All articles tagged with #public health alert
The Trimbos Institute in the Netherlands issued a red alert after Trump-face ecstasy pills were found to contain very high levels of PMMA, raising the risk of overheating and potentially fatal overdose; users may experience nausea, rapid heart rate and seizures, though no deaths have been reported yet.
The U.S. FSIS issued a public health alert for meat and poultry products containing FDA-regulated jalapeños that could be contaminated with salmonella; as of Aug 9, 18 items — including Deli Kitchen’s Chipotle Cheddar Chicken Wrap and Wawa’s Spicy Chipotle Chicken Wrap — were recalled, with Ohio involved among others; the alert traces the risk to jalapeños from Sinaloa, Mexico via Coast Citrus Distributors and notes some restaurants have switched suppliers, while no illnesses have been reported yet. Consumers should not eat recalled products and should discard them or return them to the place of purchase.
The USDA FSIS issued a public health alert for beef kofta sold at The Kebab Shop in California, Florida and Texas due to potential E. coli contamination. The kofta, produced by Olympia Food Industries in Illinois in January, is no longer sold, so a recall was not issued. Consumers who ate the product should discard leftovers and seek medical care if they develop symptoms of E. coli infection. Those with questions can contact the USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline; cooking to safe internal temperatures is advised to prevent illness.
FSIS issued a public health alert for a 16 oz White Oak Pastures ground beef product (EST 34729) produced on Feb 26, 2026 and distributed to Mom’s Organic Markets and various outlets in DC, MA, MD, NJ, PA, and VA due to possible metal contamination; no recall was issued because the product is no longer available for sale. Two consumer complaints have been reported; no injuries. Consumers who purchased the product should discard it or return it. FSIS and White Oak Pastures have provided contact channels for questions, and the FSIS Meat and Poultry Hotline and eCCF reporting system remain available for public inquiries.
FSIS issued a public health alert for frozen ready-to-eat Turkey Pesto & Swiss Cheese Pockets from Shaw Bakers LLC after a misbranding was found: some boxes contained ham and cheese instead of turkey; the products were shipped to Costco locations in the Midwest; no recall was requested since the items are no longer available, and consumers who purchased them should discard or return the product and contact FSIS or Shaw Bakers for questions; no adverse health effects have been reported.
A Woodland Hills dog tested positive for raccoon roundworm eggs during a routine exam, marking the first formal report of the parasite in a Los Angeles County dog. Doctors warn that untreated infection can cause severe brain damage or death, though human-to-human transmission from pets is not direct. Transmission typically occurs from raccoon feces, and eggs become infectious after 2–4 weeks of drying. Preventative steps include cleaning up pet waste and raccoon latrines, securing trash, washing hands, keeping sandboxes covered, and supervising children; officials say the overall risk to the general population remains very low, though alerts followed past human cases in 2024.
FSIS issued a public health alert for ready-to-eat beef jerky from Punahele Jerky Company due to misbranding and an undeclared soy lecithin allergen on the label. The affected products—the 6 oz DRIED HAWAIIAN STYLE BEEF CRISPS ORIGINAL SALT & PEPPER FLAVOR (EST. 2625) and 4 oz UNCLE K'S BEEF CRISPS and KILAUEA FIRE SPICY BEEF CRISPS—were distributed in Hawaii and online nationwide. A recall was not requested because the products are no longer available; best-by dates extend to February 17, 2027 or earlier. Consumers should discard or return the products; no adverse reactions have been reported. For questions, contact FSIS or MPHotline.
India reports Nipah virus infections in two nurses at a hospital in Barasat, near Kolkata, with an index patient who died; authorities have expanded testing, quarantined high-risk contacts, and issued a nationwide alert as states like Tamil Nadu bolster AES surveillance. The outbreak has spurred airport and border screenings in Thailand and Nepal, and Taiwan is considering making Nipah a notifiable disease. Nipah has no approved vaccine or antiviral, is carried by fruit bats, can cause severe respiratory illness and encephalitis, and has shown potential for human-to-human transmission in healthcare settings, contributing to high fatality rates (40-75%).
A mosquito capable of biting ankles has been found in Washington County, prompting a public health alert to inform residents about potential risks of mosquito-borne diseases.
The FDA has recalled certain brands of ground cinnamon, including HAETAE, Roshni, Durra, and Wise Wife, due to elevated lead levels that pose health risks, especially with prolonged exposure. Consumers are advised to dispose of these products and check their cabinets to prevent potential health issues.
The FSIS has issued a public health alert for certain ready-to-eat pasta meals containing pre-cooked pasta that may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, linked to a broader outbreak investigation. Consumers are advised not to eat these products, which were shipped nationwide to Walmart, and to dispose of or return them. The outbreak poses serious health risks, especially to vulnerable groups, and ongoing testing is being conducted.
The USDA's FSIS issued a public health alert for Trader Joe's Turkey Gobbler Wrap due to possible Listeria contamination, advising consumers to discard the product if they have it, as no illnesses have been confirmed but the product was produced on September 10, 2025, and is no longer sold in stores.
Health officials issued an urgent warning about ground beef sold at Whole Foods, produced in Australia or Uruguay, contaminated with E. coli O157:H7, a bacteria linked to severe illness and potentially to colon cancer. The contaminated products, produced on May 22-23, are no longer available for purchase but may still be in consumers' homes. No illnesses have been reported yet, but the bacteria pose serious health risks, especially to vulnerable populations.
U.S. officials issued a public health alert for Organic Rancher ground beef sold at Whole Foods nationwide due to potential E. coli contamination, produced in Australia or Uruguay and processed in the U.S., with no reported illnesses so far.
A public health alert has been issued for certain organic ground beef products believed to contain E. coli, produced in late May and distributed nationwide, with no confirmed injuries reported but consumers advised not to consume the product.