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public-health22 days ago

Multiple State Recall of Frozen Shrimp Over Radioactive Contamination Concerns

Frozen shrimp imported from Indonesia and sold under the Market 32 and Waterfront Bistro brands has been recalled across multiple states due to possible contamination with radioactive cesium-137, though no illnesses have been reported. Consumers are advised to discard or return the affected products, and the recall involves over 83,800 bags sold in various states. The contamination may have occurred during processing, packing, or shipping.

via LiveNOW from FOX|
#cesium-137#fda#food-safety
health3 months ago

FDA Discovers Radioactive Contamination in Spices Following Shrimp Recalls

Federal regulators have found radioactive cesium 137 in Indonesian-imported shrimp and spices, prompting recalls and ongoing investigations into the contamination source, which may stem from recycled metal or industrial waste in Indonesia. Consumers are advised to avoid affected products, though current contamination levels are below health concern thresholds.

via kold.com|
#cesium-137#food-recalls#health
health3 months ago

FDA Expands Recall of Radioactive Shrimp Sold in 31 States

The FDA has expanded a recall of frozen shrimp from brands like Kroger and AquaStar due to potential radioactive contamination with Cesium-137, though expert assessments indicate the health risk is low. No illnesses have been reported, and the contamination levels are below FDA safety thresholds. The recall affects multiple states and stores, linked to Indonesian exporter PT. Bahari Makmur Sejati.

via Forbes|
#cesium-137#fda#food-safety
health-and-safety4 months ago

Walmart Recalls Radioactive Shrimp Amid FDA Warning

Walmart has recalled certain packages of Great Value frozen shrimp sold in 13 states after the FDA detected radioactive cesium-137 in shipping containers, though the levels found are below harmful thresholds. The contamination is believed to have occurred during processing or packaging under unsanitary conditions, but no contaminated products have reached stores. The risk to consumers is considered very low, and the recall is a precautionary measure.

via The New York Times|
#cesium-137#food-safety#health-and-safety