The Nunavik Regional Board of Health and Social Services was informed of suspected cases of Botulism (qassuniq) in Inukjuak, on March 22. An investigation revealed that the cases were associated with igunaq consumed during two feasts on March 18th and March
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Surveillance & Analysis on Botulism News & Outbreaks
The Botulism Blog, published by Marler Clark, Inc., PS, focuses on legal issues and developments related to botulism outbreaks and food safety incidents. It covers investigations, recalls, and litigation involving contaminated food products such as infant formula, fish, and beverages linked to botulism poisoning. The blog reports on public health responses, regulatory actions, and ongoing legal cases representing victims of foodborne botulism. It also discusses the medical and legal implications of botulism outbreaks, including symptoms, treatment, and compensation claims. The content is aimed at informing affected individuals and legal professionals about botulism-related food safety law and litigation.
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Boneless Sardines recalled over Botulism Worry
By Bill Marler
Clover Leaf Seafoods Corp. is recalling two flavors of boneless sardines because it has been determined that they may permit the growth of Clostridium botulinum, which causes botulism poisoning.
The company triggered the recall, according to a notice posted by…
Botulism in Colorado in look for a cause
By Bill Marler
Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment has investigated several cases of confirmed or suspected foodborne botulism in the state since September. Testing from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention confirmed four of the cases, one is still under…
Rhode Island Smoothies carry Botulism Risk
By Bill Marler
The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) Is advising consumers to avoid juices, smoothies, and sea moss gel purchased from Health is Wealth Nutrition Center located at 1674 Cranston Street in Cranston because of the potential for processing, storage, and…
Cheese recalled over Botulism risk
By Bill Marler
Primula Ltd. has recalled cheese spread in tubes in the United Kingdom and Ireland because of possible contamination with Clostridium botulinum due to a production fault.
Primula, part of the Kavli Group, recalled 10 varieties after finding one product contained…
Cheese recalled over Botulism fears
By Bill Marler
Primula Ltd. has recalled cheese spread in tubes in the United Kingdom and Ireland because of possible contamination with Clostridium botulinum due to a production fault.
Primula, part of the Kavli Group, recalled 10 varieties after finding one product contained…
Botulism in Alaska linked to home canned Salmon
By Bill Marler
Botulism risk in cold smoked Salmon
By Bill Marler
Mill Stream Corp. (Sullivan Harbor Farm) of Hancock, Maine is voluntarily recalling ten lots of Cold Smoked Salmon because it has the potential to be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum, a bacterium which can cause life-threatening illness or death. Consumers are warned not…
New Jersey Botulism Outbreak Identified
By Bill Marler
On October 25, 2018, at 2:15 a.m., a woman aged 30 years and her mother, aged 55 years, both of Egyptian descent, arrived at an emergency department in New Jersey in hypotensive shock after 16 hours of abdominal pain, vomiting,…
Smoked Salmon with Botulism Risk
By Bill Marler
Mill Stream Corp. (Sullivan Harbor Farm) of Hancock, Maine is voluntarily recalling ten lots of Cold Smoked Salmon because it has the potential to be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum, a bacterium which can cause life-threatening illness or death. Consumers are…