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| Avian Influenza - Public Guidance/Direction
01-11-06
Saturday, January 21, 2006 8:54 AM Subject: FYI: Fwd: Avian Influenza - Public Guidance/Direction
To: Health focused Communicators and Organisations
AVIAN INFLUENZA Public Information and Guidance/Instruction
As many of you may be presently engaged, or soon involved, in communication action on Avian Influenza in your communities and countries, we have compiled below the public information and guidance/instruction from 4 health agencies. The following are the primary FAO, Hong Kong Government, WHO and ECDC communication messages related to Avian Influenza. Please note that these have been extracted from longer and more detailed documents. For more comprehensive information please see those documments. Links are provided. *** A. FAO [Food and Agricultural Organisation]
1. Conventional cooking (temperatures at or above 70°C in all parts of a food item) will inactivate the H5N1 virus. Properly cooked poultry meat is therefore safe to consume.
2. The H5N1 virus, if present in poultry meat, is not killed by refrigeration or freezing.
3. Home slaughtering and preparation of sick or dead poultry for food is hazardous: this practice must be stopped.
4. Eggs can contain H5N1 virus both on the outside (shell) and the inside (whites and yolk). Eggs from areas with H5N1 outbreaks in poultry should not be consumed raw or partially cooked (runny yolk); uncooked eggs should not be used in foods that will not be cooked, baked or heat-treated in other ways.
5. There is no epidemiological evidence to indicate that people have been infected with the H5N1 virus following consumption of prope! rly cooked poultry or eggs.
6. The greatest risk of exposure to the virus is through the handling and slaughter of live infected poultry. Good hygiene practices are essential during slaughter and post- slaughter handling to prevent exposure via raw poultry meat or cross contamination from poultry to other foods, food preparation surfaces or equipment
Source: see the “6” box on the right hand column on:
http://www.fao.org/ag/againfo/subjects/en/health/diseases-cards/special_avian.html ***
B. Hong Kong Government - Centre for Health Protection
To prevent avian influenza in humans, we should avoid touching live poultry or their droppings, wash hands thoroughly immediately after contacting live poultry and cook poult! ry and eggs thoroughly before eating http://www.chp.gov.hk/files/pdf/FluX3_E.pdf
*** C. World Heath Organisation - Western Pacific Regional Office KEY MESSAGES AND ADVICE
The spread of bird flu in affected areas can normally be prevented.
- People should avoid contact with chickens, ducks or other poultry unless absolutely necessary. This is the best way to prevent infection with the bird flu virus.
- Children are at high risk because they may play where poultry are found. Teach your children the following basic guidelines:
* Avoid contact with any birds, their feathers, faeces and other waste. * Do not keep birds as pets. * Wash hands with soap and water after any contact. * Not to sleep near poultry.
- Do not transport live or dead chickens, ducks or other! poultry from one place to another even if you think your birds are healthy.
- Handling of poultry in affected areas should be done within the area without transporting them to other areas.
- Do not prepare poultry from affected areas as food for your family or animals. The slaughter and preparation of such birds for food is dangerous.
- If you unintentionally come into contact with poultry in an affected area, such as touching the bird's body, touching its faeces or other animal dirt, or walking on soil contaminated with poultry faeces:
* wash your hands well with soap and water after each contact; * remove your shoes outside the house and clean them of all dirt; and * check your temperature for 7 days at least once daily. If you develop a high temperature (>37.5°C), visit a doct! or or the nearest health care facility immediately. > http://www.wpro.who.int/NR/rdonlyres/04FA6993-8CD1-4B72-ACB9-EB0EBD3D0CB1/0/Advice10022004rev08112004.pdf *** D. European Centers for Disaese Control [ECDC] [I] ECDC guidelines on protective measures for AT RISK GROUPS
The guidelines apply only to the at risk groups such as cullers and people in regions affected by H5N1 who work, or live, on poultry farms or who keep poultry. They do not apply to the population at large. Advice to the general public is given in the next section. Protection is based on the application of the following six principles:
1. Control infection in birds
2. Minimise the number of people possibly exposed to the virus – as far as possible separating people from the avian viruses and potentially infected birds and! animals
3. Proper use of personal protective equipment for those directly involved in the work with potentially infected animals 4. Proper but controlled limited use of antiviral drugs following a local risk assessment
5. Recommending seasonal influenza vaccination for people involved in culling infected poultry flocks, especially if seasonal influenza is circulating 6. Careful surveillance for infection among those potentially exposed
[II] Precautions for other members of the PUBLIC
The level of risk for people who are not in one of the at risk groups is very, very low. The risk becomes almost non-existent if the following precautions are followed:
If you come across any dead or sick birds, do not touch them.
Ensure that poultry meat and eggs are thoroughly &g! t; cooked.
It is highly unlikely that H5N1 can be passed on to humans by raw meat or eggs, but if you cook your food properly this will eliminate the risk entirely. It will also protect you from salmonella and other organisms that cause food poisoning.
http://www.ecdc.eu.int/documents/pdf/05_10_bird_flu_key_messages.pdf *** We hope that these are helpful to your Avian Influenza communication efforts. Please do send us information on the communication strategies and information that you are employing in your context to adress Avian Influenza Issues.
Thank you and the very best of luck with all of your health communication action.
Warren
Warren Feek Executive Director The Communication Initiative wfeek@comminit.com http://www.comminit.com 1-250-658-6372 [ph] 1-250-658-1728 [fx] 1-250-480-9770 [mobile]
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| PRODUCTS RECALLED: Turkey, Ham and Bologna Lunchmakers Meals
12-01-05
RECALL NOTIFICATION REPORT
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
FOOD SAFETY AND INSPECTION SERVICE
PRODUCTS RECALLED: Turkey, Ham and Bologna Lunchmakers Meals
PRODUCTION DATES/IDENTIFYING CODES: Produced on various dates between November 18th and 23rd, 2005
The products subject to recall are:
2.6-ounce packages of "ARMOUR, Lunch Makers®, CRACKER CRUNCHERS, Cooked Ham, Contains a Nestle® Crunch® Bar." Each package bears the establishment number "Est. 1059" inside the USDA seal of inspection and a sell by date, "FEB 10, 2006" or "FEB 11, 2006." The package also bears the product code "4660033427."
2.6-ounce packages of "ARMOUR, Lunch Makers®, CRACKER CRUNCHERS, Turkey, Contains a Nestle® Butterfinger® Bar." Each package bears the establishment number "P-9" inside the USDA seal of inspection and a sell by date, "FEB 06, 2006," "FEB 09, 2006" or "FEB 10, 2006." The package also bears the product code "4660033428."
2.6-ounce and 8-fluid ounce packages of "ARMOUR, Lunch Makers® Bologna Fun Kit, CRACKER CRUNCHERS, Bologna." The package also contains a Nestle® Crunch® Bar and Hawaiian Punch® fruit drink. Each package bears the establishment number "P-9" inside the USDA seal of inspection and the sell by date, "FEB 11, 2006." The package also bears the product code "4660002263."
2.6-ounce and 8-fluid ounce packages of "ARMOUR, Lunch Makers® Ham Fun Kit, CRACKER CRUNCHERS, Cooked Ham." The package also contains a Nestle® Butterfinger® Bar and Hawaiian Punch® fruit drink. Each package bears the establishment number "Est. 1059" inside the USDA seal of inspection and a sell by date, "FEB 10, 2006" or "FEB 11, 2006." The package also bears the product code "4660002262."
2.6-ounce and 8-fluid ounce packages of "ARMOUR, Lunch Makers® Turkey Fun Kit, CRACKER CRUNCHERS, Turkey." The package also contains a Nestle® Crunch® Bar and Hawaiian Punch® fruit drink. Each package bears the establishment number "P-9" inside the USDA seal of inspection and the sell by date, "FEB 10, 2006." The package also bears the product code "4660002261."
PROBLEM/REASON FOR RECALL: The products may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
HOW/WHEN DISCOVERED: Plant testing reported a positive result for Listeria monocytogenes.
FEDERAL ESTABLISHMENT: 01059 P
ConAgra Foods
200 North Banquet Drive
Marshall, MO 65340
CONSUMER CONTACT: Lunch Makers Consumer Information Line, 1-800-414-7500
MEDIA CONTACT: Tania Graves, Communications Director, 402-595-6258
QUANTITY RECALLED: Approximately 9,550 pounds
QUANTITY RECOVERED: To be determined
DISTRIBUTION: Nationwide
RECALL CLASSIFICATION: Class I
RECALL NOTIFICATION LEVEL: Retail
PRESS RELEASE: Yes
DIRECT NOTIFICATION MEANS: The firm has notified its customers verbally and will follow-up in writing.
FSIS FOLLOW-UP ACTIVITIES: Effectiveness checks by the FSIS, Office of Field Operations (OFO).
OTHER AGENCIES INVOLVED: None
FSIS CONTACTS:
FSIS Recall Coordinator: (510) 337-5000
Consumer Inquiries: 1-888-MPHotline (1-888-674-6854); TTY, 1-800-256-7072
Media Inquiries: 202-720-9113
Congressional Inquiries: 202-720-3897
Recall Management: 202-690-6389
Web site: http://www.fsis.usda.gov/Fsis_Recalls/ <http://www.fsis.usda.gov/Fsis_Recalls/>
DATE OF RECALL MEETING: December 01, 2005
RECALL CASE NUMBER: 052-2005
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| PRODUCTS RECALLED: Ready-to-eat meat and poultry products
10-22-05
RECALL NOTIFICATION REPORT
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
FOOD SAFETY AND INSPECTION SERVICE
PRODUCTS RECALLED: Ready-to-eat meat and poultry products
PRODUCTION DATES/IDENTIFYING CODES: Produced on various dates between October 12 and October 18, 2005.
The products subject to recall are:
* 12-ounce packages of "TRADER JOE-SAN TERIYAKI CHICKEN WITH BASMATI RICE." Each package bears the establishment number "P-19011" inside the USDA seal of inspection and the sell by date, "10-23-05," "10-24-05," "10-25-05," "10-27-05," "10-29-05," "10-30-05" or "10-31-05."
* 12-ounce packages of "TRADER GIOTTO'S ITALIAN STYLE MEATBALLS, MADE WITH COLEMAN NATURAL BEEF." Each package bears the establishment number "EST. 19011" inside the USDA seal of inspection and the sell by date, "10-30-05," "10-31-05," "11-1-05," "11-2-05" or "11-3-05."
* 12-ounce packages of "TRADER JOE'S CHIPOTLE LIME CHICKEN STRIPS, GRILLED CHICKEN STRIPS MARINATED WITH SOUTHWESTERN-STYLE SPICES." Each package bears the establishment number "P-19011" inside the USDA seal of inspection and the sell by date, "10-23-05," "10-24-05," "10-25-05," "10-26-05," "10-27-05," "10-29-05," "10-30-05" or "10-31-05."
* 16-ounce packages of "TRADER JOE'S JUST CHICKEN, WHITE MEAT CHICKEN CHUNKS, GREAT FOR SALADS SOUPS AND ENTRES." Each package bears the establishment number "P-19011" inside the USDA seal of inspection and the sell by date, 10-20-05," "10-21-05," "10-22-05 "10-23-05," "10-24-05," "10-26-05," "10-27-05" or "10-28-05."
* 12-ounce packages of "TRADER GIOTTO'S BAKED CHICKEN PARMESAN, BREAST OF CHICKEN COVERED IN A MARINARA SAUCE, THEN TOPPED WITH A BLEND OF FLAVORFUL CHEESES." Each package bears the establishment number P-19011" inside the USDA seal of inspection and the sell by date, "10-23-05," "10-24-05" or "10-26-05."
* 28-ounce packages of "TRADER JACQUES' QUICHE LORRAINE, TRADITIONAL RECIPE WITH UNCURED BACON AND SWISS CHEESE." Each package bears the establishment number "EST.19011" inside the USDA seal of inspection and the sell by date, "10-23-05," "10-24-05," "10-25-05," "10-29-05," "10-30-05" or "10-31-05."
* 10-ounce packages of "TRADER MING'S SZECHUAN STYLE CHICKEN, WITH WHITE MEAT." Each package bears the establishment number "P-19011" inside the USDA seal of inspection and the sell by date, "10-23-05," "10-24-05," "10-25-05," "10-26-05," "10-29-05" or "10-30-05."
* 16-ounce packages of "TRADER JOE'S JUST CHICKEN WITH PANKO BREAD CRUMBS." Each package bears the establishment number "P-19011" inside the USDA seal of inspection and the sell by date, "10-20-05," "10-21-05," "10-22-05," "10-23-05" or "10-24-05."
PROBLEM/REASON FOR RECALL: The products may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
HOW/WHEN DISCOVERED: A plant monitoring sample returned a positive result for Listeria monocytogenes on October 21, 2005.
FEDERAL ESTABLISHMENT: 19011 P
Ian's Natural Foods
176 Shirley Ave
Revere, MA 02151
CONSUMER CONTACT: Jeff Canner, Vice President, Marketing, (978) 989 0601
MEDIA CONTACT: Anil Wassan, Vice President, Operations, (781) 284-1999
QUANTITY RECALLED: Approximately 11,200 pounds
QUANTITY RECOVERED: To be determined
DISTRIBUTION: Massachusetts
RECALL CLASSIFICATION: Class I
RECALL NOTIFICATION LEVEL: Consumer
PRESS RELEASE: Yes
DIRECT NOTIFICATION MEANS: The firm has notified its customers orally and will follow up in writing.
FSIS FOLLOW-UP ACTIVITIES: Effectiveness checks by the FSIS, Office of Field Operations (OFO).
OTHER AGENCIES INVOLVED: None
FSIS CONTACTS:
FSIS Recall Coordinator: (518) 452-6870
Consumer Inquiries: 1-888-MPHotline (1-888-674-6854); TTY, 1-800-256-7072
Media Inquiries: 202-720-9113
Congressional Inquiries: 202-720-3897
Recall Management: 202-690-6389
Web site: http://www.fsis.usda.gov/Fsis_Recalls/ <http://www.fsis.usda.govFsis_Recalls/>
DATE OF RECALL MEETING: October 22, 2005
RECALL CASE NUMBER: 044-2005
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| Correction to Home Made Brand Foods Recall-Tuna Salad
10-21-05
Correction to Home Made Brand Foods Recall-Tuna Salad
Recall -- Firm Press Release FDA posts press releases and other notices of recalls and market withdrawals from the firms involved as a service to consumers, the media, and other interested parties. FDA does not endorse either the product or the company. This is a correction and clarification of a previously issued 10/14/05 </oc/po/firmrecalls/homemade10_05.html> alert Home Made Brand Foods Inc. Recalls Tuna Salad Because of Possible Health Risk Contact: Mary Bellerose (978) 462-3663 Ext. 327 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- Newburyport MA -- October 21, 2005 -- Home Made Brand Foods Inc., 2 Opportunity Way, Newburyport MA 01950 is voluntarily recalling Home Made Brand Tuna Salad, in 5 lb. units with an expiration date of 10/16/05, because it has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogeness, 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. Approximately 398/ 5 lbs. units were distributed through two distributors in MA, ME and NY for sale at retail stores/ deli counters. The problem was discovered after routine sampling by New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Food Inspectors and subsequent analysis of the product by Food Laboratory personnel found the product to be positive for Listeria monocytogenes. As a result of the above findings, Home Made Brand Foods Inc. voluntarily withdrew all tuna salad products in 5 lb., 10 lb. and 12 oz. units with expiration dates between 10/16/05 and 11/07/05 distributed under the brand names: Home Made Brand Foods; P & C Food Markets, Inc.; and Weis Markets labels.
Subsequently, samples submitted to a private lab found the voluntarily withdrawn products negative for Listeria monocytogenes. No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem. Consumers who have purchased the Tuna Salad should not consume it, but should return it to the place of purchase. Consumers with questions may contact the company at (978) 462-3663 Ext. 327.
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| Home Made Brand Foods Inc. Issued Allergy Alert on Listeria in Classic Tuna Salad
10-17-05
Home Made Brand Foods Inc. Issued Allergy Alert on Listeria in Classic Tuna Salad
Contact:
Mary Bellerose
978-462-3663 ext. 327
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- Newburyport, MA -- October 14, 2005 -- Home Made Brand Foods Inc., 2 Opportunity Way, Newburyport, MA 01950 is recalling Classic Tuna Salad, expiration date 10/16/05, due to Listeria contamination.
Listeria is a common organism found in nature. It can cause serious complications for pregnant women, such as stillbirth. Other problems can manifest in people with compromised immune systems. Listeria can also cause serious flu-like symptoms in healthy individuals.
The problem was discovered after routine sampling by New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Food Inspectors and subsequent analysis of the product by Food Laboratory personnel found the product to be positive for Listeria monocytogenes.
As a result of the above findings, Home Made Brand Foods Inc. is voluntarily recalling all tuna salad products with expiration dates of 10/16/05 - 11/07/05.
No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem.
Consumers who have purchased Classic Tuna Salad should not consume it, but should return it to the place of purchase. Consumers with questions may contact the company at (978) 462-3663 Ext. 327.
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| Orca Bay Foods, Inc. Recalls Red King Crab Legs and Claws Due to Possible Health Risk
10-11-05
Orca Bay Foods, Inc. Recalls Red King Crab Legs and Claws Due to Possible Health Risk
Recall -- Firm Press Release
FDA posts press releases and other notices of recalls and market withdrawals from the firms involved as a service to consumers, the media, and other interested parties. FDA does not endorse either the product or the company. This listserv covers mainly Class I (life-threatening) recalls. A complete listing of recalls can be found in the FDA Enforcement Report (http://www.fda.gov/opacom/Enforce.html). <http://www.fda.gov/opacom/Enforce.html). >
Orca Bay Foods, Inc. Recalls Red King Crab Legs and Claws Due to Possible Health Risk
Contact:
Mark Tupper
425-204-9100
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE --Renton, Washington -- October 7, 2005 --- Orca Bay Foods, Inc. of Renton, Washington is conducting a nationwide voluntary recall of approximately 40,000 pounds of "red king crab legs and claws" because they have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, elderly people, and immuno-compromised individuals. Healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms (fever, headaches, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea). Listeria infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women. If persons recently consumed this product and experienced the listed symptoms they should visit their physician.
No Illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem.
The frozen crab legs were sold to retailers and food service in 10 and 20 lb cases labeled "Orca Bay Seafood's, Inc. Renton, WA 98055". Each case was marked with a size, either "4-6", "6-9", "9-12", "12-14" or "selects", "broiler claws", and "splits". The product is sold thawed and/or frozen by weight in the frozen food and/or seafood departments in stores.
The recalled crab legs were distributed retail in Florida, Illinois, New York, North Carolina, through Sam's Club; Indiana through Roundy's; New Jersey through Shop-Rite (Wakefern), New York through Wegmans, Michigan through Spartan; Washington State through Associated Grocers, City Fish, Jack's Fish Spot & Metropolitan Markets. The product also entered commerce through food service distributors in Alaska, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Michigan, Mississippi, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Utah, Washington State and Wisconsin. The recalled product would have been in retail outlets on/about May 20, 2005 through August 10, 2005, however the majority of the suspect product is under our direct control in the Renton, WA processing facility.
Consumers who have purchased red king crab legs during the specified time period from the retail stores identified are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1-800-932-ORCA.
The potential for contamination was noted after routine testing by the United States Department of Commerce (USDC) revealed the presence of Listeria monocytogenes in our bulk crab legs and claws. Orca Bay retains the USDC for this inspection service to give our customers added assurance through an independent evaluation.
The distribution of the suspect product lots has been suspended which FDA and the company continue to investigate the source of the problem.
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| Recall: Pure Farms Smoked Chicken Andoulle Sausage, Bratwurst, Breakfast Links....
10-03-05
Recall: Pure Farms Smoked Chicken Andoulle Sausage, Bratwurst, Br
eakfast Links....
RECALL NOTIFICATION REPORT
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
FOOD SAFETY AND INSPECTION SERVICE
PRODUCTS RECALLED: Cooked chicken sausage products and beef wieners.
PRODUCTION DATES/IDENTIFYING CODES: Packaged September 22, 2005.
The products subject to recall are:
* 12 ounce packages of "PURE FARMS ALL NATURAL COOKED SKINLESS SMOKED CHICKEN ANDOULLE SAUSAGE." Each package bears the establishment number"P-21280" inside the USDA seal of inspection and the sell by date"11.07.05."
* 12 ounce packages of "PURE FARMS ALL NATURAL COOKED SKINLESS CHICKEN BRATWURST." Each package bears the establishment number "P-21280" inside the USDA seal of inspection and the sell by date "11.07.05."
* 12 ounce packages of "PURE FARMS ALL NATURAL COOKED SKINLESS CHICKEN BREAKFAST LINKS." Each package bears the establishment number "P-21280" inside the USDA seal of inspection and the sell by date "11.07.05."
* 12 ounce packages of "PURE FARMS ALL NATURAL COOKED SKINLESS CHICKEN ITALIAN SAUSAGE." Each package bears the establishment number "P-21280" inside the USDA seal of inspection and the sell by date "11.07.05."
* 12 ounce packages of "PURE FARMS ALL NATURAL COOKED SKINLESS CHICKEN POLISH SAUSAGE." Each package bears the establishment number "P-21280" inside the USDA seal of inspection and the sell by date "11.07.05."
* 12 ounce packages of "PURE FARMS ALL NATURAL COOKED SKINLESS UNCURED CHICKEN WIENER." Each package bears the establishment number "P-21280" inside the USDA seal of inspection and the sell by date "11.07.05."
* 16 ounce packages of "PURE FARMS ALL NATURAL COOKED UNCURED BEEF WIENER." Each package bears the establishment number "EST. 21280" inside the USDA seal of inspection and the sell by date "11.05.05."
All cases bear the lot code "265."
PROBLEM/REASON FOR RECALL: The products may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
HOW/WHEN DISCOVERED: An FSIS monitoring sample returned a positive result for Listeria monocytogenes on October 2, 2005.
FEDERAL ESTABLISHMENT: 21280 M
New Packing Co., Inc.
1249 West Lake St.
Chicago, IL 60607
CONSUMER CONTACT: Jon Gray, General Manager, 312-666-1314
MEDIA CONTACT: Jon Gray, General Manager, 312-666-1314
QUANTITY RECALLED: Approximately 1,000 pounds
QUANTITY RECOVERED:
DISTRIBUTION: California, Florida, Illinois, Maine, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York and Washington
RECALL CLASSIFICATION: Class I
RECALL NOTIFICATION LEVEL: Retail
PRESS RELEASE: Yes
DIRECT NOTIFICATION MEANS: The firm has notified its customers orally and will follow up in writing..
FSIS FOLLOW-UP ACTIVITIES: Effectiveness checks by the FSIS, Office of
Field
Operations (OFO).
OTHER AGENCIES INVOLVED: None
FSIS CONTACTS:
FSIS Recall Coordinator: (630) 620-7474
Consumer Inquiries: 1-888-MPHotline (1-888-674-6854); TTY, 1-800-256-7072
Media Inquiries: 202-720-9113
Congressional Inquiries: 202-720-3897
Recall Management: 202-690-6389
Web site: http://www.fsis.usda.gov/Fsis_Recalls/
DATE OF RECALL MEETING: October 02, 2005
RECALL CASE NUMBER: 042-2005
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| FDA Issues Nationwide Health Alert on Dole Pre-Packaged Salads
10-03-05
FDA Issues Nationwide Health Alert on Dole Pre-Packaged Salads
Recall -- FDA Press Release
This listserv covers mainly Class I (life-threatening) recalls. A complete listing of recalls can be found in the FDA Enforcement Report (http://www.fda.gov/opacom/Enforce.html). <http://www.fda.gov/opacom/Enforce.html). >
FDA Issues Nationwide Health Alert on Dole Pre-Packaged Salads
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is issuing a nationwide warning to consumers against eating certain pre-packaged Dole salad products because these products have been associated with an outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 in Minnesota. The affected products include three brand names and are labeled with "best-if-used by" dates, as listed below, and a production code beginning with "B250."
Illnesses have been associated with consumption of Dole salad products purchased from a single grocery store chain, Rainbow Foods, in its Minnesota locations. However, salad products containing the affected production codes are also distributed nationwide.
The three prepackaged salad products involved are:
Classic Romaine - with a "best-if-used-by (BIUB)" date of September 23, 2005 and a production code beginning with "B250."
American Blend - with a "best-if-used-by (BIUB)" date of September 23, 2005 and a production code beginning with "B250."
Greener Selection - with a "best-if-used-by (BIUB)" date of September 22, 2005, and a production code beginning with "B250."
The "best-if-used-by" code date can be located in the upper right hand corner of the front of the bag. While it is unlikely that stores still have this product on their shelves, consumers may have product in their refrigerators. Consumers who have any of the three packaged salads listed should dispose of the product.
"Given the severity of this illness, FDA believes an urgent warning to consumers is needed. FDA is working closely with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and our state partners to further identify the source of the problem and its scope," said Dr. Robert Brackett, Director of the FDA's Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition.
At this time, no other Dole salad products are involved and Dole Food Company has issued a recall for the implicated salad products. Dole is working cooperatively with the FDA to minimize any further risk to consumers.
E. coli O157:H7 infection often causes severe bloody diarrhea and abdominal cramps; sometimes the infection causes non-bloody diarrhea or no symptoms. Usually little or no fever is present, and the illness resolves in five to ten days. Although most healthy adults can recover completely within a week, in some persons, particularly children under five years of age and the elderly, the infection can also cause a complication called hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS). This condition can lead to serious kidney damage and even death.
To date there have been reports of eleven cases of illness attributed to E. coli O157 in Minnesota. Of these eleven cases, two individuals have been hospitalized. The latest reported illness was September 19, 2005.
Individuals who may have experienced any of the above symptoms after eating these salad products should contact their physician or local department of health.
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| Letter to State Regulatory Agencies and Firms That Produce Treated (but not Pasteurized) and Untreated Juice and Cider
09-23-05
Letter to State Regulatory Agencies and Firms That Produce Treated (but not Pasteurized) and Untreated Juice and Cider
This guidance represents the Food and Drug Administration's (FDA's) current thinking on this topic. It does not create or confer any rights for or on any person and does not operate to bind FDA or the public. You may use an alternative approach if the approach satisfies the requirements of the applicable statutes and regulations. If you want to discuss an alternative approach, contact the FDA staff responsible for implementing this guidance. If you cannot identify the appropriate FDA staff, call the appropriate number listed on the title page of this guidance.
This letter is intended to inform you of the Food and Drug Administration's (FDA's) concern regarding continuing outbreaks of foodborne illness associated with the consumption of treated (but not pasteurized) and untreated juice and cider, and to remind you of actions that we recommend processors take to enhance the safety of these products.
Recent illness outbreaks due to treated (but not pasteurized) and untreated apple cider occurred in Ohio in 2003, and in New York state in 2004. In addition, a multi-state illness outbreak associated with treated (but not pasteurized) orange juice occurred this year. These outbreaks highlight the need for processors to ensure that they are taking all appropriate steps to comply with applicable food safety requirements.
FDA issued regulations for the safe processing of fruit and vegetable juices in 2001, requiring non-retail juice processors to evaluate their operations using Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) principles and, if necessary, to develop and implement systems of preventive control measures based on HACCP principles. FDA also issued the juice labeling regulation in 1998, which requires retail processors of juice to put a warning label on any container of juice that has not been treated to achieve a 5-log reduction in the most resistant pathogen. These two regulations are intended to improve the safety of fruit and vegetable juices and to ensure that consumers of untreated juice products are adequately informed of the risks associated with consuming these products.
Some of the principal requirements of the HACCP regulation are restated below. Both interstate and intrastate non-retail juice processors, regardless of the size of the business, must follow the HACCP regulation. The HACCP regulation requires that processors achieve a 5-log reduction for the microbe identified as the most resistant microorganism of public health significance that is likely to occur in the juice. This 5-log reduction must take place in one facility just prior to or after packaging, and must be applied directly to the juice, except for citrus juices. Fruit surface treatments may be used to accomplish the 5-log reduction for citrus fruits, but cleaned and undamaged tree-picked fruit must be used. The effectiveness of the surface treatment must be verified by regularly testing the final product for generic E. coli. If two samples in a series of seven tests are positive for E. coli, the HACCP regulation deems the control measures to attain the 5-log reduction to be inadequate, and an alternate process such as pasteurization is to be used until corrective actions are completed.
FDA recommends that retail processors who treat their juice follow these same practices for their 5-log reduction processes. In addition, to the juice labeling regulation, retail processors must follow all applicable state laws and regulations. FDA also reminds retail processors who sell or serve juice that only pasteurized juice should be served or sold to highly susceptible populations in retail establishments such as child care facilities, nursing homes, and hospitals.
For both treated and untreated juice, adherence to good manufacturing practices, including those that address basic sanitation practices, constitutes an essential foundation for the development and implementation of successful HACCP plans. See FDA's current good manufacturing practices (cGMP) regulation.
In addition, in 1998, FDA issued a "Guide to Minimize Microbial Food Safety Hazards for Fruits and Vegetables," which recommends good agricultural practices (GAPs) that growers, packers, and shippers can use to address common risk factors in their operations and thus, minimize food safety hazards potentially associated with fresh fruits and vegetables.
Given the recent outbreaks cited above, we strongly encourage firms to review their current operations in light of the above requirements and available information regarding pathogen reduction or elimination in the production of treated (but not pasteurized) and untreated juice, including cider. We further encourage firms to modify their operations accordingly, to enhance the safety of these products. As you are aware, food produced under unsanitary conditions whereby it may be rendered injurious to health is adulterated under § 402(a)(4) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act ((21 U.S.C. 342(a)(4)).
The reduction of foodborne illness associated with treated but not pasteurized and untreated juice, including cider, requires a collaborative effort by FDA and state and local authorities, as states provide critical resources and expertise in the identification and investigation of foodborne illness at the local level. Additionally, FDA will work closely with state regulatory agencies in considering enforcement actions against firms and farms to protect the health of their residents.
We recognize and appreciate the efforts that state regulatory authorities and the industry have taken to date to provide juice that is safe to U.S. consumers, and we are confident that you will continue to work proactively to pursue this goal.
Sincerely,
Terry C. Troxell, Ph.D.
Director, Office of Plant and Dairy Foods
Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition
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| RECALL NOTIFICATION REPORT
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
FOOD SAFETY AND INSPECTION SERVICE
09-23-05
RECALL NOTIFICATION REPORT
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
FOOD SAFETY AND INSPECTION SERVICE
PRODUCTS RECALLED: Beef Patties
PRODUCTION DATES/IDENTIFYING CODES: Produced 6/25/2005
The products subject to recall include:
• Two- and five-pound packages of “FLANDERS QUARTER POUND BEEF PATTIES.”
• Five-pound packages of “SAVER’S CHOICE QUARTER POUND BEEF PATTIES.”
All of the products bear the establishment number “EST. 9145” inside the USDA seal of inspection.
All packages contain the production code, “05176.” The products were distributed to retail stores nationwide.
PROBLEM/REASON FOR RECALL: The product may be contaminated with E. coli O157:H7
HOW/WHEN DISCOVERED: FSIS was notified by the Center for Disease Control (CDC) of the epidemiological investigation results that linked the product to a patient diagnosed with E. coli
O157:H7.
FEDERAL ESTABLISHMENT: 09145 M
Flanders Provision Co.
1104 Gilmore Street
Waycross, GA 31502
CONSUMER CONTACT: Steve Stipe, Vice President, 912-283-5191
MEDIA CONTACT: Steve Stipes, Vice President, 912-283-5191
QUANTITY RECALLED: Approximately 184,000 pounds
QUANTITY RECOVERED:
DISTRIBUTION: Nationwide
RECALL CLASSIFICATION: Class I
RECALL NOTIFICATION LEVEL: Retail
PRESS RELEASE: Yes
DIRECT NOTIFICATION MEANS: The firm has notified its customers orally and will follow up in writing.
FSIS FOLLOW-UP ACTIVITIES: Effectiveness checks by the FSIS, Office of Field Operations (OFO).
OTHER AGENCIES INVOLVED: Center for Disease Control (CDC)
FSIS CONTACTS:
FSIS Recall Coordinator: (404) 562-5900
Consumer Inquiries: 1-888-MPHotline (1-888-674-6854); TTY, 1-800-256-7072
Media Inquiries: 202-720-9113
Congressional Inquiries: 202-720-3897
Recall Management: 202-690-6389
Web site: http://www.fsis.usda.gov/Fsis_Recalls/
DATE OF RECALL MEETING: September 23, 2005
RECALL CASE NUMBER: 040-20
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| Dancing Deer Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Pecans in Maple Pumpkin Cranberry Streusel Cake
09-14-05
Dancing Deer Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Pecans in Maple Pumpkin Cranberry Streusel Cake
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A complete listing of recalls can be found in the FDA Enforcement Report (http://www.fda.gov/opacom/Enforce.html). Dancing Deer Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Pecans in Maple Pumpkin Cranberry Streusel Cake
Contact:
Trish Karter
617-442-7300 x209
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- Boston, MA -- September 14, 2005 -- Effective immediately Dancing Deer Baking Co. is voluntarily recalling its Maple Pumpkin Cranberry Streusel Cake, 20 oz, due to an undeclared pecans. Maple Pumpkin Cranberry Streusel Cakes were mislabeled with a Maple Cranberry Pumpkin Cake label which did not contain the allergen ingredient. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to pecans run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume these products.
Approx. 86 Maple Pumpkin Cranberry Streusel Cakes with an "Enjoy By Date" from Sep 13 2005 through Sep 20 2005, a UPC code of 674971227232 with the Maple Pumpkin Cranberry Cake labels are affected. Consumers may have purchased these cakes directly at the company's website (http://www.dancingdeer.com/) and/or at their local grocery stores in seven states. These include: Arizona, California, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New Hampshire, and Washington. The product is a shrink wrapped 20 oz Bundt Cake in circular cardboard ring with a sticker label across the top.
To date, no consumer complaints have been reported. This recall was initiated after it was discovered by the firm that the Maple Pumpkin Cranberry Streusel Cakes had been mislabeled with Maple Pumpkin Cranberry Cakes labels.
Dancing Deer is working closely with FDA government officials.
Customers who have purchased Maple Pumpkin Cranberry Streusel Cakes with an "Enjoy By Date" from 9/13/2005 through 9/20/2005 are urged to return the cakes to their place of purchase for a refund or a replacement. If consumers purchased cakes form directly from Dancing Deer, they should contact the company at 1-888-699-DEER.
Consumers with questions should call Dancing Deer at 1-888-699-DEER, visit the website at http://www.dancingdeer.com/customerquestions or email at info@dancingdeer.com
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| How to Dispose of Contaminated or Spoiled Food after flood
09-13-05
How to Dispose of Contaminated or Spoiled Food after flood
September 13, 2005
Bulletin 3
A Notice from the Food and Drug Administration To Growers, Food
Manufacturers, Food Warehouse Managers, and Transporters of Food
Products On
How to Dispose of Contaminated or Spoiled Food
Many acres of grain and vegetable crops, and many food manufacturing
facilities, food warehouses, and food transporters were flooded or lost
power as a result of Hurricane Katrina, so the Food and Drug
Administration
(FDA) is providing important tips on how to properly dispose of
contaminated
or spoiled food. For food products that should be destroyed see Notice
to
Food Industry <fsdisas1.html> and food products that may, under certain
circumstances, be reconditioned for future use, see the FDA
Investigations
Operations Manual, Subchapter 940 <http://www.fda.gov/ora/inspect_ref/iom/ChapterText/940.html>.
Disposing of Contaminated or Spoiled Food
Decisions about disposing of food products are usually made by the owner
of
the product, along with the appropriate state agency and local
authorities.
In determining which contaminated food products should be disposed of,
reconditioned or salvaged, the owners of the products must assess each
product's quality, safety and condition.
Depending on the applicable local, state, and Federal regulations,
owners
may be able to dispose of contaminated food products in a landfill, by
incineration, or rendering.
Key questions to consider when disposing of contaminated food include:
* What is (are) the contaminant(s)?
* How the contaminated food is categorized (e.g. hazardous waste,
municipal waste, radiological waste, non-hazardous waste requiring
special
handling, or unknown)?
* What is the quantity of the contaminated product for disposal?
* Where is the final disposal facility?
* What are the logistics for moving the contaminated products from the
site to the disposal facility?
* Is transportation required for the transfer of waste to the final
disposal site?
* What are the required permits associated with the disposal process
and how are they procured? Is assistance from state, local, and Federal
government agencies required?
* Is there a health and safety protection plan for the workers who
will be involved in the disposal process? If so, what is the plan?
* Who and what organizations will be involved in overseeing the
disposal process?
* What organizations must be involved and concur with re-introducing
the reconditioned product into the marketplace?
Oversight
FDA oversight ensures proper disposal so that contaminated products
cannot
be introduced into the food supply. Likewise, oversight by the
Environmental
Protection Agency or environmental quality authorities ensures that the
contaminated products are disposed of in a manner that protects against
further contamination of air, groundwater, or soil.
Vehicles Used in Transporting Contaminated Food Products
For vehicles, equipment, or localized contamination in facilities, the
state
(with FDA consultation and oversight) makes a determination as to when
and
whether the decontaminated vehicles, equipment, or facilities may be
used
for their original food-related purposes or for other purposes. And
importantly, food producers will require these government officials to
reissue the appropriate permits for startup and operation as well as the
release of impounded vehicles or equipment.
In the case where any of the contamination or cleanup may expose the
workforce, then additionally food producers must consult with the
Department
of Labor/Occupational Safety and Health Administration
For further information about disposing of contaminated, spoiled food as
well as reconditioning, contact the Office of Compliance, Center for
Food Safety and Applied Nutrition (301) 436-2359 or FDA's Nashville District
Office (615) 781-5388 or FDA's Atlanta Regional Office (404) 253-1171.
More useful information is at FDA's web site
http:///www.cfsan.fda.gov/list.ht
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| FOOD EMERGENCY AND SALVAGE INFORMATION
09-09-05
FOOD EMERGENCY AND SALVAGE INFORMATION
Draft 9-9-05 3:30PM
GENERAL GUIDANCE:
1. FEMA "State and Local Guide 101," Chapter 5, Attachment G (Healthand Medical). Contains a "top down" list of responsibilities for PublicHealth Officers.
Responsibilities include:
1. Inspects for purity andusability all foodstuffs, water, drugs, and other consumables that wereexposed to the hazard, and, 2, Monitors food handling and mass feedingsanitation service in emergency facilities, etc. http://www.fema.gov/rrr/gaheop.shtm
2. Pan American Health Organization, Has several pages on Disasters andHumanitarian Assistance. Also the guide "Environmental Health Managementafter Natural Disasters." Contains broad overview of how disastersaffect food, water, waste systems and includes measures to take duringresponse activities. http://www.paho.org/ They have a list ofpublications with links here:http://www.paho.org/English/PED/otherpublications.htm
3. USDA, "A Citizen's Guide to Food Recovery" is a resource guide forpeople--both public officials and private citizens--interested in how tooperate food recovery programs. It describes major food recoveryactivities already taking place and suggests how people can supportexisting programs or start new ones. It outlines key considerationsrelating to legal issues and food safety. http://www.usda.gov/news/pubs/gleaning/content.htm
4. NACCHO, "Elements of Effective Bioterrorism Preparedness." ListsEssential Public Health Services that are necessary during BT eventsdirected towards the local levels.http://archive.naccho.org/Documents/FinalEffectiveBioterrism.pdf
5. CDC "Keeping Food and Water Safe after a Natural Disaster or PowerOutage" http://www.bt.cdc.gov/disasters/foodwater.asp Information onwhat to keep and what to throw out plus tips on storing what is kept.The "Emergency Preparedness and Response" Web Site has Lots of info ona variety of disasters. http://www.bt.cdc.gov/ Information specificto Environmental Health can be found on this page:http://www.cdc.gov/nceh/ehs/ETP/default.htm
6. "Health Library for Disasters" Several excellent references forDisaster Mitigation and response including titles that are specific toEnvironmental Health, Food and Water. http://www.helid.desastres.net/cgi-bin/gw?e=p0t11home-who-1-C.1-5000-50-000-e&q=&org=&lb=&bb=&a=b&d=C.1.1
SPECIFIC (HOW TO) GUIDANCE:
1. CA Assn. of EH Administrators, "Disaster Field Manual." Containsconcise guidance regarding mass feeding and food salvage. http://www.ceha.org/
2. USAID, "Field Operations Guide." Discusses nutrition, mass feeding,and sanitation considerations. Lot of info regarding assessments andlogistical issues. http://www.usaid.gov/our_work/humanitarian_assistance/disaster_assistance/resources/pdf/fog_v3.pdf
3. U.S. Army, TB MED 530, "Occupational and Environmental Health FoodSanitation." Contains a section on field food service operations. http://chppm-www.apgea.army.mil/documents/TBMEDS/tbmed530.pdf
4. U.S. Army, "Guide to the Salvage of Chilled/Frozen Foods Exposed toRefrigeration Failure." http://wwwsam.brooks.af.mil/eh/
5. Association of Food and Drug Officials "Model Consumer CommoditySalvage Code." Deals with what to do with the "bad food." Cost $5.00each ($4.00 if buy 10 or more copies). Available at:http://www.afdo.org/publications.asp
6. Conference for Food Protection "Comprehensive Guidelines for FoodRecovery Programs." Deals with what to do with the "good food."http://www.foodprotect.org/pdf/foodRecovery.pdf
OTHER USEFUL REFERENCES:
1. CDC "Diagnosis and Management of Foodborne Illnesses" Targeted tophysicians. Provides practical and concise information on thediagnosis, treatment, and reporting of foodborne illnesseshttp://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/preview/mmwrhtml/rr5304a1.htm
2. Foodborne Illness - CDC, Public Health Training Network, some online,http://www.phppo.cdc.gov/phtn/casestudies/computerbased/default.htm
3. USDA/FDA Foodborne Illness Education Information Centerhttp://www.nal.usda.gov/foodborne
4. RODS (Realtime Outbreak & Disease Surveillance) ishttp://www.health.pitt.edu/rods/default.htm
5. The Food Marketing Institute (FMI) has a detailed listing ofresources for disaster food handling at websitehttp://www.fmi.org/foodsafety/disaster.htm. These resources allow theretail industry to prepare for and recover from a wide variety ofdisasters (natural or man-made) and to communicate with their customerson preparation for adverse situations.
6. Repairing Your Flooded Home:http://www.redcross.org/services/disaster/0,1082,0_570_,00.html
7. Sphere Standards for Humanitarian Response. Defines a common sheetof music for many nongovernmental organizations (NGO) to play from Seethe website at http://www.sphereproject.org .
8. Madison Department of Public Health (WI) (developed with a FDAInnovative Food Safety Grant). Training developed to be delivered onsite to the industry by industry. English & Spanishhttp://www.safefoodcrew.org/
9. TRAIN (all types of public health training courses, different mediums,free & for a fee) https://www.train.org/DesktopShell.aspx
10. USAF Food Safety - http://wwwsam.brooks.af.mil/eh/html/food.htm11. Posters In 13 languages: http://www.profoodsafety.org/
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| Continental Mills Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Walnuts in G hirardelli Chocolate Syrup Brownie Premium Mix
09-02-05
Continental Mills Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Walnuts in G hirardelli Chocolate Syrup Brownie Premium Mix
Recall -- Firm Press Release
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A complete listing of recalls can be found in the FDA Enforcement Report (http://www.fda.gov/opacom/Enforce.html). Continental Mills Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Walnuts in Ghirardelli Chocolate Syrup Brownie Premium Mix
Contact:
Mike Meredith
1-800-426-0955 ext. 7842
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- Seattle, WA -- September 2, 2005 -- Continental Mills, Seattle WA is
recalling Ghirardelli Chocolate Syrup Brownie Premium Mix because it may contain undeclared walnuts. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to walnuts run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume the product. Ghirardelli Chocolate Syrup Brownie Premium Mix was distributed to various states located east of the Rockies through retail stores. The product is packaged in an 18.75 oz retail box with the code date embossed on the top flap. The code dates involved are K_5181_; K_5182_; K_5194_; K_5195_; K_5201_; and K_5231_. (Underscore could represent any letter).
To date no illnesses have been reported from this product.
The company initiated a recall when it was discovered that a product containing walnuts was packaged into the Ghirardelli Chocolate Syrup Brownie Premium Mix retail box. Upon investigation, the company determined there were a small number of the wrong boxes used on the production line.
The company has notified its distributors and retailers where the product was distributed. The company is working in cooperation with the Federal Food and Drug Administration until the recall is complete.
Consumers who have Ghirardelli Chocolate Syrup Brownie Premium Mix with any of these codes should return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. They may also contact Continental Mills at 1-800-457-7744 (Monday -Friday 7AM - 5PM Pacific Standard Time) or via email at baking@continentalmills.com.
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| E.D. Smith USA Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Milk and Egg in "Classic Sensation And Garden Goodness Honey Dijon Dressing"
09-01-05
E.D. Smith USA Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Milk and Egg in "Classic Sensation And Garden Goodness Honey Dijon Dressing"
Recall -- Firm Press Release
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A complete listing of recalls can be found in the FDA Enforcement Report (http://www.fda.gov/opacom/Enforce.html). E.D. Smith USA Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Milk and Egg in "Classic Sensation And Garden Goodness Honey Dijon Dressing"
Contact:
Tracy Walter
1-877-627-6271, ext. 129
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- North East, PA -- September 1, 2005 -- E.D. Smith USA of North East, PA is recalling 16 ounce bottles of "Classic Sensation and Garden Goodness Honey Dijon Dressing" because they may contain undeclared milk and egg. People who have allergies to milk or egg run the risk of an allergic reaction if they consume these products.
The recalled "Classic Sensation and Garden Goodness Honey Dijon Dressings" were distributed nationwide in retail stores.
The product comes in a 16 ounce, clear plastic bottle. Classic Sensations Honey Dijon Dressing (UPC 36294-40006) is marked with use by date code of 08-10-06 08C (This code is followed by a 4-digit military time stamp), and Garden Goodness Honey Dijon Dressing (UPC 36294-10511) marked with use by date codes of 07-15-06 05C, 07-21-06 04C, 07-25-06 02C, 08-10-06 08C, and 08-18-06 02C
(The codes are followed by a 4-digit military time stamp). The codes are located on the back label.
No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this problem, and there is no risk to consumers who are not allergic to milk or egg.
The recall was initiated after it was discovered that the milk and egg containing product was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of milk and egg. Subsequent investigation indicates the two ingredients (milk, egg) were not on the ingredient statement of the package. This has been rectified.
Consumers who have purchased 16 ounce packages of "Classic Sensations or Garden Goodness Honey Dijon Dressing" are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with question may contact the company at 1-877-627-6271.
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| Harry & David Operations Corp. Issues Allergy Alert On Undeclared Milk Products In Spiced Apple Almonds
08-31-05
Harry & David Operations Corp. Issues Allergy Alert On Undeclared Milk Products In Spiced Apple Almonds
Recall -- Firm Press Release
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A complete listing of recalls can be found in the FDA Enforcement Report (http://www.fda.gov/opacom/Enforce.html).
Harry & David Operations Corp. Issues Allergy Alert On Undeclared Milk Products In Spiced Apple Almonds
Contact:
Bill Ihle
541 864-2145
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- Medford, OR -- August 31, 2005 -- Harry & David Operations, Corp. of Medford , Oregon is recalling 1400 bags of Spiced Apple Almonds, because they contain undeclared
milk products. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk products run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.
The bags of Spiced Apple Almonds were distributed throughout the United States in Harry and David retail stores and in mail order gifts.
The Spiced Apple Almonds sold in Harry and David retail stores are in 8 oz. clear plastic bags, tied with a ribbon. The lower left hand corner of the back label shows a "Best if used by" date of 07/28/06.
The mail order Spiced Apple Almonds are in 6 oz. bags in the Harvest Home Collection Basket, item
number 6266.. The lower left hand corner of the Spiced Apple Almonds label shows a code of 1815SF.
No illnesses have been reported to date.
The recall was initiated after it was discovered that product containing milk products were distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of milk products. Subsequent investigation indicates the problem was caused by a data entry error. The error has been corrected and future production will be unaffected. Measures have been put in place to prevent such errors in the future.
Consumers who have purchased Harry & David Spiced Apple Almonds are urged to return them to any Harry & David Store for a full refund. Consumers who have received Apple Spiced Almonds through a mail order shipment should contact Harry & David Customer Service at 800-345-5655 for a full refund. Consumers with questions also may contact the company at 1-800-345-5655.
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| RECALL NOTIFICATION, 002-2005, Ethnic Gourmet Foods, Chicken Biryani, Undeclared Allergen
01-11-05
RECALL NOTIFICATION, 002-2005, Ethnic Gourmet Foods, Chicken Biryani, Undeclared Allergen
-----Original Message-----
From: FSIS RecallNotification [mailto:FSIS.RecallNotification@fsis.usda.gov]
Sent: Tuesday, January 11, 2005 2:57 PM
To: 'PUBLIC HEALTH OFFICIAL'
Subject: RECALL NOTIFICATION, 002-2005, Ethnic Gourmet Foods, Chicken Biryani, Undeclared Allergen
RECALL NOTIFICATION REPORT
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
FOOD SAFETY AND INSPECTION SERVICE
PRODUCTS RECALLED: Trader Joe's Chicken Biryani Traditional Indian Style
PRODUCTION DATES/IDENTIFYING CODES: Produced on various dates between January 2000 and December 2004. The products subject to recall are: 12 oz. packages of "TRADER JOE'S Chicken Biryani, Traditional Indian Style White Chicken Biryani over Steamed Rice." Each package bears the code "0022 5250." The establishment code "P-19362" appears inside the USDA mark of inspection.
PROBLEM/REASON FOR RECALL: The product was marinated in yogurt, which was not declared on the label. Yogurt contains milk, a potential allergen.
HOW/WHEN DISCOVERED: The problem was discovered through a routine label audit conducted by the firm.
FEDERAL ESTABLISHMENT: 19362 P
Ethnic Gourmet Foods
190 Fountain Street
Framingham, MA 01702
CONSUMER CONTACT: Lisa Lehndorff, Consumer Affairs Manager, 303-581-1313
MEDIA CONTACT: Ellen Deutsch, Chief Growth Officer, 631-730-2212
QUANTITY RECALLED: Undetermined amount
DISTRIBUTION: Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania and Virginia.
RECALL CLASSIFICATION: Class I
RECALL NOTIFICATION LEVEL: Retail
PRESS RELEASE: Yes
DIRECT NOTIFICATION MEANS: The firm has notified its customers verbally and will follow up in writing.
FSIS FOLLOW-UP ACTIVITIES: Effectiveness checks by the FSIS, Office of Field Operations (OFO).
OTHER AGENCIES INVOLVED: None
FSIS CONTACTS:
FSIS Recall Coordinator: (518) 452-6870
Consumer Inquiries: 1-888-MPHotline (1-888-674-6854); TTY, 1-800-256-7072
Media Inquiries: 202-720-9113
Congressional Inquiries: 202-720-3897
Recall Management: 202-690-6389
Web site: http://www.fsis.usda.gov/Fsis_Recalls/
DATE OF RECALL MEETING: January 11, 2005
RECALL CASE NUMBER: 002-200
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Archway Cookies Recall
12-18-04
Archway Cookies Recall
Recall -- Firm Press Release
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withdrawals
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interested parties. FDA does not endorse either the product or the
company.
Archway Cookies Issues Product Recall: Glass fragments found in Some
Archway
Holiday Cashew Nougat Cookies
Contact:
Insert name here
Insert phone number here
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- Ashland, OH -- December 18, 2004 -- Archway
Cookies
is voluntarily recalling a limited quantity of 10 oz. Archway Holiday
Cashew
Nougat Cookies after the company learned that some of the cookies may
contain glass fragments, which may cause injury if ingested.
These products are sold to consumers throughout the United States.
No other Archway Cookies brand products have been involved in this
voluntary
recall which is being coordinated with the assistance of the Food and Drug
Administration. Only Archway Holiday Cashew Nougat Cookies with the
following date codes have been recalled.
Archway Holiday Cashew Nougat Cookie Recall Information:
10 oz. Cookie Packages
Product Code
Date Codes Affected
2750002054
FEB2005
FEB2805
FEB2905
MAR0305
MAR0405
MAR0505
MAR1005
MAR1105
MAR2405
*Product Codes on Cookie Packages: Consumers can find the product code on
the right-hand side of the package.
**Date Codes on Cookie Packages: The date code can be found on the bottom
right side of the front panel of the cookie package.
While no serious injuries or illnesses have been reported, Archway is
advising the public that cookies from the packages indicated above should
not be consumed.
Consumers who have purchased the above Archway Cookies should return them
to
the place of purchase for a full refund, whether the cookies have been
partially-consumed or not.
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| RECALL NOTIFICATION, 048-2004, Day-Lee Foods Inc., Pork Gyoza, Misbranding/Undeclared Allergen
12-17-04
RECALL NOTIFICATION, 048-2004, Day-Lee Foods Inc., Pork Gyoza, Misbranding/Undeclared Allergen
Linda Sperandio, LDN
Food Safety Compliance Coordinator
Massachusetts Department of Public Health
Food Protection Program
305 South Street, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
617-983-6767, FAX 617-983-6770
email: Linda.Sperandio@state.ma.us
webpage: www.mass.gov/dph/fpp
-----Original Message-----
From: FSIS RecallNotification [mailto:FSIS.RecallNotification@fsis.usda.gov]
Sent: Friday, December 17, 2004 10:53 PM
To: FSIS RecallNotification
Subject: RECALL NOTIFICATION, 048-2004, Day-Lee Foods Inc., Pork Gyoza, Misbranding/Undeclared Allergen
RECALL NOTIFICATION REPORT
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
FOOD SAFETY AND INSPECTION SERVICE
PRODUCTS RECALLED: TRADER JOE'S PORK GYOZA POTSTICKERS, PORK AND VEGETABLE DUMPLINGS."
PRODUCTION DATES/IDENTIFYING CODES: Produced 9/15/2004. The products subject to recall are: One pound bags of "TRADER JOE'S PORK GYOZA POTSTICKERS, PORK AND VEGETABLE DUMPLINGS." Each bag bears the code "2594DL1," on the bottom left corner, as well as "Est. 17309" inside the USDA mark of inspection, which is located on the nutrition facts panel.
PROBLEM/REASON FOR RECALL: The packages state that the gyozas are filled with pork, but they may instead contain shrimp, a known allergen.
HOW/WHEN DISCOVERED: The problem was discovered after the establishment received a consumer complaint.
FEDERAL ESTABLISHMENT: 17309 M
Day-Lee Foods Inc.
13055 E. Molette St.
Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670
CONSUMER CONTACT: Mark Miller, General Manager, 562-802-6801
MEDIA CONTACT: Mark Miller, General Manager, 562-802-6801
QUANTITY RECALLED: Approximately 25,000 pounds
DISTRIBUTION: potentially sold from Trader Joe's retail stores in Arizona, California, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Missouri, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Nevada, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Virginia and Washington.
RECALL CLASSIFICATION: Class I
RECALL NOTIFICATION LEVEL: Retail
PRESS RELEASE: Yes
DIRECT NOTIFICATION MEANS: The firm has notified its customers orally and will do so in writing.
FSIS FOLLOW-UP ACTIVITIES: Effectiveness checks by the FSIS, Office of Field Operations (OFO).
OTHER AGENCIES INVOLVED: U. S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
FSIS CONTACTS:
FSIS Recall Coordinator: (510)337-5000
Consumer Inquiries: 1-888-MPHotline (1-888-674-6854); TTY, 1-800-256-7072
Media Inquiries: 202-720-9113
Congressional Inquiries: 202-720-3897
Recall Management: 202-690-6389
Web site: http://www.fsis.usda.gov/oa/recalls/rec_intr.htm
DATE OF RECALL MEETING: December 17, 2004
RECALL CASE NUMBER: 048-2004
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| RECALL NOTIFICATION, 047-2004, Nancy*s Petite Quiche, Misbranding/Undeclared Allergen
12-17-04
RECALL NOTIFICATION, 047-2004, Nancy*s Petite Quiche, Misbranding/Undeclared Allergen
Linda Sperandio, LDN
Food Safety Compliance Coordinator
Massachusetts Department of Public Health
Food Protection Program
305 South Street, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
617-983-6767, FAX 617-983-6770
email: Linda.Sperandio@state.ma.us
webpage: www.mass.gov/dph/fpp
-----Original Message-----
From: FSIS RecallNotification [mailto:FSIS.RecallNotification@fsis.usda.gov]
Sent: Thursday, December 16, 2004 4:08 PM
To: PUBLIC HEALTH OFFICIAL
Subject: RECALL NOTIFICATION, 047-2004, Nancy*s Petite Quiche, Misbranding/Undeclared Allergen
<<RNR Recall 047-2004.doc>>
RECALL NOTIFICATION REPORT
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
FOOD SAFETY AND INSPECTION SERVICE
PRODUCTS RECALLED: Petite Quiche
PRODUCTION DATES/IDENTIFYING CODES: Packed and produced August 5, 2004. The product subject to recall is "NANCY*S Petite Quiche, Party Essentials, Gourmet Appetizers, 4 - Lorraine, 4 - Florentine, 4 - Three Cheese." Each package bears the code "77298 01285," and lot number "2184N" and "Est. 19294" inside the USDA seal of inspection.
PROBLEM/REASON FOR RECALL: The product possibly contains crab meat, a known allergen, which is not declared on the label.
HOW/WHEN DISCOVERED: The firm discovered the problem following a consumer complaint.
FEDERAL ESTABLISHMENT: 19294 M
Nancy's Specialty Foods
6500 Overlake Place
Newark, CA 94560
CONSUMER CONTACT: Diane DeMartini, Marketing Coordinator, 510-494-5293
MEDIA CONTACT: David Joiner, Vice-President of Operations, 510-494-5211
QUANTITY RECALLED: Approximately 30,700 pounds
DISTRIBUTION: Nationwide
RECALL CLASSIFICATION: Class I
RECALL NOTIFICATION LEVEL: Retail
PRESS RELEASE: Yes
DIRECT NOTIFICATION MEANS: The firm has notified its customers orally and will follow-up in writing.
FSIS FOLLOW-UP ACTIVITIES: Effectiveness checks by the FSIS, Office of Field Operations (OFO).
OTHER AGENCIES INVOLVED: FDA and DOD
FSIS CONTACTS:
FSIS Recall Coordinator: (510)337-5000
Consumer Inquiries: 1-888-MPHotline (1-888-674-6854); TTY, 1-800-256-7072
Media Inquiries: 202-720-9113
Congressional Inquiries: 202-720-3897
Recall Management: 202-690-6389
Web site: http://www.fsis.usda.gov/oa/recalls/rec_intr.htm
DATE OF RECALL MEETING: December 16, 2004
RECALL CASE NUMBER: 047-2004
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RECALLED: Frankfurters
11-08-04
RECALL NOTIFICATION REPORT
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
FOOD SAFETY AND INSPECTION SERVICE
PRODUCTS RECALLED: Frankfurters
PRODUCTION DATES/IDENTIFYING CODES: Produced
October 5 and 6, 2004.
The products subject to recall are packed in 1 to 5 pound
packages and bear the establishment code “EST. 5222” inside
the USDA mark of inspection. This RNR was updated on Nov.
10 to reflect that the products subject to recall may bear
one of two establishment numbers inside the USDA mark of
inspection. These establishment numbers are EST. 2701 and
EST. 5222.
The products subject to recall are:
• JORDAN’S NATURAL CASING Frankfurters.” Each product bears
the code “87374” or “87373” and the sell by date “DEC
14.”
• “JORDAN’S NATURAL CASING
Beef Knockwurst.” Each product bears the code “602509” and
the sell by date “DEC 15.”
• “JORDAN’S NATURAL CASING
Beef Franks.” Each product bears the code “87371” and
the sell by date “DEC 15.”
• “JORDAN’S NATURAL CASING
Frankfurters, PICNIC PACK.” Each product bears the
code “87370” and the sell by date “DEC
14.”
• “Deutschmacher Brand, NATURAL
CASING Knockwurst.” Each product bears the code “619319” and
the sell by date “DEC 14.”
• “Deutschmacher Brand, Individual
Cellophane Wrapped Frankfurters.” Each product bears
the code “619305” and the sell by date “DEC
15.”
• “Deutschmacher Brand, NATURAL
CASING Beef Knockwurst.” Each product bears the code “619310” and
the sell by date “DEC 15.”
• “ESSEM, FRANKFURTS.” Each
product bears one of the following codes: “606142,” “606117,” “606140.” Each
package also bears the sell by date “DEC 14” or
DEC 15.”
• “ESSEM, FRANKFURTS, Natural
Casing.” Each product bears one of the following codes: “606142,” “606117,” “606140.” Each
package also bears the sell by date “DEC 14” or
DEC 15.”
• “Kirschner, Natural Casing
Franforts.” Each product bears the code “600051” and
the sell by date “DEC 14” or DEC 15.”
• “Stop & Shop PREMIUM
Natural Casing Beef Franks.” Each product bears the
code “619416” and the sell by date “DEC
14” or DEC 15.”
• “Stop & Shop, PREMIUM
Natural Casing Franks.” Each product bears the code “619417” and
the sell by date “DEC 15.”
• “Ferraro’s FOOD CENTER,
Skinless Franks.” Each product bears the code “619432” and
the sell by date “DEC 15.”
• “Ferraro’s FOOD CENTER,
Natural Casing Franks.” Each product bears the code “619430” and
the sell by date “DEC 15.”
• “Hofmann Skinless Wieners.” Each
product bears the code “619457” and the sell
by date “DEC 15.”
• “Hofmann German Brand Franks.” Each
product bears the code “619452” and the sell
by date “DEC 15.”
• “Hofmann German Brand Franks.” Each
product bears the code “619491” and the sell
by date “DEC 15
PROBLEM/REASON FOR RECALL: The product
may be under processed.
HOW/WHEN DISCOVERED: The problem was discovered
through a consumer complaint to the firm. The firm verified
that the product was under processed through laboratory testing.
FEDERAL ESTABLISHMENT: 05222 M
Zemco Industries, Inc.
665 Perry Street
Buffalo, NY 14210
CONSUMER CONTACT: Consumer Services, 800-544-1427
MEDIA CONTACT: Libby Lawson, 479-290-3486
or 479-236-7983
QUANTITY RECALLED: Approximately 50,000
pounds
DISTRIBUTION: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts,
New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, and Vermont
RECALL CLASSIFICATION: Class I
RECALL NOTIFICATION LEVEL: Retail
PRESS RELEASE: Yes
DIRECT NOTIFICATION MEANS: The firm has
notified its customers orally and will follow up in writing.
FSIS FOLLOW-UP ACTIVITIES: Effectiveness
checks by the FSIS, Office of Field Operations (OFO).
OTHER AGENCIES INVOLVED: Department of
Defense
FSIS CONTACTS:
FSIS Recall Coordinator: (518)452-6870
Consumer Inquiries: 1-888-MPHotline (1-888-674-6854); TTY, 1-800-256-7072
Media Inquiries: 202-720-9113
Congressional Inquiries: 202-720-3897
Recall Management: 202-690-6389
Web site: http://www.fsis.usda.gov/oa/recalls/rec_intr.htm
DATE OF RECALL MEETING: November 08, 2004
RECALL CASE NUMBER: 041-2004
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RECALLED: Frozen, Fully Cooked Chicken Breast Strips
08-26-04
RECALL NOTIFICATION REPORT
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
FOOD SAFETY AND INSPECTION SERVICE
PRODUCTS RECALLED: Frozen, Fully Cooked Chicken Breast Strips
PRODUCTION DATES/IDENTIFYING CODES: Produced July 20, 21
and 27, 2004. The products being recalled are:
•28 lb. packages of “NEW, Banquet, CHICKEN BREAST
STRIPS, Breaded Chicken Breast Patties with Rib Meat, ORIGINAL.” Each
product bears the “Best if used by” date of either “JUL
20 2005” or “JUL 27 2005.” Each package bears
the establishment code “P-107.”
•28 lb. packages of “MADE WITH CHICKEN BREAST
with Rib Meat, Banquet, CHICKEN BREAST STRIPS, ORIGINAL.” Each
product bears the “Best if used by” date of “JUL
20 2005” or “JUL 21 2005.” Each package
bears the establishment code “P-107.”
PROBLEM/REASON FOR RECALL: This product may be contaminated
with pieces of metal.
HOW/WHEN DISCOVERED: Consumer complaints were reported to
FSIS regarding the presence of extraneous materials (large
pieces of metal) in chicken strip products.
FEDERAL ESTABLISHMENT: 00107 P
ConAgra Foods
204 Vine Street
Macon, MO 63552
CONSUMER CONTACT: Stephanie Siedschlag, Director Consumer
Affairs, 402-595-6088
MEDIA CONTACT: Tania Graves, Communications Director, 402-595-6258
QUANTITY RECALLED: Approximately 85,600 pounds
DISTRIBUTION: Nationwide
RECALL CLASSIFICATION: Class I
RECALL NOTIFICATION LEVEL: Retail
PRESS RELEASE: Yes
DIRECT NOTIFICATION MEANS: The firm has notified its customers
orally and will follow up in writing.
FSIS FOLLOW-UP ACTIVITIES: Effectiveness checks by the FSIS,
Office of Field Operations (OFO).
OTHER AGENCIES INVOLVED: None
FSIS CONTACTS:
FSIS Recall Coordinator: (785) 841-5600
Consumer Inquiries: 1-888-MPHotline (1-888-674-6854); TTY,
1-800-256-7072
Media Inquiries: 202-720-9113
Congressional Inquiries: 202-720-3897
Recall Management: 202-690-6389
Web site: http://www.fsis.usda.gov/oa/recalls/rec_intr.htm
DATE OF RECALL MEETING: August 26, 2004
RECALL CASE NUMBER: 034-2004
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