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Outbreak/Illness Investigations
GERMANY (Update): Health authorities report that an ongoing shiga toxin-producing E. coli outbreak in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania has escalated, reaching 31 confirmed cases as of 03 Sept 2025. Twelve victims have developed hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS). Most of the victims are children.
JAPAN: 144 people in Asahikawa City reported food poisoning symptoms, such as diarrhea and vomiting, after eating boxed lunches prepared by a local catering company. Vibrio parahaemolyticus was identified as the causative agent.
SWEDEN: The Public Health Agency is investigating seven cases of Salmonella Enteritidis infections believed to be linked to consumption of shell eggs.
United States
Food Safety Recall: TAMPA MAID FOODS, LLC recalls certain products containing shrimp due to possible Cesium-137 contamination.
Canada
Allergy Alert: Old Dutch Foods Ltd. recalls Old Dutch brand Ridgies Sour Cream, Green Onion & Bacon Flavour Potato Chips (200g; Best before 2025 NO 06, 2025 NO 07, 2025 NO 13, 2025 NO 24, 2025 NO 25, 2025 NO 26; UPC 0 66343 21623 2) due to undeclared milk.
Food Safety Recall: Soltan Bakery recalls various pistachio-containing products due to Salmonella contamination.
Ireland and United Kingdom
No Alerts
Hong Kong and Singapore
Food Safety Recall (Hong Kong): City Super Limited recalls Gillot Mini Camembert Raw Milk Cheese (150g; Batch no. 183511; Use by September 4, 2025; Product of France) due to possible shiga toxin-producing E. coli contamination.
Australia and New Zealand
No Alerts
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