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a list of recent recalls as published by the FDA /USDA~ Recalls, Market Withdrawals and Safety Alerts

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07/19/2016 09:17 PM EDT

ConAgra Foods is expanding a voluntary recall of P.F. Chang’s Home Menu Brand products due to the potential presence of small metal fragments (2-9mm) in the sugar used in the sauce. This voluntary action is being undertaken because of impacted sugar from a supplier.

07/19/2016 02:26 PM EDT

Faribault Foods, Inc. of Faribault, MN, is initiating a voluntary recall of a limited number of 15 ounce No-Salt-Added Black Beans due to the potential presence of plastic and/or metal pieces within the product.

07/15/2016 08:34 PM EDT

PharmaTech LLC of Davie, FL, the manufacturer of the Rugby®- branded product, is voluntarily recalling all lots within the expiry of Diocto Liquid, a docusate sodium solution due to a risk of product contamination with Burkholderia cepacia. Use of docusate sodium liquid contaminated with B. cepacia may result in serious infections that could be life-threatening in patients with compromised immune systems and in patients with chronic lung conditions such as cystic fibrosis.

07/12/2016 10:27 AM EDT

WALTHAM, Mass. – Following a collaborative process with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Alere Inc. (NYSE:ALR) will be initiating a voluntary withdrawal of the Alere INRatio and INRatio2 PT/INR Monitoring System. Alere is working with the FDA to determine the most appropriate timing for product discontinuation and will provide guidance on transitioning patients to an alternate solution to allow them to continue anti-coagulation monitoring in the least disruptive manner possible.

Haring Catfish, Inc. Recalls Siluriformes Fish Products Due To Possible Adulteration Haring Catfish, Inc., a Wisner, La. establishment, is recalling approximately 21,521pounds of siluriformes fish (catfish) products that may be adulterated with a residue of public health concern, specifically gentian (crystal) violet.

07/11/2016 01:07 PM EDT

General Mills today announced a voluntary recall of a limited quantity of frozen Beyond Meat Vegetarian Indian Curry with Beyond Chicken, produced over seven days in April 2016. This product is available exclusively at Whole Foods.

07/09/2016 06:42 PM EDT

Continental Mills has issued a recall affecting only retail Krusteaz Blueberry Pancake Mix, which involves product manufactured between April 2016 and June 2016. The company was notified by our supplier that their product, a blueberry nugget, is made with a small percentage of affected flour which was recalled by General Mills because it may be contaminated with E. coli O121.

 

07/13/2016 12:21 PM EDT

Kerry Inc. of Beloit, WI is recalling two lots of Golden Dipt Jalapeno Breader that were sold to foodservice distributors because one of our suppliers recalled an ingredient used in our mix for the potential presence of E. coli O121. Kerry Inc. was notified by our supplier that two of their products, a red bell pepper nugget and a jalapeno nugget, were made with a small percentage of affected flour which was recalled by General Mills because it may be contaminated with E. coli O121.

 

U.S. Cado Holdings, Inc. Recalls Imported Siluriformes Fish Products Distributed Without Meeting Fsis RequirementsU.S. Cado Holdings, Inc., a Santa Ana, Calif. establishment, is recalling approximately 1,650 pounds of imported, frozen Swai fillets products that were distributed into U.S. commerce without meeting federal importation requirements.

07/13/2016 09:57 PM EDT

International Commissary Corporation (ICC) has issued a voluntary recall of certain lots of two retail products: Marie Callender’s 7oz & 14oz Cheese Biscuit Mix. The 7 oz recalled product has Best By dates of 3/22/17 and 5/17/17 and was sold in retail stores in the following states – AL, CA, WA, UT, and TX. The 14 oz recalled product has a Best Buy date of 6/17/17 and was sold only in Stockton, CA.

Updated information is now available. A list of retail consignees has been posted for recall 058-2016, Simmons Prepared Foods, Inc. Recalls Chicken Products Due To Possible E. Coli O121 Contamination (Jul 12, 2016).

07/12/2016 06:01 PM EDT

MINNEAPOLIS – Out of an abundance of caution, two flavors of Betty Crocker cake mix sold in the U.S. and one flavor sold in Canada have been added to General Mills’ previously announced flour recall from July 1, 2016. No illnesses reported to date have been connected to cake mix.

 

ConAgra Foods Recalls Frozen Chicken and Beef Products Due to Possible Foreign Matter ContaminationConAgra Foods, a Russellville, Ark. establishment, is recalling approximately 3,806 pounds of frozen chicken and beef entrée products that may be contaminated with extraneous materials, specifically metal.

You are subscribed to FSIS Recall Cases: Retail Lists for the USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service. Updated information is now available. A list of retail consignees has been posted for recall 055-2016, Winter Gardens Quality Foods, Inc. Recalls Lemongrass Basil Chicken Products Due To Possible Listeria Contamination (Jul 1, 2016).

Kabob’s Acquistion, Inc. Recalls Not Ready-To-Eat Meat and Poultry Products Due to Possible E. Coli O121 ContaminationKabob’s Acquisition, Inc., a Lake City, Ga. establishment, is recalling approximately 44,850 pounds of raw intact and heat treated, not ready-to-eat (NRTE) meat and poultry products that may be adulterated with E. coli O121.

A list of retail consignees has been posted for recall 051-2016, GNP Company Recalls Chicken Products Due To Possible Foreign Matter Contamination (Jun 18, 2016).

Simmons Prepared Foods, Inc. Recalls Chicken Products Due To Possible E. Coli O121 ContaminationSimmons Prepared Foods, Inc., a Van Buren, Ark. establishment, is recalling approximately 5,850 pounds of frozen, heat treated, not ready-to-eat (NRTE) chicken products that may be contaminated with E. coli O121.

07/08/2016 02:13 PM EDT

Hearn Kirkwood is initiating a voluntary recall of “Evie’s Cheddar Potato Salad” 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.

 

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From the ASPR Blog: Securing health at our nation’s most symbolic events

Last week, hundreds of thousands of people gathered on the National Mall to celebrate the 4th of July.  People saw the fireworks and the moving performances, but they didn’t see what goes on behind-the-scenes.  The work that goes into protecting the health of those attending and working at these events is extensive. ASPR takes many variables into consideration as we plan to protect people’s health as they celebrate.  Learn More >>

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CDC Suspects Female-to-Male Sexual Transmission of Zika Virus

A routine investigation by the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene has identified the first suspected case of sexual transmission of the Zika virus from a female to her male partner.  CDC’s current guidance on preventing sexual transmission of Zika virus is based on the assumption that transmission occurs from a male partner to his partner. Ongoing surveillance is needed to determine the risk for transmission of Zika virus infection from a female to her sexual partners. Learn More >>

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Zika Virus Response Planning: Interim Guidance for Schools

What happens if Zika transmission happens at your child’s school?  Does the school have a plan?  CDC has issued guidance to help address concerns about the risk for Zika virus infection in K–12 schools in the continental United States and Hawaii.  As part of this guidance, CDC provides school districts with information for planning school-related activities, and recommend actions that can be taken to reduce the potential risk for Zika virus transmission at school and among students. Learn More >>

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Save the Date: Youth Preparedness Council Summit Goes Live

Got questions about youth preparedness? Just ask!  Youth Preparedness Council members will answer your questions live from the Youth Preparedness Council Summit!

On Wednesday, July 20 at 11:45 AM ET, FEMA’s Youth Preparedness Council members will broadcast on Facebook Live and Periscope from the 2016 Youth Preparedness Council Summit in Washington, DC.

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From the ACL Blog:  Be Prepared for Extreme Heat

As summer is upon us, it is a time to prepare yourself and those in your care for extreme heat. Whether you are an older adult, an individual with a disability, or a family member caring for a loved one with functional needs, each person’s requirements and abilities are unique. During periods of extreme heat, every individual can take important steps to put plans in place and prepare for potential risks, such as power outages. Find out how you can evaluate your own personal needs and making an emergency plan.  Learn More >>

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The Facts on the FDA’s New Tobacco Rule


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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration recently finalized a rule that extends its regulatory authority to all tobacco products, including e-cigarettes, cigars, and hookah and pipe tobacco, as part of its goal to improve public health.

“Before this final rule, these products could be sold without any review of their ingredients, how they were made, and their potential dangers,” explains Mitch Zeller, J.D., director of the FDA’s Center for Tobacco Products. “Under this new rule, we’re taking steps to protect Americans from the dangers of tobacco products, ensure these tobacco products have health warnings, and restrict sales to minors.”

This FDA Consumer Update confirms the rule’s timeline and includes answers to questions about e-cigarettes and FDA-approved smoking cessation aids.

Read the Consumer Update to learn more.

Whole Genome Sequencing: Cracking the Genetic Code for Foodborne Illness


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Increasingly, FDA has used whole genome sequencing to support investigations of foodborne illness outbreaks. Industry is also starting to use whole genome sequencing to monitor food manufacturing for bacteria and take steps to prevent potential outbreaks.

Read the Consumer Update to learn more.

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