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Cilantro Recalled for Possible Salmonella Contamination
California-based food company Pacific International Marketing is voluntary recalling its Cilantro, with the assistance of the Food and Drug Administration. The recalled cilantro are believed to be contaminated by the Salmonella bacteria. The problem was discovered when a sample of Pacific-branded cilantro was tested and found to contain Salmonella. 6,141 cartons of Pacific Cilantro are…
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A Product Recall of “Pan Dominicano”
Commissioner Darrel J. Aubertine of New York’s State of Agriculture has announced a recall on certain batches of Dominican Bread, or “Pan Dominicano.” The bread is being recalled because of the presence of an undeclared allergen. “Pan Dominicano” is believed to contain milk, however the list of ingredients does not indicate it. Milk is considered…
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Cheesecakes Recalled by Price Chopper Supermarkets
Supermarket chain Price Chopper Supermarkets has recently issued a voluntary product recall on three varieties of their French Cheesecake. The cheesecakes are being recalled because they contain allergens that have not been declared on the products’ packaging. The recalled cheesecakes contain eggs, which are considered a common food allergen. People who are allergic to eggs…
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Green Valley Food Expands Recall of Alfalfa Sprouts
Texas-based Green Valley Food Corporation has recently expanded its recall of its Alfalfa Sprouts. The recall was initiated because of a possible bacterial contamination, specifically of the bacteria Salmonella. The problem was discovered when results of a routine analysis showed the presence of Salmonella in a sample of about 5 ounces. The sample was inside…
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Herring Fillets Recalled for Possible Bacterial Contamination
Last December 10, the CFIA issued a public warning against certain batches of herring fillets sold under the Bos Brand. The herring fillets are possibly contaminated with the bacteria Clostridium botulin. “Bos Naturally Smoked Herring Fillets – Natural” is believed to be contaminated by a bacterium that causes Botulism, a potentially fatal type of food…
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A Product Recall on Sliced Herring Fillets
New Jersey-based food company Zip International Group LLC is recalling a specific batch of its sliced herring fillet (also known as Forelka). The seafood is being recalled because of the possibility of infection by Listeria monocytogenes, a harmful bacterial contaminant. The problem and subsequent recall was made after it was found during a routine sampling…
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Egg Safety Improved by FDA
The FDA made an announcement concerning a law that would help in enhancing the safety of eggs for human consumption. The regulation is meant to lower the prevalence of infections arising from consumption of contaminated eggs. Eggs are mainly contaminated by Salmonella Enteritidis (SE) bacterium. The regulations were released on July 7, 2009, and different…
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Overview of Food Poisoning
Food poisoning is not only common, but also upsetting and, at times, a life-threatening issue for numerous United States citizens and people across the world. Food poisoning may be either non-symptomatic or associated with symptoms such as severe and bloody diarrhea, as well as intestinal discomfort. Depending on infection type, food poisoning can also be…