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Botulism Food Poisoning

Botulism food poisoning is caused by toxins released by clostridium botulinum bacteria found in improperly canned or preserved food. Symptoms can start as soon as 12 hours after ingestion and can include abdominal cramps, blurry vision, muscle weakness, nausea, and ultimately respiratory failure.

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Diagnosis: Botulism

Épicerie Basta Company, located at 505 Rue Rachel Est, Montreal, QC, Canada, has issued a recall for its broccoli and butternut squash and ginger soups due to potential contamination with Clostridium botulinum bacteria. The recall was announced in collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food … See More
(MAPAQ) and the Food Inspection Division of the City of Montreal. The products were sold until April 23, 2024, exclusively at the Épicerie Basta establishment. No cases of illness associated with the consumption of these products have been reported to MAPAQ to date.

The recalled products include
- Broccoli Soup (1 litre size)
- Butternut and Ginger Soup (1 litre size)
The soups were packaged in transparent plastic bags and sold refrigerated.

If you have this product at home, do not consume it and return it to the store where it was purchased.

In case you experienced Botulism symptoms such as diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain, 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.quebec.ca
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Boucherie Les Saules inc., located at 2070 Boulevard Masson, Québec City, QC, Canada, in collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food, has issued a recall for its Taouk brand vegetable and mushroom and sesame soups. The recall is due to improper storage methods that could … See More
potentially lead to the growth of Clostridium botulinum bacteria. To date, no illnesses have been reported in connection with these products.

The recalled products are
- Mushrooms & sesame (750 ml)
- Vegetables (750 ml)
The products were sold until April 23, 2024, and were packaged in glass jars with black metal lids. They were sold at room temperature at the establishment mentioned above. The products are not showing any signs of spoilage or suspicious odor.

If you have this product at home, do not consume it and return it to the store where it was purchased. Products could be contaminated with the bacteria Clostridium botulinum. Foods contaminated with the toxin of this bacterium when ingested can cause the following symptoms: facial paralysis, non-reactive or fixed pupils, difficulty swallowing, drooping eyelids, etc, impaired vision and speech. In severe cases, the disease can cause death.

In case you experienced Botulism symptoms, 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.quebec.ca
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Quebec's Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food, in collaboration with Hébergement Copaco Anticosti Inc. (Fumoir Musquaro), has issued a warning against consuming a specific smoked salmon product due to improper preparation and packaging that could lead to bacterial contamination. Sold by Fumoir Musquaro located at 3 Rue … See More
du Copaco, Port-Menier, QC, Canada and also sold by the establishments located at 1835, boulevard Laure, in Sept-Îles, and at 6, rue des Olympiades, in L’Île-d’Anticosti. The recall was initiated by the operator as a precautionary measure after the potential for bacterial contamination was discovered. The product could potentially harbor the bacteria Clostridium botulinum. As of now, no cases of illness associated with the consumption of this product have been reported.

The product in question is

- Product: Smoked Salmon Pot Smoked Salmon Smoked Salmon, Maple Syrup
- Format: Unitary
- Target Lot: Units sold until April 18, 2024

The product is packaged in a glass jar with a metal lid and sold refrigerated, with a label reading “Fumoir Musquaro” affixed to the top of the lid.

Do not consume it and return it to the store where it was purchased.

If you or a loved one are harmed or experiencing any symptoms, it is important to report it. Reporting can help to detect & resolve outbreaks early and prevent others from being harmed, and enable better surveillance. If symptoms persist, seek medical care.

Source: www.quebec.ca
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Pueblo Fruits, Inc. has voluntarily initiated a recall of its Onion Yellow Med 3 Outer Rings product due to a potential hazard of C. botulinum growth. The product was exclusively distributed to Blake's Lota Burger in Albuquerque, New Mexico located at 3207 Richmond Dr NE, Albuquerque, NM … See More
87107, USA. The recall was initiated after the firm discovered that it had not completed a hazard analysis for potential C. botulinum growth and toxin production in its processing, storage, and shipping of raw onions into vacuum-sealed bags. The recall is ongoing.

The recalled product is branded as Onion Yellow Med 3 Outer Rings, packaged in a 5 LB vacuum sealed, clear plastic bag. The product bears a white paper label with the following information:
- Blake's (Richmond) Onion Yellow Med 3 Outer Rings 4-5 LB PO# 047981
- Lot#787806-6883R5, 795046-3948R1, 787806-6883R3, 795046-3948R2
- Use By Date of 04/03/2024.
A total of 23 cases have been recalled.

If you have this product at home, do not consume it and return it to the store where it was purchased.

Clostridium botulinum is a bacterium that produces a potent neurotoxin. If you consume food contaminated with this bacterium, it can lead to botulism, a serious illness. Symptoms include muscle weakness and paralysis, including in the muscles used for breathing. This condition can be fatal if not treated promptly and properly. The bacterium thrives in low-oxygen environments, such as improperly canned or preserved foods.

In case you experience Botulism symptoms such as diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain, 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.accessdata.fda.gov
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Aji Mori Sauce Corp. DBA Sushi Koo of Los Angeles, CA, is voluntarily recalling its CHILLIMAMI SAUCE because product was manufactured and distributed without the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) Cannery Program oversight, making them just susceptible to contamination with Clostridium botulinum. The voluntarily recalled CHILLIMAMI … See More
SAUCE was distributed in 8474 w 3rd st, LA, CA 90048. It was also available online www.ajimorisauce.com. No illness have been reported ever to date for these product.

The product comes in a clear plastic bottle with nozzle and black product label, 250 ml Net Wt. Expiration date October 1/2024.

If you have purchased product you are eligibe to return them and receive for a full refund.

If you 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. 

Company name: AJI MORI Sauce Corp. DBA Susi Koo
Brand name: AJI MORI
Product recalled: CHILLIMAMI SAUCE
Reason of the recall: Potential Foodborne Illness - Clostridium botulinum
FDA Recall date: March 06, 2024

Source: www.fda.gov
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Aji Mori Sauce Corp., also known as Sushi Koo, has issued a recall for its Chillimami Sauce due to a potential risk of botulism contamination. The products were improperly produced, making them susceptible to contamination with Clostridium botulinum.

The recalled product is the Aji Mori Chillimami Sauce, … See More
packaged in 250 ml clear plastic bottles with a nozzle and black labeling. The product code is 86001056573. The recall affects all product dates and has been distributed nationwide, including California, and includes online sales.

Consumers who have purchased this product are advised to dispose of it or return it to the place of purchase.

In case you experience Botulism symptoms such as diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain, 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.cdph.ca.gov
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The California Department of Public Health is warning consumers not to eat Shemshad's Litteh Pickle and Pickeled Diced Vegetables, Eggplant, Garlic, and HaftBijar food products because they were produced outside of the CDPH Cannery Program oversight, making them susceptible to potential Clostridium botulinum contamination. Products were sold … See More
at grocery stores in southern California including Woodland Hills Market in Woodland Hills, Q Market in Van Nuys, and Wholesome Choice Market in Irvine.

Shemshad, is voluntarily recalling its Litteh Pickle and Pickeled Diced Vegetables, Eggplant, Garlic, and HaftBijar products. These products are under the Shemshad brand name in 16 ounce glass jars with screw-on metal lids. The recall applies to all lot codes of these products, except for the Pickled Diced Vegetables and Pickled Garlic with the lot code SD31123125 and SG31223125 respectively.

Botulism toxin is odorless and colorless, so consumers will be unable to determine if their product is affected. Consumers who have any of this product or any foods made with this product should discard them immediately.

In case you experience Botulism symptoms such as diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain, 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.cdph.ca.gov
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MR Gaster Shells, is recalling its 'Snails in court bouillon 5 dozen' product due to an unstable PH level leading to a potential Clostridium botulinum contamination. The product was distributed in the departments of Doubs and Haute-Saone between November 25 and December 15, 2023.

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question is sold in a 580TO82 jar with a lot number of 1520 and a best before date of November 30, 2025. The health mark is FR.25.056.058.CE. The recall affects only this specific batch of produce with the specified UPC and best before date.

The manufacturing defect leading to the recall was discovered in routine quality control checks. The unstable PH levels in the product could allow the growth of Clostridium botulinum, a bacterium known to produce botulinum toxin, which is responsible for botulism. If symptoms of botulism, such as blurred vision, drooping eyelids, slurred speech, difficulty swallowing, dry mouth, and muscle weakness, persist, seek medical attention.

In case you experience Botulism symptoms such as diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain, 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: rappel.conso.gouv.fr
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FDA announced the recall of Pamana Premium Bangus products by Foremost Foods International, Inc. due to potential Clostridium botulinum growth and toxin formation. Frozen bangus (milkfish) in reduced oxygen packaging does not contain instructions to keep frozen and instructions for proper thawing (e.g., "Important, keep frozen until … See More
used, thaw under refrigeration immediately before use."). These products were distributed in California, Hawaii, Illinois, Washington, Nevada, and Texas.

The recalled products are:
- Pamana Premium Marinated Baby Bangus (Deboned Marinated Baby Milkfish), Net Weight to be Weight at Time of Sale. All product codes. Product Quantity: 432 boxes
- Pamana Premium Marinated Bangus (Deboned Marinated Milkfish), Net Weight to be Weight at Time of Sale. All product codes. Product Quantity: 407 boxes
- Pamana Premium Bangus Belly (Cut Deboned Milkfish Belly), 340 g (120 oz). All product codes. Product Quantity: 448 boxes

This recall was initiated on 12/1/2023 and its status is ongoing. Do not consume, use, sell, serve, or distribute the recalled product.

In case you experienced Botulism symptoms such as diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain, 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.accessdata.fda.gov
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The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is warning consumers to avoid eat Shemshad's Mulberry Molasses and Mulberry Jam due to a potential risk of Clostridium botulinum contamination. These products were sold at grocery stores in southern California including Woodland Hills Market in Woodland Hills, Q Market … See More
in Van Nuys, and Wholesome Choice Market in Irvine.

The affected products are:
- Shemshad Mulbe​rry Jam, 16-ounce glass jars with screw-on metal lids. Code: “APR 25 2025.”
- Shemshad Mulberry Molasses, 16-ounce glass jars with screw-on metal lids. Code: “APR 25 2025.”

These products were produced outside of the CDPH Cannery Program oversight, making them susceptible to contamination with Clostridium botulinum. Ingestion of botulism toxin from improperly processed jarred and canned foods may lead to serious illness and death. At this time, Shemshad, based in Los Angeles, has not yet voluntarily recalled its Mulberry Molasses and Mulberry Jam products. CDPH has issued a Notice of Violation to Shemshad, and Shemshad may be subject to further action up to and including license revocation.

The botulism toxin, which Clostridium botulinum produces, smells and looks like nothing, making it impossible for consumers to detect contamination. Botulism is a rare but severe paralytic condition triggered by a nerve toxin that the aforementioned bacterium produces. Initial symptoms often consist of blurred or double vision, drooping eyelids, and a dry or sore throat, and further symptoms may include descending paralysis, slurred speech, difficulty swallowing, and muscular weakness.

In case you experienced Botulism symptoms, 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.cdph.ca.gov
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