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health2 years ago•7 min saved

"Congress and Caregivers Demand Answers: Baby Formula Recall Sparks Concerns"

Senator Bob Casey has raised concerns and questions to Reckitt/Mead Johnson Nutrition after the recall of over 675,000 cans of Nutramigen infant powder formula due to possible contamination. This marks the second recall by Reckitt in less than a year. The recall has sparked worries about potential shortages, particularly for low-income families reliant on WIC. The FDA is currently inspecting Reckitt's Michigan plant, and the agency is in the process of overhauling its food safety division to enhance oversight and regulation of infant formula. The recall has reignited concerns about the ongoing formula shortage and its impact on caregivers and low-income families.

via The 19th*|

#baby-formula #congress #health

health-and-safety2 years ago•1 min saved

"Urgent Baby Formula Recall Issued Amid Deadly Bacteria Contamination Concerns"

The FDA has issued a warning about a recall of Reckitt/Mead Johnson Nutrition's powdered hypoallergenic baby formula due to potential contamination with Cronobacter sakazakii bacteria. Over 675,000 cans of Nutramigen Powder in specific batch codes are affected, with no reported illnesses. The formula was distributed nationwide, and while much of it is believed to have been consumed, parents are advised to check the batch codes and contact the company or their pediatrician if they have concerns.

via KOMO News|

##babyformularecall #bacterialcontamination

health-and-safety2 years ago•3 min saved

"Over 657,000 Cans of Reckitt's Baby Formula Recalled Due to Bacteria Contamination Fears"

Reckitt/Mead Johnson Nutrition is recalling over 675,000 cans of Nutramigen Powder baby formula due to potential contamination with Cronobacter sakazakii, a bacteria that can cause severe health issues in infants, including brain swelling and seizures. The recall affects certain batches manufactured in June 2023 and distributed in the U.S. between June and August. The contamination was detected in products sold outside the U.S., but subsequent testing of U.S. batches has been negative. The recall does not impact Nutramigen's liquid formulas or other nutrition products. The FDA is investigating, and no illnesses have been reported in connection with the recall. The FDA does not anticipate a significant impact on overall formula supply.

via Daily Mail|

##babyformularecall #cronobactersakazakii

health-and-safety2 years ago•2 min saved

"Reckitt's Nutramigen Infant Formula Recalled Due to Bacterial Contamination Risk"

Reckitt/Mead Johnson Nutrition has issued a voluntary recall of certain Nutramigen Powder infant formula products due to potential contamination with cronobacter bacteria, which can cause severe infections like sepsis and meningitis. The recall affects 12.6oz and 19.8oz cans produced in June and distributed in the summer. The FDA has been investigating but has found no positive tests for the bacteria in the facility to date. No illnesses have been reported, and the company assures that other batches of Nutramigen formula are safe to use. This follows previous recalls by Reckitt and other companies due to similar contamination concerns.

via The Independent|

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health2 years ago•1 min saved

"Massive Recall of Nutramigen Baby Formula Amid Bacterial Contamination Fears"

Reckitt/Mead Johnson Nutrition has voluntarily recalled over 675,000 cans of its Enfamil brand Nutramigen Powder baby formula due to potential contamination with Cronobacter sakazakii bacteria. The recall affects specific batches produced in June and distributed in the summer, with no reported illnesses linked to the recall yet. The FDA advises consumers to check batch numbers and discard affected products, contacting the company for a refund. The recall was initiated after positive test results from routine sampling by the Israeli Ministry of Health, despite negative tests from the manufacturing facility.

via KSBY News|

##babyformularecall #cronobactersakazakii

health-and-safety2 years ago•2 min saved

"Major Baby Formula Brands Recall Over 657,000 Cans Amid Bacterial Contamination Fears"

Reckitt and Mead Johnson Nutrition have voluntarily recalled over 675,000 cans of Nutramigen Hypoallergenic Infant Formula Powder due to potential contamination with Cronobacter sakazakii bacteria. Although tests in the U.S. returned negative, the recall is a precautionary measure to protect infants, who are particularly vulnerable to this rare but serious infection. The recall only affects certain batches made in June 2023, and no illnesses have been reported. Other Nutramigen powder formula batches and liquid formulas are not affected.

via Good Morning America|

##bacterialcontamination #cronobactersakazakii

health-and-safety2 years ago•3 min saved

"Major Recall of Infant Formula Due to Bacterial Contamination Concerns"

Reckitt/Mead Johnson has recalled over 675,000 cans of Nutramigen Hypoallergenic Powdered Infant Formula due to potential Cronobacter sakazakii contamination, which can cause severe illness in infants. Consumers are advised to stop using the affected formula and seek refunds. Additionally, WanaBana's apple cinnamon fruit puree pouches have been recalled for high lead concentrations, with reports indicating they may still be available in stores despite the recall.

via New York Post |

##babyformularecall #cronobacterinfection

health2 years ago•2 min saved

"Specialty Infant Formulas Recalled by Major Brands Amid Bacterial Contamination Concerns"

Reckitt/Mead Johnson Nutrition has voluntarily recalled certain batches of Nutramigen Hypoallergenic Powdered Infant Formula due to potential contamination with Cronobacter sakazakii bacteria. Although no illnesses have been reported, the bacteria can cause severe infections or meningitis in infants. The recall affects products with specific batch codes, distributed primarily between June and August 2023, with a "Use By Date" of Jan. 1, 2025. Customers are advised to dispose of affected products and can contact the company for a refund.

via CBS News|

##babyformularecall #cronobactersakazakii

health-and-safety2 years ago•1 min saved

"Specialty Hypoallergenic Baby Formula Recalled Due to Bacterial Contamination Risk"

The U.S. FDA has announced a recall of certain batches of Nutramigen Powder baby formula due to potential contamination with Cronobacter sakazakii, a bacterium that can cause severe infections in infants. The recall by Mead Johnson Nutrition affects 12.6-ounce and 19.8-ounce cans distributed to U.S. retailers. Although extensive testing showed negative results for the bacteria, and no illnesses have been reported, consumers with the affected products are advised to dispose of them or seek a refund. The recall is a precautionary measure to ensure infant safety.

via KTVI Fox 2 St. Louis|

##babyformularecall #bacterialcontamination

health2 years ago•1 min saved

"Reckitt/Mead Johnson Recalls Nutramigen Infant Formula Amid Bacterial Contamination Concerns"

Reckitt/Mead Johnson has voluntarily recalled 675,030 cans of Nutramigen Hypoallergenic Powdered Infant Formula due to potential contamination with Cronobacter sakazakii, a bacteria that can cause severe infections in infants. The recall was initiated after the Israeli Ministry of Health detected the bacteria in exported products. No illnesses have been reported in the US, and the company claims that all products tested negative for the bacteria. The FDA has listed specific batch codes for consumers to check and advises discarding the affected formula. Despite the recall, the FDA does not expect a significant impact on the overall supply of infant formula.

via CNN|

##cronobacterinfection #fdawarning

health-and-safety2 years ago•1 min saved

"Recall Alert: Nutramigen Infant Formula Powder at Risk of Bacterial Contamination"

Reckitt Benckiser's Mead Johnson Nutrition is recalling certain batches of Nutramigen baby formula powder due to potential bacterial contamination. The FDA has reported that these batches were produced in June and distributed in the summer. Although no illnesses have been reported, the company is urging consumers to check their cans for the impacted batch numbers. The contamination could lead to serious infections such as sepsis and meningitis.

via CNBC|

##babyformularecall #bacterialcontamination