Roland Foods, LLC of New York, New York is initiating a voluntary recall of its red and black lumpfish caviar products, which were manufactured at Ora ehf in Iceland, because they have the potential to be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum,
Botulism Blog
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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Salmon with Botulism Risk
By Bill Marler
Another company is recalling Grained Salmon Caviar 95g made from sockeye salmon because it has the potential to be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum, a bacterium which can cause life-threatening illness or death.
AWERS Inc. of Bellevue, WA, says the Grained Salmon…
Hummus is a Botulism Risk
By Bill Marler
Two cases of foodborne botulism linked to hummus have been confirmed by Argentinian health authorities.
The National Administration of Drugs, Foods and Medical Devices (ANMAT) reported that an investigation confirmed the botulism cases and results of an epidemiological survey determined…
Badly Canned Peas lead to Botulism Illness in Three
By Bill Marler
Three women who were hospitalized with botulism last year in New York City were sickened after eating potato salad containing improperly home-canned peas, an investigation found.
The women survived, but all three needed prolonged intensive care and rehabilitation, according to…
Smoke Salmon Recalled over Botulism Fears
By Bill Marler
Smoked Alaska Seafoods, Inc. of Wasilla, AK is recalling all jars and cans of Smoked Silver Salmon in 6.5 oz. containers with the production code of AL81111133 on the bottom of the jar/can because it has the potential to be…
Fermented beluga whale flipper causes Botulism Death
By Bill Marler
State health officials said they are investigating a man’s death and illnesses of four others possibly related to botulism following a New Year’s Day dinner in Nome where fermented beluga whale flipper and other traditional Alaska Native foods were served.…
Botulism Risk – Canned Corn Recall
By Bill Marler
Del Monte Foods Inc. announced a recall of 64,242 cases of FIESTA CORN Seasoned with Red & Green Peppers due to under-processing. These deviations were part of the commercial sterilization process and could result in contamination by spoilage organisms or…
TEXAS HEALTH ALERT: Infant Botulism and Risk of Honey
By Bill Marler
Honey can contain spores of Clostridium botulinum, an organism that produces a potent neurotoxin known to cause severe illness in infants. Infant botulism occurs when C. botulinum spores in food, dust, or other materials are inhaled or ingested and germinate…
Botulism Risk in LA Heroin
By Bill Marler
Los Angeles County officials have detective three new cases of suspected botulism associated with the use of black tar heroin.
Three more cases were discovered in June, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health said in a prepared statement.…
Botulism Risk: Taco Bell Recalls Cheese Dip
By Bill Marler
As a precaution, approximately 7,000 cases of Taco Bell Salsa Con Queso Mild Cheese Dip are being voluntarily recalled because the affected product is showing signs of product separation which can lead to a potential health hazard.
This could create…