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Melon Acres Announced the Recall of Cantaloupes Distributed Through Farm-Wey Produce of Lakeland FL Due to Potential Health Concerns

Melon Acres announced the recall of cantaloupes distributed through Farm-Wey Produce of Lakeland, FL due to potential health concerns. The cantaloupes were shipped August 13th and 14th and were identified as 41 MG 10, Bin Numbers 4753-4980. These bins were distributed to Aldi's in Greenwood, Indiana and Meijer in Lansing, Michigan, Newport, Michigan, and Tipp City, Ohio. The recall was issued following a testing on Tuesday, August 11, 2009 by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) that revealed one of a sample of twenty cantaloupes taken by that Agency tested positive for Salmonella. The FDA reported the positive test to Melon Acres on Friday, August 21, 2009.

Salmonella is an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections (i.e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis.

As of this date, there have been no reports of illness. Further, the FDA and Melon Acres identified the field in which the contaminated sample was grown. No further shipments will be made from the source field. Melon Acres is currently working with the FDA to identify the source of contamination.

Melon Acres sincerely regrets this situation and wishes to assure the public that stringent Food Safety Programs are in place at its shipping locations and fields. On August 7th, Primus Labs, a third party food safety auditing firm specializing in produce, inspected Melon Acres' fields and facilities regarding its food safety practices. Melon Acres received grades of excellent/good respectively, in this audit.

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PETRI BAKING Products Issues Allergy Alert On One Code Of Stop & Shop Molasses Cookies

Contact:
Anthony Habib, President
1-800-346-1981 ext. 210
Tammy Romanik, Quality Assurance Manager
1-800-346-1981 ext. 224

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- August 31, 2009 -- Petri Baking Products, Inc. is issuing a voluntary recall on one code of Stop & Shop Home Town Bakery Old Fashioned Molasses Cookies, Net Wt. 8.9 oz. The affected packages actually contain Peanut Butter Cookies that have peanut butter and milk which are undeclared allergens. People who have an allergy to peanuts and/or milk run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.

This recall affects 167 cases (2000 packages) of Stop & Shop Home Town Bakery Old Fashioned Molasses Cookies with UPC 6-88267-08457-7 and a “SELL BY FEB.22,2010 Aâ€

LIFEPAK CR Plus Automated External Defibrillators (Physio-Control, Inc)

Audience: Emergency medical personnel, consumers

[Posted 09/16/2009] FDA notified healthcare professionals of a Class I recall of certain LIFEPAK CR Plus Automated External Defibrillators (AED) manufactured and distributed from July 9, 2008 through August 19, 2008. An extremely humid environment may cause the affected devices to improperly analyze the heart rhythm and may cause the device to delay or fail to deliver therapy.

Any adverse events or quality problems that may be related to the use of this product should be reported to the FDA's MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program online, by phone [1-800-332-1088], or by returning the postage-paid FDA Form 3500 by mail or fax [1-800-FDA-0178].

[09/16/2009 - Recall Notice - FDA]

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FDA NEWS RELEASE

For Immediate Release: Sept. 17, 2009

Media Inquiries: Christopher Kelly, Christopher.Kelly@fda.hhs.gov, 301-796-4676
Consumer Inquiries: 888-INFO-FDA

FDA Warns Consumers Not to Use Stolen Albuterol Sulfate Inhalation Solution and Ipratropium Bromide Inhalation Solution

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today advised consumers not to use certain respiratory medications purchased after Sept. 8, 2009 and manufactured by Dey L.P., a subsidiary of Mylan Inc., because the medications might have been part of a shipment being transported on a tractor-trailer stolen in Tampa, Fla., on Sept. 8, 2009.

The respiratory medications, Ipratropium Bromide Inhalation Solution, 0.02%, and Albuterol Sulfate Inhalation Solution, 0.083%, unit-dose vials, have not been recovered and may be dangerous to use because the drugs may not have been stored and handled properly.

Dey issued an advisory on Sept. 11, 2009 regarding the theft. Although the FDA is not aware of any reports of adverse events, the agency is advising patients who use these respiratory medications to check to see if products received or purchased after Sept. 8, 2009 are from one of the following lots:

Albuterol Sulfate Inhalation Solution (892,000 doses; all lots contain 3.0 ml vials and display the brand name “Deyâ€

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Y.S.Trading Corp. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Milk Allergies in "Crown Cookie" (Choco Sanddo)
Contact:
Joe Shin / 718-392-8483

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- September 14, 2009 - Y.S.TRADING CORP, of Long Island City NY, is recalling its 161 gram waxed cardboard boxes of "Crown cookie"(Choco Sanddo) because they may contain undeclared milk allergens. Consumers who are allergic to milk allergens may run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume this product.

The recalled "Crown cookie"(Choco Sanddo) were distributed in New York City & New Jersey retail stores. The product comes in 161 gram waxed cardboard boxes marked with Codes 2008, 12. 01 & 2009, 11.30.

No illnesses or allergic reactions involving this product have been reported to date.

The recall was initiated after routine sampling by New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Food Inspectors and subsequent analysis by New York State Food Laboratory personnel revealed the presence of undeclared milk allergens in the 161 gram waxed cardboard boxes of "Crown cookie"(Choco Sanddo) which did not declare a milk ingredient on the label.

Consumers who have purchased 161 gram waxed cardboard boxes of "Crown cookie"(Choco Sanddo) are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1-718-392-8483.

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Gilster-Mary Lee Corp. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Almond in 21oz. Great Value Berry Crunch Cereal - Lot Code 07 21 10 N02

Contact:
Gilster-Mary Lee
800 851 5371

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- September 15, 2009 - Gilster-Mary Lee Corp, of Chester, IL is recalling a single lot of 21oz. Great Value Berry Crunch cereal because it may contain undeclared almonds. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to almonds or tree nuts may run the risk of a serious allergic reaction if they consume these products.

This product was distributed in Alabama, Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, North Carolina, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Mexico, Nevada, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Wisconsin, and West Virginia solely through Walmart stores.

Only product containing the code 07 21 10 N02 is affected by this recall.

No illnesses have been reported to date.

The recall was initiated after it was discovered that some product containing sliced almonds was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of this material. Subsequent investigation indicates the problem was caused by human error in the company's production and packaging processes.

Consumers who have this product may return it to the store where they purchased it for a refund or replacement. Any questions regarding can be directed to Gilster-Mary Lee at 800 851 5371 between the hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM Central Time, Attn: Tom Welge.

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Ippolito International, LP Voluntarily Recalls Bunch Spinach Because ofPossible Health Risk Nationwide and Canada

Contact:
Mike Rose
619-302-3442

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- September 18, 2009 - Ippolito International, LP of Salinas, California is voluntarily recalling 1,715 cartons of bunched spinach, because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections (i.e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis.

The voluntary recall comes after routine random testing of bunched spinach in Michigan by the USDA Microbial Data Program, collected and analyzed by the Michigan Department of Agriculture, tested positive.

No illnesses have been reported to date.

The voluntary recall is limited to 1,715 cartons. One thousand, five hundred fifteen of the cartons were packed in the "Queen Victoria" brand. This product was distributed to Alabama, Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York and British Columbia, Ontario and Manitoba, Canada. It was distributed to retail, foodservice and wholesale buyers.

Two hundred of the cartons were packed in the "Tubby" label and were distributed in California and New York to retail and wholesale customers.

The "Queen Victoria" product was packed in cardboard cartons with "Spinach" printed on the side panel, in wire bound crates or Reusable Plastic Containers. The product was harvested September 1 through September 3.

The 12 and 24 count spinach bunches were bound with a twist tie which says "Queen Victoria Spinach Produce of USA PLU 4090 UPC 33383 65200."

The cartons were labeled with the following Code Date Stickers which can be located on the outside edge panel of the carton. The stickers read as follows:

10522441
5 205
(Harvested September 1, 2009)

10522451
5 205
(Harvested September 2, 2009)

10522461
5 205
(Harvested September 3, 2009)

The "Tubby" product was packed in cardboard cartons with "Tubby" printed on the side panel. The cartons were labeled with the following Code Date Stickers which can be located on the outside edge panel of the carton. The stickers read as follows:

10522451
5 205
(Harvested September 2, 2009)

The 24 count spinach bunches packed in the "Tubby" label were distributed in California and New York. They were bound with a generic bunched spinach twist tie which says "Spinach Produce of USA PLU 4090 UPC 33383 65200."

Consumers should understand the numbers provided: PLU 4060 and UPC 33383 65200
are located on the majority of bunched spinach twist ties packed by the majority of spinach shippers in the United States. Those numbers do not necessarily reference the single lot to which the recall is limited. The only numbers that reference the recalled lot would be found on the carton.

Consumers should check with where they purchased the product to see if it was indeed from a carton with the specific Code Date Sticker referenced above.

Ippolito International immediately identified the specific harvest lot and all buyers who received the product. The buyers were contacted and instructed to destroy any product remaining in inventory. No other Ippolito International products or packs are involved in this recall.

"Our primary concern and commitment is for the well-being of the consumer. This voluntary recall is precautionary to reduce risk to the lowest level," said Butch Corda, Ippolito International General Manager.

Consumers who have purchased "Queen Victoria" or "Tubby" bunched spinach which is subject to this voluntary recall are urged to dispose of the product or return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1-831-772-9991 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PDT.

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Better Buns Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Eggs in 22oz Europa Baking Company Brand 6 Pack Knot Rolls

Contact:
Denise
(516) 932-5524

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- September 18, 2009 - Better Buns Inc. is recalling its 22 oz package of Europa Baking Company brand 6 pack Knot Rolls because they may contain undeclared eggs. People who have allergies to eggs run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

The recalled 22 oz package of Europa Baking Company brand 6 pack Knot Rolls was distributed and sold in retail stores in Nassau, Suffolk and Queens Counties in New York State.

The product comes in a 22 oz, clear plastic bag, distributed by Better Buns Inc., New Hyde Park, New York, with UPC code 6 321081000 5. It has a SELL BY date of September 2nd through September 15th, 2009.

One illness has been reported to date in connection with this problem.

The recall was initiated on September 14, 2009 after it was discovered that the egg containing product was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of eggs. Effective September 15th, 2009, all packages have been correctly labeled to state the product contains eggs.

Consumers who have purchased the 22 oz package of Europa Baking Company brand 6 pack Knot Rolls are urged to return them to Better Buns Inc. for a full refund. Consumers may contact the company at 516-932-5524 between the hours of 9am and 5 pm EDT.

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Garden-Fresh Foods Issues Allergy Alert On Undeclared Milk in 16-Ounce Archer Farms Potato Salad

Company Contact:
Steve Mueller
414-645-1000

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – September 21, 2009 – Garden-Fresh Foods, Inc. of 726 South 12th Street, Milwaukee, Wisconsin is recalling 16-ounce containers of Archer Farms Potato Salad with an expiration date of 10/04/2009 because they may contain undeclared milk allergens. People who have allergies to milk run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this undeclared product.

The recalled 16-ounce Archer Farms Potato Salad were distributed nationwide at SuperTarget retail stores.

The product is sold in a 16-ounce square plastic container. The product is marked with UPC number 0 85239 40228 3 and an expiration of 10/04/2009. Only this product marked with this code date is being recalled. No illness has been reported to date in connection with this problem.

The recall was initiated after it was discovered that the product was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of milk. Subsequent investigation indicates the problem was caused by a breakdown in Garden-Fresh Food’s production and packaging process.

Consumers who have purchased 16-ounce Archer Farms Potato Salad with the code date of 10/04/2009 are urged to return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with a question may contact Garden-Fresh Foods at 1-800-645-3367.

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