On Friday, the USDA announced that over 40,000 pounds of Frozen Schwan’s Stuffed Chicken Kiev have been recalled after consumers reported finding pieces of rubber in the chicken breasts which were purchased since May 17, 2008. Continued
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E.Coli Lawsuit Filed in Michigan Following Outbreak from Contaminated Lettuce
A food poisoning lawsuit was filed last week by a Michigan State University student who became sick after eating iceberg lettuce contaminated with E.coli bacteria last month. At least 36 other people in Michigan have also been sickened by the lettuce which originated in California. Continued
Frozen Beef Trim Recall: E. coli O157:H7 Contamination
Approximately 27,000 pounds of frozen beef trim have been recalled by three companies in the United States due to a risk that the meat may be contaminated with E. Coli O157:H7, which could cause severe food poisoning. Continued
USDA Issues Frozen, Stuffed Chicken Salmonella Food Poisoning Warning
A public health alert was issued on Friday by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) following reports of about 32 cases of salmonella food poisoning in at least 12 states suffered by individuals who consumed undercooked chicken. All of the consumers mistakenly thought raw frozen chicken entrees that were breaded or pre-browned were pre-cooked and microwavable. Continued
Chicago Listeria Recall: Contaminated Turkey Burrito Wraps
A turkey burrito wrap recall was issued yesterday by Food Evolution, due to a risk that the sandwiches could be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. The ready-to-eat turkey wraps were distributed in the Chicago area between September 24 and September 30, 2008. Continued
FDA Warns to Avoid Baby Formula from China
Yesterday, the FDA issued a warning to U.S. consumers that they should avoid all baby formula from China, as it may be tainted with a chemical that could cause kidney failure. No infant formula from China is approved for sale in the United States, but some may be on sale in certain stores. Continued
Oklahoma Food Poisoning Lawsuits Likely Following E. Coli Outbreak
Over 200 people have suffered food poisoning as a result of a recent Oklahoma E. coli outbreak after eating at one restaurant, and a number of these people have consulted with food poisoning attorneys about filing a lawsuit to seek compensation for their injuries. Continued
Country Cottage E. Coli Outbreak in Oklahoma Sickens Over 200, Kills 1
According to state health officials, an E.coli outbreak stemming from a restaurant in northeastern Oklahoma, has caused more than 200 people to suffer food poisoning, and has been linked to at least one death. Continued
Whole Foods Ground Beef Recall: Risk of E. Coli
On August 8, 2008, Whole Foods Market announced a multi-state recall of fresh ground beef sold at its stores throughout the United States. The ground beef recall was issued as a result of concerns that that meats purchased at the supermarket could be contaminated by E. coli O157:H7 bacteria Continued
Boy Scout Food Poisoning Outbreak Leads to Frozen Ground Beef Recall
Over 150,000 pounds of frozen ground beef were recalled this week in a Class I recall after it was discovered that the product might be contaminated with E. coli O157:H7, which has been linked to a food poisoning outbreak at a Virginia Boy Scout camp. Continued
