
* Mr. Brown Arabica Instant Coffee (3-in-1)
* Mr. Brown Blue Mountain Blend Instant Coffee (3-in-1)
* Mr. Brown Caramel Macchiato Instant Coffee (3-in-1)
* Mr. Brown French Vanilla Instant Coffee (3-in-1)
* Mr. Brown Mandhling Blend instant Coffee (2-in-1)
* Mr. Brown Milk Tea (3-in-1)

The FDA recommends that consumers not consume any of the above Mr. Brown instant coffee and milk tea products. The FDA also recommends that retailers and foodservice operators remove the products from sale or service.

Sunny Maid Corp. Monterey Park, Calif., who is an importer and distributor of Mr. Brown Instant Coffee products, is recalling the products in the United States.

The FDA is working with regulatory agencies in the United States as well as with other countries. The California Department of Public Health and the New Zealand Food Safety Authority reported that its testing of White Rabbit Creamy Candies has shown melamine contamination at high levels. In light of the widespread contamination of milk and milk-based products in China and the New Zealand Food Safety Authority’s finding, the FDA continues to recommend that consumers not eat White Rabbit Creamy Candy and that retailers and foodservice operations remove the product from sale or service.

A recall by QFCO Inc., Burlingame, Calif., of the White Rabbit Creamy Candies, is underway in the United States.

The FDA is closely monitoring these recalls and will continue to perform follow up activities of other recalls that may develop.

To date, the FDA is not aware of any illnesses in the United States stemming from consumption of Blue Cat Flavor Drinks, White Rabbit Creamy Candy, or the Mr. Brown instant coffee and milk tea products.

Individuals who have experienced any health problems after consuming Blue Cat Flavor Drinks, White Rabbit Creamy Candy, or any of the identified Mr. Brown coffee and tea products are advised to contact their health care professional.

Enchilda Mix recall - unlabled milk products

Contact:
Corporate Communications
(410) 771-7803

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- Sparks, September 30, 2008 – McCormick & Company, Incorporated has announced a voluntary recall of McCormick Enchilada Sauce Mix with UPC Code 52100091600 sold under the McCormick brand. The McCormick Enchilada Sauce Mix contains undeclared milk ingredients. People who have allergies to milk run the risk of serious or life threatening allergic reactions if they consume this product.

The McCormick Enchilada Sauce Mix was distributed to grocery stores nationally beginning on September 17, 2008. The product comes in 1.5 oz. pouches with an expiration date of "best by" AUG2910CH. The date is found printed in black on the back, bottom left of the pouch.

The recall was initiated after it was discovered that product containing the milk ingredient was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of milk as an ingredient.