Salmonellosis
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“Danish-Style Smoked Salmon” Recalled for Possible Salmonella Contamination
Foodfest Int’l 2000 Inc. and the CFIA recently announced a public warning and a recall on a specific smoked salmon product because of possible contamination. The said product may be contaminated by the bacteria salmonella. The warning referred to “Strubs Ready-to-Eat Danish-Style Smoked Grav-Lox Atlantic Salmon.” This product is sold in 7-ounce or 200-gram packs…
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A Product Recall for Bulk-Sold Pine Turkish Nuts
New York-based supermarket chain Wegman’s announced a product recall the last week of October for Turkish pine nuts that were sold in several of its stores. The pine nuts are being recalled because of a possibility of Salmonella contamination. The Turkish pine nuts affected by the recall are only those that are sold in bulk,…
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Richardsons Farm Market Apple Cider Recall
The CFIA has announced a public warning against certain batches of apple cider sold under the “Richardson’s Farm Market” brand. The apple cider product is believed to be contaminated by the Salmonella bacteria, despite having been pasteurized. The affected apple cider was sold from November 5 to 9 at the Richardson’s Farm Market, as well…
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Jones’ Seasoning Recalls Mock Salt Product Due to Bacterial Contamination
Washington-based food company Jones’ Seasoning Blends LLC has issued a recall of its Mock Salts products. These products are being voluntarily recalled because of a possible contamination by the Salmonella bacteria. The Salmonella contamination is believed to be in the celery seeds that were used as ingredients to the Mock Salt. Jones’ Seasoning emphasizes that…
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Federal Egg Safety Rule Goes into Full Effect
Having the egg safety rule going into full effect is good news since the nuisance of salmonella infection will be a thing of the past. According to this rule, if Salmonella is found on the eggs themselves or in a laying facility, they can be treated in two ways. One, it can be pasteurized. Two,…
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Mango Recall over Salmonella Fears
Splendid Products based in Burlingame, California has issued a voluntary recall of its Daniella brand mangoes due to a possible salmonella contamination. This has been done as a precautionary measure following over 100 reported infections in California alone. The mangoes are also linked to recent illnesses in Canada, which has also led the Canadian Food…
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Salmonella Poisoning
With the recent number of foods that have been recalled for suspicion of being tainted by salmonella bacteria, one should take extra precaution while buying groceries as well as gather as much information on salmonella poisoning, how to avoid it and how to react should one become infected. Salmonellosis is the medical name of the…
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Team Tomato Fights Contamination
While a tomato is seen by many as a mere addition to salad or sandwich, ‘Team Tomato’, a group of researchers, views them as the key focus of their research. This team is made up of scientists under the FDA. The research is grounded on the fact that the tomato is highly susceptible to salmonella…
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