Vega Nutrition Bar Recall [Canada]

Canada/Ottawa: Sequel Naturals recalls some Vega brand Nutrition Bars due to undisclosed milk ingredients, a known allergen. CFIA: http://ht.ly/lPeDq

Direct link: http://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/inspection/2013/33959r-eng.php

Additional information:
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (“CFIA”) reports the following Nutrition Bars are subject to this recall:

• Vega Sport Protein Bar Chocolate Coconut, 60 gram; Product code: From 12100-C to 13037C; UPC: 8 38766 10830 8; Best By date: From 10-MAY-13 to 06-MAR-14
• Vega Sport Protein Bar Chocolate Saviseed, 60 gram; Product code: From 12095-C to 13038C; UPC: 8 38766 10831 5; Best By date: From 01-MAY-13 to 07-MAR-14
• Vega Sport Endurance Bar Acai Berry, 50 gram; Product code: From 12184 C to 12327 C; UPC: 8 38766 10731 8; Best By date: From 01-AUG-13 to 01-DEC-13
• Vega Sport Endurance Bar Mocha, 50 gram; Product codes: F12185C, 12217C, 12328C, 13064C, 22273C; UPC: 8 38766 10730 1; Best By dates: 01-AUG-13, 01-SEP-13, 01-OCT-13, 01-DEC-13, 01-APR-13
• Vega One Bar All-in-one Nutrition Double Chocolate, 63 gram; Product code: F13026C; UPC: 8 38766 17003 9; Best By date: 26-FEB-14
• Vega One Bar All-in-one Nutrition Chocolate Almond, 63 gram; Product codes: F13028C; UPC: 13095C; UPC: 8 38766 17004 6; Best By dates: 28-FEB-14, 04-MAY-14
• Vega One Bar All-in-one Nutrition Chocolate Cherry, 63 gram; Product code: F13032C; UPC: 13071C; UPC: 8 38766 17005 3; Best By dates: 01-MAR-14, 07-APR-14
• Vega Vibrancy Bar Berry Bliss, 50 gram; Product code: From 12182 C to 13153 C; UPC: 8 38766 14001 8; Best By dates: From 01-JUL-13 to 01-JUL-14
• Vega Vibrancy Bar Wholesome Original, 50 gram; Product code: From 12180 C to 13053 C; UPC: 8 38766 14006 3; Best By dates: From 01-JUL-13 to 01-MAR-14
• Vega Whole Food Energy Bar Berry Flavour, 63 gram; Product code: From 22141 to 22321; UPC: 8 38766 00582 9; Best By dates: From 01-JUN-13 to 01-DEC-13
• Vega Whole Food Energy Bar Chocolate Flavour, 63 gram; Product code: From 22322 to 32271; UPC: 8 38766 00581 2; Best By dates: From 01-JUN-13 to 01-DEC-13
• Vega Whole Food Energy Bar Natural Flavor, 63 gram; Product code: From 12141 to 22320; UPC: 8 38766 00583 6; Best By dates: From 01-JUN-13 to 01-DEC-13
• Vega Whole Food Vibrancy Bar Chocolate Decadence, 50 gram; Product code: F32139; UPC: 8 38766 00550 8; Best By date:s 01-JUN-13
• Vega Whole Food Vibrancy Bar Green Synergy, 50 gram; Product code: F42139; UPC: 8 38766 00551 5; Best By dates: 01-JUN-13
• Vega Whole Food Vibrancy Bar Wholesome Original, 50 gram; Product code: F22139; UPC: 8 38766 00552 2; Best By dates: 01-JUN-13

About Milk Allergies:
For some people, milk (and milk products) are a source of urgent, dangerous and potentially deadly, allergic reactions. Due to modern food manufacturing methods, milk products may not “look” or “sound” like milk. Some examples of foods with milk proteins include artificial butter or cheese flavor; casein or caseinates; curds; ghee; hydrolysates; lactalbumin and lactalbumin phosphate; lactose, lactoglobulin, lactoferrin and lactulose; and finally, rennet (originally, ground calves’ stomach but more often now, by-products of genetically engineered bacteria, mold or yeast).

Anaphylactic Shock could occur in consumers who are allergic to milk or milk ingredients within a very short time, potentially leading to severe injury and/or death. If you suspect Anaphylactic Shock, call 9-1-1 or other local emergency number for immediate transport to a medical center. If trained and an emergency kit is available, it may be appropriate to give an injectable drug such as Epinephrine (also known as adrenaline or adrenalin) to the affected individual. Trade names of these products include EpiPen, Twinject, Adrenaclick, Anapen, Jext, Allerject and Auvi-Q. Please note: even patients who are apparently stabilized should still go to hospital for emergency evaluation. Further treatment is often necessary.

You can learn more about Milk Allergies by visiting Health Canada at: http://ht.ly/kWgYi

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St-Hubert Chicken Chowder Recall [Canada]

Canada/Ottawa: Meilleures Marques Limitée recalls some St-Hubert brand Chicken Chowder due to undeclared egg, wheat ingredients, both known allergens. CFIA: http://ht.ly/lP39G

Direct link: http://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/inspection/2013/33957r-eng.php

Additional information:
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (“CFIA”) reports the following Chicken Chowder is subject to this recall:

• St-Hubert Chicken Chowder, 540 mL; Product codes: BB/MA 2015 AL 19; EST 142 214 12 110; UPC: 0 66701 00408 2

Egg & Wheat Allergies:
For some people, egg (and egg products) are a source of urgent, dangerous and potentially deadly, allergic reactions. Foods made from egg ingredients may not necessarily sound as if they are derived from egg products. Examples of these include words such as “albumin”, “binder”, “emulsifier” or “lecithin”. These ingredients (and many more) are likely derived from egg protein and thus can cause serious allergic reactions in sensitive individuals. Anaphylactic Shock could occur in consumers who are allergic to foods containing egg within a very short time, potentially leading to severe injury and/or death.

Wheat (and wheat products) can also be a source of urgent, dangerous and potentially deadly, allergic reactions. Due to modern food manufacturing methods, wheat products may not “look” or “sound” like wheat. People with a wheat allergy should suspect products such as all breads, cakes, breakfast cereals, pasta, crackers, beer, soy sauce and even condiments, such as ketchup, as having wheat unless specifically declared otherwise.

If you suspect Anaphylactic Shock, call-9-1-1 or other local emergency number for immediate transport to a medical center. If trained and an emergency kit is available, it may be appropriate to give an injectable drug such as Epinephrine (also known as adrenaline or adrenalin) to the affected individual. Trade names of these products include EpiPen, Twinject, Adrenaclick, Anapen, Jext, Allerject and Auvi-Q. Please note: even patients who are apparently stabilized should still go to hospital for emergency evaluation. Further treatment is often necessary.

You can learn more about Egg Allergies by visiting Health Canada at http://ht.ly/kHuZg.

You can learn more about Wheat Allergies by visiting Health Canada at http://ht.ly/lP5y5.

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General Mills Cinnamon Toast Crunch Recall [US]

US/Silver Spring: General Mills recalls some single-serve reduced-sugar Cinnamon Toast Crunch Bowlpak due to Salmonella hazard. FDA: http://ht.ly/lOOE0

Direct link: www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm355309.htm

Additional information:
The US Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) reports General Mills was notified by a supplier that it had recalled an ingredient due to the possible presence of Salmonella.

According to the FDA, the recall involves single-serve reduced-sugar Cinnamon Toast Crunch Bowlpaks with the following “Better if Used By” dates printed on the package:

• 31AUG2013
• 02SEP2013

About Salmonella Poisoning:
Salmonellosis (Salmonella poisoning) is a very common type of food poisoning caused by the Salmonella bacterium. Although there are thought to be over 2,000 different kinds of these bacteria, only a comparative few make humans sick. Salmonella serotype “Typhimurium” and Salmonella serotype “Enteritidis” are thought to the two most common types in North America.

In young children, the elderly and people with compromised immune systems, Salmonellosis may cause serious and sometimes deadly infections. Even in otherwise healthy people, Salmonellosis may cause high fever, severe headache, vomiting, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea. In rare cases, however, Salmonellosis can cause more severe illnesses such as arterial infections (i.e., infected Aneurysms) Endocarditis and Arthritis.

If you suspect your food is contaminated, do not eat it. Contact the retailer for a refund or replacement. Wash your hands, contaminated preparation surfaces, cutlery and serving dishes thoroughly with hot soapy water and dry. Contact your MD immediately if you experience Salmonellosis symptoms.

You can learn more about Salmonellosis from the US National Institutes of Health (“NIH”) at http://1.usa.gov/HI6RYS

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NHTSA June Vehicle Recalls – 15 MTD [US]

US/Washington: As of Friday, June 7, the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has posted 15 vehicle or tire recalls so far this month. Are yours listed? http://ht.ly/5G8bb

Direct link: http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/owners/SearchCurrentMonthRecall

Additional information:
Recently added recalls include products from the following manufacturers:

• Brake Parts Inc. – Brake hazard: potential number of units affected: 624
• Chrysler Group LLC – Power train and steering hazards: potential number of units affected: 180,131
• Chrysler Group LLC – Air bag, electrical system, seat belts hazards: Potential Number of Units Affected: 254,396
• CODA Automotive – Air bags hazard: potential number of units affected: 117
• Fleetwood RV – Loose solar panel hazards: potential number of units affected: 184
• Fleetwood RV – Tire failure hazards: potential number of units affected: 113
• Ford Motor Company – Fuel system hazards: potential number of units affected: 390,783
• General Motors LLC – Fuel system hazards: potential number of units affected: 1,791
• New Flyer Industries Ltd. – Electrical system hazards: potential number of units affected: 101
• PACCAR Incorporated – Electrical system hazards: potential number of units affected: 1,340
• Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing – Brake hazard: potential number of units affected: 87,060
• Triumph Motorcycles America – Steering, vehicle speed control hazards: potential number of units affected: 652
• Yakima Products – Whispbar rack system hazards: potential number of units affected: 1,369

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J & J Benecol Yogurt Drink Recall [UK]

UK/London: Johnson & Johnson recalls some Benecol Yogurt Drinks due to yeast fermentation hazard. FSA: http://ht.ly/lOebU

Direct link: http://www.food.gov.uk/news-updates/recalls-news/2013/jun/benecol-recall

Additional information:
The UK Food Standards Agency (“FSA”) reports the following batches of Benecol Peach & Apricot Yogurt Drink are subject to this recall:

• Benecol Peach & Apricot Yogurt Drink with a ‘Use by’ date 9 June 2013 / Lot number L9.06.13
• Benecol Peach & Apricot Yogurt Drink with a ‘Use by’ date 13 June 2013 / Lot number L13.06.13; and
• Benecol Peach & Apricot Yogurt Drink with a ‘Use by’ date 14 June 13 / Lot number L14.06.13

The ‘use by’ date and lot number can be found on top of the outer cardboard wrapping and on the lid.

If you suspect your Yogurt Drink has been recalled do not drink or otherwise consume it.

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