Author: Kit Redwine
A recall by Olympia Foods, based in Franklin Park, Illinois, first initiated on November 29, 2024 for its Olympia Foods Grecian Dip Tzatziki Sauce remains ongoing. The recall is due to potential Salmonella contamination. Salmonella is a bacterium that can cause serious infections in humans, especially those in vulnerable populations such as young children, the elderly, and individuals with compromised immune systems. Background No press release was issued for this recall and the company has not released how the potential for Salmonella contamination was discovered. It is possible this recall is connected to a larger outbreak of Salmonella linked to…
Washington state health officials have initiated a recall of shellstock oysters due to a norovirus outbreak, affecting products harvested by Ruco’s Shellfish from the Hammersley Inlet growing area in the state. The recall covers oysters harvested between December 2 and December 17, 2024, with specific concern for products distributed throughout Washington and Oregon. Officials have noted the affected products may have reached additional states. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a safety alert advising restaurants, food retailers, and consumers to take immediate action regarding these potentially contaminated shellfish. The recalled products can be identified by the harvester certification…
King County Washington public health officials are investigating a salmonella outbreak at Mary Pilgrim Inn, an emergency temporary housing shelter in Seattle, following Christmas dinner services that affected 14 residents and staff members. The outbreak, which began during a holiday celebration has resulted in five hospitalizations with no reported deaths. Salmonella is a bacterium that can cause severe gastrointestinal illness in humans. Symptoms typically include diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps, appearing six hours to six days after exposure to the bacteria. While most people recover without specific treatment, the infection can be severe, especially for young children, the elderly, and…
Abbey Specialty Foods, based in Fairfield, New Jersey, has issued a voluntary recall of Wicklow Gold Cheddar Nettle & Chive and Wicklow Gold Cheddar Tomato & Herb cheeses due to possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes (Listeria). Listeria is a bacterium that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections, particularly in vulnerable populations such as young children, pregnant women, the elderly, and individuals with compromised immune systems. Background The recall was initiated after Wicklow Farmhouse Cheese LTD notified the company that the products were being recalled due to potential Listeria contamination. Product Distribution The products were distributed to retailers in Colorado,…
Cambodia SIHANOUKVILLE – Food Poisoning Outbreak Affects City Hall Meeting; Bacterial Contamination Identified as Cause Multiple attendees of a city hall council meeting were struck with food poisoning symptoms on December 26, 2024. Approximately 50 attendees who ate sandwiches catered from a nearby shop reported severe stomach cramps, vomiting, and diarrhea around midnight, hours after the afternoon meeting concluded. Several people required hospitalization due to the severity of their symptoms. A subsequent laboratory analysis of 12 food samples from the event identified dangerous levels of E. coli and Staphylococcus aureus bacteria in the sandwiches. The investigation revealed E. coli concentrations…
…most consumers in the Untied States are well aware of Salmonella, E. coli, Listeria, and even more rare bacterial diseases like Vibrio. But Yersiniosis is an uncommon bacterial infection…
“we are used to outbreaks of salmonella, listeria and e. coli affecting pet food, but this poses a whole new level of concern. Pet food needs to be made with the same care that human food is made with.”
Braga Fresh, based in Soledad, California, has initiated a voluntary recall of a single lot of washed and ready-to-eat Marketside Broccoli Florets due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes (Listeria). Listeria is a bacterium that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections, particularly in vulnerable populations such as young children, pregnant women, the elderly, and individuals with compromised immune systems. Background Random testing of multiple product samples by Texas Health and Human Services at a Texas retail location uncovered the potential for Listeria contamination in a single sample. No other Marketside or Braga Fresh products are affected by this recall.…
Uganda KIKUUBE – Suspected Food Poisoning Strikes 70 on Christmas Day Christmas day celebrations in the Kukuube area of Uganda turned sour when 70 people were affected by suspected food poisoning. The victims were residents of three local villages and all consumed ice cream from a husband and wife vendor. Shortly after consuming the ice cream, residents began experiencing symptoms of food poisoning, including stomach pain, vomiting, headaches, fever, and diarrea. Multiple medical centers in the area have treated those who were affected. A local health official said samples were gathered from many of the sick and authorities are now…
The United Kingdom’s Food Standards Agency has announced a voluntary recall by Wicklow Farmhouse Cheese of various cheese products due to possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes (Listeria). Listeria is a bacterium that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections, particularly in vulnerable populations such as young children, pregnant women, the elderly, and individuals with compromised immune systems. Background No information was provided in the recall notice as to how the potential presence of Listeria contamination was discovered. Distribution The affected products were distributed to various retail stores in Northern Ireland only. Product Details Product NameSize Use by DateBest Before DateBatch DescriptionBallykilty…