The FDA is urging customers to toss certain brands of grated Pecorino Romano; at the same time, it escalated an existing recall of numerous shredded cheeses.
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Recalled baby formula linked to a botulism outbreak may still be in some stores
A botulism outbreak that has sickened more than two dozen babies in 15 states has been linked to ByHeart formula sold nationwide. Here’s what to know about it.
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Worsening listeria outbreak tied to pasta products kills 6, hospitalizes 25
Certain prepared pasta dishes were recalled from retailers like Trader Joe’s, Kroger and Walmart between June and October. Health officials urge customers to dispose of them and clean their fridges.
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A salmonella outbreak sickens dozens, prompting a cucumber recall. Here’s what to do
The FDA says 26 people, nine of whom were hospitalized, have gotten sick across 15 states. It is still figuring out where the cucumbers were distributed — and warning people to take extra precautions.
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Costco egg recall for salmonella receives FDA’s most severe designation
The FDA has classified its recall of eggs sold under Costco’s Kirkland brand as a Class I recall, a designation reserved for instances of the highest potential health risk — including death.
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SunFed cucumbers and Costco eggs recalled for potential salmonella contamination
Cucumbers shipped to the U.S. and Canada, and organic eggs sold in 25 Costco stores in five southern U.S. states, were recalled this week for potential salmonella contamination.
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Frozen waffles sold at Walmart, Target and supermarkets are recalled over listeria risk
The recall includes various certain frozen waffles sold in Walmart, Target, Publix and other stores. Some waffles for brands like Kodiak Cakes, Simple Truth and Food Hold have also been recalled.
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9 people have died in connection to the listeria outbreak among Boar’s Head products
The Boar’s head recall was first issued in July and linked to a ready-to-eat liverwurst product. The recall has since expanded to includes products such as sliced ham varieties, sausages and loaves.
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More than 150 in U.S. became sick due to a possible salmonella outbreak in cucumbers
More than 150 people across more than 20 states have fallen ill after being exposed to cucumbers that were possibly contaminated with salmonella, the CDC said Wednesday. No deaths have been reported.
