Outbreaks

The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture has issued a warning to consumers about a food outbreak linked to Conoco View Dairy's raw milk products. The outbreak, caused by Campylobacter contamination, has reportedly made 11 people sick across Cumberland, Juniata, Perry, Snyder, and York Counties.

The outbreak was traced … See More
back to raw milk products sold by Conoco View Dairy. The products were sold in plastic pints, quarts, and gallons, as well as glass quarts. They were available at the dairy's retail outlet at 410 Clarks Run Road in Blain, Perry County, and other retail locations in Cumberland, Juniata, Perry, Snyder, and York Counties. The dairy also delivered products directly to homes in Dauphin, Perry, and Juniata County and at drop-off points in Harrisburg, Carlisle, Enola, and Mechanicsburg.

The issue came to light after the Department of Agriculture conducted tests following 11 reports of campylobacteriosis illnesses in December and January. The tests confirmed the presence of Campylobacter in the dairy products. While the source of the bacteria is clear, the specific production dates could not be pinpointed, leading to the recommendation that all products, including those in consumers' freezers, should be discarded.

In case you experience Campylobacter symptoms such as diarrhea (often bloody), fever, nausea, vomiting, and stomach cramps, report it now. It can help to detect & resolve outbreaks early and prevent others from being harmed, and it enables better surveillance. If symptoms persist, seek medical care.

Source: www.media.pa.gov/pages/agriculture_details.aspx?newsid=1369
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Over 100 passengers and crew members aboard the Queen Victoria, a Cunard Cruise Line ship, have fallen ill in a gastrointestinal outbreak during a voyage from January 22 to February 12, 2024. The predominant symptoms reported include diarrhea and vomiting, with the causative agents currently unknown. The … See More
cruise departed on Jan. 11 from Southampton, England and the outbreak was logged by the CDC when the ship stopped in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

The outbreak, affecting 6.58% of passengers and 1.55% of crew members, has prompted an investigation into Queen Victoria's voyage number V404. The total number of people affected stands at 120 out of 1,824 passengers and 15 out of 967 crew members. It's important to note that these figures represent the total cases for the entire voyage and do not indicate the number of active cases at any given port of call or at disembarkation.

The issue came to light when the Cunard Cruise Line and the crew aboard the ship increased cleaning and disinfection procedures as part of the ship’s outbreak prevention and response plan. Ill passengers and crew were isolated, and the Vessel Sanitation Program (VSP) is remotely monitoring the situation, including reviewing the ship’s outbreak response and sanitation procedures.

As the investigation continues, passengers and crew members are advised to remain vigilant about their health.

In case you experience vomiting, diarrhea, and nausea, report it now. It can help to detect & resolve outbreaks early and prevent others from being harmed, and it enables better surveillance. If symptoms persist, seek medical care.

Source: www.cdc.gov/nceh/vsp/surv/outbreak/2024/Queen-Victoria-1-29.html
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The FSAI announced an alert related to SuperValu Chicken and Ham Pie due to the presence of undeclared soya. The mispacked product affected is from a batch with a use-by date of 26.01.2024, originating in Ireland.

The affected batch of SuperValu Chicken and Ham Pie was incorrectly … See More
packed with Steak and Onion Pie, which contains soya as an ingredient. However, this was not declared in the list of ingredients. Soya, a common allergen, can cause serious health risks to consumers who are allergic or intolerant to it. Therefore, this batch is deemed unsafe for individuals with soya allergies or intolerances.

The Pie's pack size is 275g, and it is marked with Allergy Alert Notification 2024.A01.

Do not consume recalled products to which you are allergic or sensitive as they may cause a serious or life-threatening reaction; and do not serve, use, sell or distribute recalled products.

Source: www.fsai.ie/news-and-alerts/allergen-alerts/recall-of-a-batch-of-supervalu-chicken-ham-275g-du
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The evacuated Barton House residents, currently staying at the Holiday Inn, have been hit by a norovirus outbreak. Several residents have exhibited symptoms of vomiting, diarrhoea, and rashes.

Further details reveal that the norovirus outbreak has led to the involvement of several organizations including the UK Health … See More
Security Agency (UKHSA), Bristol City Council, and the Integrated Care Board, to determine the necessary course of action to curb the spread of the virus in the hotel. Concerns have escalated as over 60 households from Barton House, displaced for over two months, are currently residing in the hotel.

The outbreak was first recognized following a series of complaints regarding the living conditions at the hotel. The complaints, specifically about the standard of food and communication from the council, led to an investigation that ultimately unveiled the norovirus outbreak.

Residents have been advised to quarantine in their rooms for a minimum of two days post-sickness to help prevent further contagion. The hotel, in response to the outbreak, has initiated measures such as in-room meal deliveries, replacement bedding, and intensive cleaning operations.

Despite these precautions, the situation remains critical. Residents experiencing persistent symptoms are strongly advised to seek medical attention as soon as possible. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention. The relevant authorities continue to monitor the situation closely and are taking necessary actions to safeguard the residents' health while ensuring the outbreak is properly managed.

Norovirus is very contagious and is easily transmitted from person to person most through the oral/fecal route. Considering that hand sanitizer does NOT work against this virus, it is important to wash your hands with soap frequently. Use bleach to clean and disinfect surfaces.

In case you experience Norovirus symptoms, such as vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain, and nausea, report it now. It can help to detect & resolve outbreaks early and prevent others from being harmed, and it enables better surveillance. If symptoms persist, seek medical care

Source: www.bristol247.com/news-and-features/news/evacuated-barton-house-residents-face-norovirus-outbreak-at-hotel/
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The Black Country Derby involving Wolves Women and Albion Women has been postponed due to a food poisoning outbreak. Affecting 14 players and 4 staff. The outbreak, which has been linked to food provided at the FA Cup at Reading last weekend, has affected both home team's … See More
players and staff members at Wolves. According to Laura Nicholls, the Wolf’s Academy Manager for Operations, symptoms of sickness were reported between Monday and Tuesday, with this alarming rise in number, the management had to take the tough call of postponing the match.

It was only after an increasing number of people showed symptoms including players and staff that the issue was identified as food poisoning. Some have seen serious effects, highlighting the severity of the situation. This has led to the cancellation of the group's weekly training session and subsequent game, indicating the gravity of the situation.

While the team and staff members are recuperating, Wolves has decided to place the health of their players and staff at the forefront.

In case you experience vomiting, diarrhea, and nausea, report it now. It can help to detect & resolve outbreaks early and prevent others from being harmed, and it enables better surveillance. If symptoms persist, seek medical care.

Source: www.shropshirestar.com/sport/football/wolverhampton-wanderers-fc/2024/01/18/wolves-women-postpone-black-country-derby-due-to-concerning-outbreak/
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The CDC published an update on the multistate outbreak of Salmonella infections linked to charcuterie meats, specifically to the Busseto and Fratelli Beretta brands. Since the last update, 23 more illnesses have been reported. As of January 17, 2024, a total of 47 people infected with the … See More
outbreak strain of Salmonella have been reported from 22 states (AZ, CO, CT, ID, IL, KY, MD, MI, MN, MO, NE, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PA, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, and WI). 10 have been hospitalized and no deaths have been reported. Illnesses started on dates ranging from November 20, 2023, to January 1, 2024.

The products that may be contaminated include twin-packs of Busseto brand Charcuterie Sampler, sold at Sam’s Club, and the Fratelli Beretta brand Antipasto Gran Beretta sold at Costco. Both products are suspected to be contaminated with the Salmonella pathogen, affecting consumers across a wide geographical range. The ongoing investigations will identify if any additional products are contaminated.

Fratelli Barretta recalled a single lot of the Busseto brand Charcuterie Sampler because of testing by Minnesota that identified Salmonella in the product.

The CDC, along with other health officials, are advising the public to avoid consumption, sale, or serving of all lots of Busseto brand Charcuterie Sampler from Sam’s Club or Fratelli Beretta brand Antipasto Gran Beretta from Costco until the active investigation concludes. In response to the outbreak, Sam’s Club and Costco have removed these products from their stores. See more iwaspoisoned.com/outbreak/busseto-charcuterie-sampler-fratelli-beretta-antipasto-gran-beretta-health-alert-due-to-salmonella#scroll

In case you are experiencing Salmonella symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal cramps, and fever, it is important to report it. It can help to detect & resolve outbreaks early and prevent others from being harmed, and it enables better surveillance. If symptoms persist, seek medical care.

Source: www.cdc.gov/salmonella/charcuterie-meats-01-24/index.html
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I can't tell if this is hamburger meat.

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No, this is not hamburger meat. It's sliced salami, coppa or prosciutto. A cured ham. It's not beef at all.

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🤔 You mean beef?

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No, not beef, this is not hamburger meat. It's sliced salami, coppa or prosciutto. A cured ham. It's not beef at all.

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No, this is not hamburger meat. It's sliced salami, coppa or prosciutto. A cured ham. It's not beef at all.

The FSIS has issued a public health alert over potential Salmonella contamination in ready-to-eat charcuterie meat products. Specifically, the alert pertains to Busseto brand Charcuterie Sampler and Fratelli Beretta brand Antipasto Gran Beretta. It is suspected that these products are linked to a reported outbreak of 47 … See More
Salmonella I 4:i:- illnesses across 22 states.

The affected Fratelli Beretta brand Antipasto Gran Beretta was retailed at Costco in 24-oz. twin-packs, while the Busseto brand Charcuterie Sampler was sold at Sam's Club in 18-oz. twin-packs. The alert applies to all lot codes associated with these products, which are no longer available for purchase in Costco and Sam's Club.

The products of concern bear establishment number "EST. 7543B" and/or "EST. #47967" either inside the USDA mark of inspection or printed on the packaging.

The FSIS, along with the CDC and state public health partners, have been examining an outbreak of Salmonella I 4:i:- illnesses with onset dates ranging from November 20, 2023, to January 1, 2024. This ongoing investigation led to recall 01-2024 on January 3, 2024, initiated after the state of Minnesota identified the outbreak strain from an unopened Busseto brand charcuterie sampler.

Salmonella, the pathogen suspected of contaminating these products, leads to salmonellosis, a common bacterial foodborne illness. Symptoms include diarrhea, abdominal cramps, and fever appearing 6 hours to 6 days after consumption of the contaminated product. The illness typically lasts between 4 to 7 days. Hospitalization may be necessary in severe cases or for patients considered at risk, such as older adults, infants, and those with compromised immune systems.

The FSIS expresses concern that some of these products may still be in consumers' refrigerators and encourages individuals who have purchased these products not to consume them.

In case you are experiencing Salmonella symptoms, it is important to report it. It can help to detect & resolve outbreaks early and prevent others from being harmed, and it enables better surveillance. If symptoms persist, seek medical care.

Source: www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls-alerts/fsis-issues-public-health-alert-ready-eat-charcuterie-products-due-possible
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The FSIS is issuing a public health alert because Dim Sum Factory Inc., produced and distributed raw, frozen pork dumpling products without the benefit of federal inspection. These products were shipped to a distributor in New York and sold online nationwide. There have been no confirmed reports … See More
of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products.

The affected product is:
- 1.5-lb. vacuum-packed packages containing "GOGO DUMPLING Pork & Shepherd's Purse Wontons (Handmade)."

This product was produced on various dates since September 6, 2023, and has a shelf life of 18 months. It bears the establishment number "EST. 1656" inside the USDA mark of inspection.

A recall was not requested because the products are no longer available for purchase.

The problem was discovered during routine FSIS surveillance activities. FSIS determined that the location where the pork wonton products were being produced was not on the official premises of the establishment and, therefore, was not inspected.

FSIS is concerned that some products may be in consumers' freezers. Do not consume the affected product.

In case you experience harm from this product, it is important to report it. It can help to detect & resolve issues and prevent others from being harmed, and it enables better surveillance. If symptoms persist, seek medical care.

Source: www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls-alerts/fsis-issues-public-health-alert-raw-frozen-pork-dumpling-products-produced-without
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Los Angeles County Department of Public Health reports an outbreak of over 150 cases of suspected gastrointestinal illness. The source appears to be consumption of raw oysters, potentially infected with norovirus, indiscriminately sourced from three particular areas in Mexico: Laguna De Guerrero Negro, Baja California, Mexico; Laguna … See More
Manuela, Baja California, Mexico; and Bahia Salina, Sonora, Mexico.

These specific areas have become a prime focus of the ongoing investigation due to the striking correlation between the consumption of raw oysters procured from these areas and reported cases of suspected norovirus. Public Health is collaborating with the California Department of Public Health to further confirm findings and pin down the exact source.

Public Health has since issued a warning to all consumers advising them to inquire about the origin of raw oysters at restaurants or vendors before consuming. It is crucial that consumers remain informed about the sources of their food and vigilant about the potential risks.

In case you experience vomiting, diarrhea, and nausea, report it now. It can help to detect & resolve outbreaks early and prevent others from being harmed, and it enables better surveillance. If symptoms persist, seek medical care.

Source: publichealth.lacounty.gov/phcommon/public/media/mediapubhpdetail.cfm?prid=4614
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Updated Investigation can be seen here: iwaspoisoned.com/incident/updated-investigation-of-elevated-lead-and-chromium-levels-in-applesauce-pouches

The FDA and CDC published an update on the investigation of multiple brands of apple cinnamon fruit pouches due to Elevated Lead Levels.

The affected products are:
- WanaBana apple cinnamon fruit puree pouches. They were sold nationally and are … See More
available through multiple retailers including Amazon, Dollar Tree, and other online outlets.
- Schnuck brand cinnamon-flavored applesauce pouches and variety pack. They were sold at Schnucks and Eatwell Markets grocery stores.
- Weis brand cinnamon applesauce pouches (i.e., specific lots of UPC 041497216123). They were sold at Weis grocery stores.

As of January 16, 2024, The FDA has received 89 confirmed complaints/reports of adverse events potentially linked to the recalled products. individuals who have officially filed complaints or experienced adverse events that meet the FDA's criteria range in age from zero to 53 years, with a median age of one year old.

Further exploration of the situation reveals the extent of the outbreak. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in collaboration with national health departments, have reported a total of 354 potential cases across 41 different states. These cases involve individuals who consumed the recalled product after November 2022 and had blood lead levels of 3.5 µg/dL or higher within three months. The CDC and FDA are utilizing different data sources in their reports, creating some discrepancies in the count of affected individuals.

The FDA's ongoing investigation is aimed at not only locating the exact point of contamination but also determining whether other products may be linked to the adverse health occurrences. In testing of the recalled products and the cinnamon from manufacturing facility Austrofoods, chromium has been discovered. The exact form of chromium remains undetermined, but the lead-to-chromium ratio is consistent with that of lead chromate.

Ingestion of Food contaminated with chromium (VI), a component of lead chromate, leads to abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, anemia, renal and hepatic dysfunction. Some people might not experience any symptoms. In any case, consumers who have consumed the recalled product and are experiencing any adverse health effects should inform their healthcare providers about their possible exposure to harmful levels of chromium and lead.

If you or your child are experiencing symptoms after eating this product it is important to report it. It can help to detect & resolve outbreaks early and prevent others from being harmed, and it enables better surveillance. If symptoms persist seek medical attention.

Source: www.fda.gov/food/outbreaks-foodborne-illness/investigation-elevated-lead-chromium-levels-cinnamon-applesauce-pouches-november-2023
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