The forty-eight confirmed cases occurred in British Columbia (11), Alberta (12), Manitoba (19), and Ontario (6) during the weeks of May 8, 2022, through May 22, 2022.
All of the interviewed victims reported eating spot prawns before their illnesses occurred.
On May 31st, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CF’IA) issued a recall notice for several lots of Tri-Star Seafood Supply Ltd live spot prawns. The prawns were sold in British Columbia, Alberta, Manitoba, and Ontario, and may have been distributed in other provinces and territories.
The recalled prawns were identified as:
Tri-Star Seafood Supply Ltd. live spot prawns:- Lot codes AJ200-021, CA001-1532, and CA001-1540. Variable package size. No UPC.
The CFIA warns that the agency’s ongoing investigation may lead to recalls of other products.
What consumers need to know
Acute gastrointestinal illnesses such as norovirus are common in North America and are very contagious, affecting all age groups. However, pregnant women, people with compromised immune systems, young children and the elderly are at risk for developing more serious complications, like dehydration.
Spot prawns contaminated with noroviruses may look, smell and taste normal. The following safe food-handling practices will reduce your risk of getting sick:
Do not eat, use, sell, or serve the recalled spot prawns. Check to see if you have the recalled spot prawns at home. If you do, throw them out and wash your hands.
Avoid eating raw or undercooked spot prawns.
Eat spot prawns right away after cooking and refrigerate leftovers.
Always keep raw and cooked spot prawns separate to avoid cross-contamination.
Do not use the same plate or utensils for raw and cooked spot prawns.
Wash your hands well with soap before and after handling any food.
Be sure to clean and sanitize cutting boards, counters, knives and other utensils after preparing raw foods.
Noroviruses can be transmitted by ill individuals. Cleaning and disinfecting practices are the key to preventing further illnesses in your home.
Thoroughly clean contaminated surfaces, especially after an episode of illness.
After vomiting or diarrhea, immediately remove and wash clothing or linens that may be contaminated with the virus (use hot water and soap).
If you have been diagnosed with norovirus illness or any other gastrointestinal illness, do not prepare food or pour drinks for other people while you have symptoms, and for the first 48 hours after you recover.
Here is today’s list of food safety recalls, product withdrawals, allergy alerts and miscellaneous compliance issues. The live links will take you directly to the official recall notices and company news releases that contain detailed information for each recall and alert.
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United States
OUTBREAK INVESTIGATION UPDATE: FDA reports a multistate outbreak of 17 hepatitis A infections (12 hospitalizations) in the United States linked to fresh organic strawberries. These potentially contaminated strawberries were imported from Baja California, a state in northern Mexico and branded as FreshKampo and HEB by a common supplier. The strawberries may have been sold at HEB, Kroger, Safeway, Sprouts Farmers Market, Trader Joe’s, Walmart, Weis Markets, and WinCo Foods, and may also have been available at other retailers.
Food Safety Recall:Paris Brothers, Inc. recalls several specific cheese products due to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected products.
Canada
OUTBREAK INVESTIGATION / Food Safety Recall: Tri-Star Seafood Supply Ltd. recalls Tri-Star Seafood Supply Ltd. brand Live Spot Prawns (Variable size; Codes AJ200-021, CA001-1532, CA001-1540) due to possible Norovirus contamination. The recalled product has been sold in British Columbia, Alberta, Manitoba, and Ontario, and may have been distributed in other provinces and territories. This recall was triggered by findings by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency during its investigation into a foodborne illness outbreak.
Food Safety Recall: Épicerie Frenette (Beresford, NB) recalls Whole rasberries (frozen) (350g; Packaging (“Emballage”) dates from 17-AL-22 to 17-MA-22 inclusive; UPC 0 201250 705008) due to possible Norovirus contamination.
Food Safety Recall: Épicerie Segal (Montréal, QC) recalls Framboises entières IQF / Whole raspberries, frozen (1 kg; Lot #XT21253; Best before 2023-SE-09) due to possible Norovirus contamination. Illnesses have been reported that may be associated with this product.
Food Safety Recall: La Bernoise boucherie charcuterie inc. (Pierrefonds, Montréal, QC) recalls SAUMON FUMÉ / Smoked salmon (Variable sizes; Sold up to 31 May 2022) due to lack of food safety assurance.
Food Safety Recall: Euro Victoria Marché européen (Montréal, QC) recalls Darne de saumon fumé à froid / Cold-smoked salmon steak, Sprats fumés à froid / Cold-smoked sprats (Variable sizes; Sold up to 31 May 2022), and Smoked Atlantic salmon slices (454g; Sold up to 31 May 2022) due to lack of food safety assurance.
Europe
Allergy Alert (Ireland): Aguulp recalls Aguulp For Gut Liquid Food Supplement Natural Mint Flavouring (All pack sizes; all date codes up to and including March 2024 ) due to undeclared milk.
Allergy Alert (Italy): PEDON S.P.A.recalls CUCINA E SAPORI brand SEMI DI CHIA (Salvia Hispanica) / Chia seeds (250g; Best before 11/06/23) due to undeclared soy.
Allergy Alert (Italy): PEDON S.P.A.recalls DBT brand SEMI DI CHIA (Salvia Hispanica) / Chia seeds (250g; Best before 19/06/23) due to undeclared soy.
Allergy Alert (Italy): PEDON S.P.A.recalls DBT brand SEMI DI CHIA (Salvia Hispanica) / Chia seeds (150g; Best before 18/06/23) due to undeclared soy.
Allergy Alert (Luxembourg):Delhaize recalls McCain brandPurè al naturale / Natural purée (Use by 07/2023) due to undeclared milk and gluten.
Allergy Alert (Italy): PEDON S.P.A.recalls Squire brand Chia seeds (150g; All Batch numbers) due to undeclared soy.
Food Safety Recall (Finland): IKEA recalls SYLT JORDGUBB luomumansikkahillo / Organic strawberry jam (400g; Best before 1.3.2023, 2.3.2023, 3.3.2023 and 28.3.2023) due to foreign matter contamination (pieces of plastic).
Food Safety Recall (France): MAISON RIVETrecalls Jambon persillé maison / Homemade ham with parsley (Sold by the slice; produced 19/05/2022) due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination.
Food Safety Recall (Italy): Ikea of Sweden AB recalls Sylt Jordgubb Confettura di fragole bio / Organic strawberry jam (400g; Best before 1.3.2023, 2.3.2023, 3.3.2023 and 28.3.2023) due to foreign matter contamination (pieces of plastic).
Food Safety Recall (Luxembourg): Food Safety Authority recalls VerivalbrandBio Buchweizen / Organic Buckwheat (500g; Lot 1022311321; Best before 23/08/2022) due to elevated aflatoxin level.
Food Safety Recall (UK): Co-op recalls Co-op Tuna Chunks in Sunflower Oil (3 x 145g; Best before 31 August 2026) and Co-op Tuna Chunks in Springwater (3 x 145g; Best before 31 August 2024) due to possible foreign matter contamination (pieces of metal).
Asia, Africa and the Pacific Islands
Food Safety Recall (Israel): Subhi Nahala & Sons Ltd recalls Nahala Spices Brand Ground Nutmeg (100g; all expiration dates up to and including 13/04/23) due to elevated levels of aflatoxin.
Australia and New Zealand
Food Safety Recall (Australia): Dineamic Australia Pty Ltd recalls Dineamic Creamy Pesto Pumpkin Gnocchi With Broccoli (360g; Use by 08 JUN 22, 10 JUN 22, 12 JUN 22) due to foreign matter contamination (plastic).
Here is today’s list of food safety recalls, product withdrawals, allergy alerts and miscellaneous compliance issues. The live links will take you directly to the official recall notices and company news releases that contain detailed information for each recall and alert.
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Allergy Alert: White Cane Sockeye Salmon LLC recalls Wild Alaskan Cooked and Smoked Salmon (Sold frozen; No lot code or best by date on the packages) due to undeclared soy and wheat.
Food Safety Recall:QueensMade Lemonade LLC recalls all its juice-type products, including all lemonade flavors as well as its Ginger Turmeric shots, because they were produced without the benefit of inspection and the safety parameters were not able to be verified. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected products.
Food Safety Recall: Smithfield Packaged Meats Corp. recalls approximately 185,610 pounds of ready-to-eat (RTE) bacon topping products due to possible foreign matter contamination (metal).
Food Safety Recall: Boucherie Fruits et Légumes Guiges inc.(Saint-Bruno-de Guigues, QC) recalls Mantab brand FRAMBOISES ENTIÈRES IQF / Frozen whole raspberries (1 kg; Lot XT21253; Best before 2023-SE-09; Product of China) due to possible Norovirus contamination.
Europe
Allergy Alert (France): BRETZEL BURGARDrecalls BURGARD brand BOULES BRETZELS EMMENTAL / Pretzel rolls with Emmental (4-pack; Lot 12136; Use by 20/05/2022) due to undeclared sesame.
Allergy Alert (Germany): FKS Frischkonzept Service GmbH recalls NORD HOLLÄNDISCHER SCHNITTKÄSE MIT GARTENKRÄUTERN 50% Fett / NORTH DUTCH SLICED CHEESE WITH GARDEN HERBS 50% fat (Best before dates up to and including 02-06-2022) due to undeclared egg.
Allergy Alert (Netherlands): DekaMarkt recalls DekaVers Stokbrood wit / French white bread (2 x 200g; All Best before dates) due to undeclared soy.
Allergy Alert (Scotland): Aye Pickled Ltd recalls Aye Pickled Curried Kraut (330g; Batch code019/1; Best before 30 September 2022) due to undeclared mustard.
Food Safety Recall (France): IDF AVRAINVILLE recalls Viande hachée / Ground meat (Ground on site and sold in bulk; Produced 19/05 et 20/05) due to possible foreign matter contamination (metal).
Food Safety Recall (France): LA BOVIDA SA LA BOVIDA LE SUBDRAY recalls LA GRANDE EPICERIE DE PARIS brand MELANGE TANDOORI / Tandoori mix (50g; Lot PR22050183; Best before 31/05/2024) due to Salmonella contamination.
Food Safety Recall (France): LA BOVIDA SA LA BOVIDA LE SUBDRAY recalls LA GRANDE EPICERIE DE PARIS brand MELANGE TAJINE / Tajine mix (40g; Lot PR22050247; Best before 30/04/2024) due to Salmonella contamination.
Food Safety Recall (France): LA BOVIDA SA LA BOVIDA LE SUBDRAY recalls LA BOVIDA brand SAFRAL COLORANTS RENFORCES / Safral reinforced dyes (500g; Lot PR22040542; Best before 30/04/2024) due to Salmonella contamination.
Food Safety Recall (France): SCAMARK E.LECLERC recalls VOLANDRY brand POULET CUIT FUME / Cooked smoked chicken (Use by 08/06/2022) due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination.
Food Safety Recall (France): GERMLINE recalls GERMLINE brand Graines germées biologiques Alfalfa / Organic alfalfa sprouts (60g & 100g; Lot 220516; Use by 30/05/2022) due to Salmonella contamination.
Food Safety Recall (France): GERMLINE recalls GERMLINE brand Graines germées biologiques Alfalfa-radis-fenouil / Organic alfalfa-radish-fennel sprouts (60g & 100g; Lot 220516; Use by 30/05/2022) due to Salmonella contamination.
Food Safety Recall (France): GERMLINE recalls GERMLINE brand Graines germées biologiques Alfalfa-roquette / Organic alfalfa-rocket sprouts (60g & 100g; Lot 220516; Use by 30/05/2022) due to Salmonella contamination.
Food Safety Recall (France): GERMLINE recalls GERMLINE brand Graines germées biologiques alfalfa-cresson / Organic alfalfa-watercress sprouts (60g & 100g; Lot 220516; Use by 30/05/2022) due to Salmonella contamination.
Food Safety Recall (France): SCEA DU CERISIER EARL du Cerisier recalls SCEA du Cerisier brand pâté croute moutarde ancienne / Old-fashioned mustard pâté with crust (Use by 24/05/2022) due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination.
Food Safety Recall (France): METRO FRANCE recalls METRO CHEF brand Farine de blé noir fluide / Buckwheat flour (1 kg; Lot 503118CS11; Best before 28/10/2022 & 29/10/2022) due to possible Salmonella contamination.
Food Safety Recall (France): BCT 500 recalls SOLEANE brand Taboulé libanais / Lebanese tabbouleh (230g; Lot 126; Use by 22/05/2022) due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination.
Food Safety Recall (France): BCT 500 recalls SOLEANE brand Taboulé libanais / Lebanese tabbouleh (350g; Lot 129; Use by 25/05/2022) due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination.
Food Safety Recall (France): BCT 500 recalls SOLEANE brand Piémontaise / Piedmontesesalad (400g; Lot 129; Use by 25/05/2022) due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination.
Food Safety Recall (France): L’Aquarium recalls Huitres No. 2 / Oysters (Lot 110522H) due to E. coli contamination.
Food Safety Recall (Luxembourg): Germline recalls various Germline brand organic sprouts due to possible Salmonella contamination. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected products.
Food Safety Recall (Netherlands): Dirk recalls 1 de Beste Baguettes wit / White bread baguettes (2-pack; Best before 14-08-2022) due to foreign matter contamination (metal particles).
Asia, Africa and the Pacific Islands
Food Safety Recall (Israel): Dr. Lemon’s recalls lemonade concentrate, orange concentrate, and lemon sorbet because the products were manufactured without benefit of inspection. Please refer to the recall notice for a complete list of affected products.
Australia and New Zealand
Allergy Alert (Australia): Parsram Foods Pty Ltdrecalls Deep Coriander Chutney (283g; All Use By dates up to and including 12.03.2023) due to undeclared sesame.
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