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Irish Times
2 days ago
- Health
- Irish Times
No evidence salad products recall linked to ‘extensive' listeriosis outbreak, says food safety watchdog
There is 'no evidence' that the presence of potentially fatal bacteria in spinach and mixed leaves is connected to the 'extensive outbreak' of listeriosis relating to ready meals, the food safety watchdog has said. Last week, the Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) recalled 141 ready-made meals produced by Ballymaguire Foods in connection with an outbreak of the rare bacterial infection listeriosis . The affected meals include chicken curries, lasagnes, bolognaises, pasta bakes, cottage pies and chow meins. Affected side dishes include ready-made mashed potatoes, carrots and peas, green cabbage and pilau rice. One adult has died as a result of listeriosis. Nine cases of infection were identified in connection with this outbreak. READ MORE On Sunday, the FSAI issued a second recall, this time relating to spinach and mixed leaves products produced by McCormack Family Farms , due to the detection of the bacterium Listeria monocytogenes. However, the food safety authority said there is 'no evidence that this food recall is linked with the listeriosis outbreak related to ready-to-heat meals that is currently under investigation'. Six salad leaf products have been recalled by the Food Safety Authority of Ireland. Photograph: FSAI The watchdog added that, as of Monday, there were no cases of listeriosis associated with the spinach and mixed leaves products that are the subject of the recall. 'The FSAI is aware that consumers may be feeling anxious at the news of a second recall involving Listeria monocytogenes,' said the agency. ' While we urge people to be aware of the risks, and to take precautions when using ready-to-eat foods, they can be assured that there is a robust food control system in place in Ireland, which contributed to the identification of the latest need for a recall.' It added: 'The FSAI advice, as always, is that if anyone has eaten any recalled foods and are feeling well, they do not need to do anything. However, if anyone has eaten any recalled foods and feels unwell, they should seek medical advice.' According to the FSAI, listeriosis is typically acquired by eating contaminated food. However, the bacteria that cause illness are killed by cooking thoroughly. On average, each year, there are between 14 and 22 cases of listeriosis reported in Ireland, said the agency. Symptoms of listeriosis can range from mild flu-like effects to gastrointestinal indicators such as nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea. Pregnant women, babies, older people and those who are immunocompromised are more vulnerable to severe infections. Prof Achim Schmalenberger, associate professor in microbiology at the University of Limerick, said that if you are not in one of the risk groups, you 'should not be worried too much'. 'A general recommendation is to cook your food properly. If one eats raw ingredients, make sure they were not cold-stored for extended periods of time so that small amounts of L. monocytogene s grow to dangerous levels.' The products recalled are: McCormack Family Farms Energise Super Mix 100g; McCormack Family Farms Irish Spinach Leaves 100g, 200g and 250g; McCormack Family Farms Mixed Leaves 75g; McCormack Family Farms Baby Leaves 100g and 200g; Tesco Mild Spinach 350g; and Egan's Irish Baby Spinach 250g.
Irish Post
2 days ago
- Health
- Irish Post
FSAI recalls numerous products after new Listeria outbreak
A FRESH wave of food recalls has been issued in Ireland after the discovery of Listeria in several spinach and mixed leaf products. The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) announced that seven products are being withdrawn from supermarket shelves due to contamination concerns. This recall follows a previous listeria-related alert earlier in the week, which involved more than 200 ready-made meals produced by Ballymaguire Foods and has already been linked to one death and nine confirmed cases of listeriosis. The latest recall includes products from McCormack Family Farms, Tesco, Egan's, and SuperValu. Among the items affected are McCormack's Energise Super Mix, Irish Spinach Leaves, Mixed Leaves, and Baby Leaves; Tesco's Mild Spinach; Egan's Irish Baby Spinach; and SuperValu's unwashed spinach bags. The FSAI has listed multiple best before dates across these products, with some extending as far as July 31, 2025. People are being urged not to eat any of the affected items. Supermarkets have been told to remove the products from sale and display recall notices. The FSAI has stated the health risks associated with listeria, noting that while listeriosis is rare, it can be dangerous for certain groups, including pregnant women, babies, the elderly and those with weakened immune systems. Symptoms typically include flu-like effects and gastrointestinal issues such as nausea, vomiting, and diarrhoea. In more serious cases, the infection can lead to severe complications. The incubation period for listeriosis averages three weeks but can range anywhere from three to 70 days. This latest recall comes amid a broader investigation by both the FSAI and the Health Service Executive's National Outbreak Control Team. Earlier this week, Ballymaguire Foods confirmed that it had temporarily shut down its production facility on July 19 after listeria was detected in its ready-made meals. The company issued an apology and stated that it has now completed a full pharmaceutical-grade cleaning of the facility. It also announced the appointment of Dr Patrick Wall, a former chief executive of the FSAI, to head its response team. Authorities are continuing to monitor the situation and are urging consumers to check their fridges for any of the recalled products. Anyone experiencing symptoms after consuming these items is advised to seek medical attention. See More: FSAI, Food, Listeria, Product Recall
BBC News
2 days ago
- Health
- BBC News
Listeria: Spinach and mixed leaves recalled due to detection
Spinach and mixed leaves products are being recalled due to the detection of listeriosis in the Republic of seven products are produced by McCormack Family Friday, the the Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) said it was investigating as an "extensive outbreak" of the bacterial infection, which has been linked to one death and nine confirmed day prior, over a hundred ready meals were removed from supermarket shelves in what has been described as a "full precautionary recall". The Spinach and mixed leaves products are branded under the McCormack Family Farms name as well as Tesco, Egan's and have been asked to remove the implicated products from sale and display recall notices at are advised not to eat the implicated Family Farms have been approached for comment. Last week, 141 ready-made products were recalled "due to a link with the outbreak".The various branded prepared meals and side dishes are produced by Ballymaguire Foods and are sold in many supermarkets in the country, including Tesco, Aldi, Centra and a statement, Ballymaguire Foods, which is based in Dublin, said it initiated a "full precautionary recall of all products produced at one of our facilities following the identification of listeria bacteria as part of a quality control check".The company apologised to customers. What is listeria? Listeria infection is an illness caused by bacteria that can spread through name for the illness is can be very serious for pregnant women, people over the age of 65, and those with weakened immune of Listeria monocytogenes infection can include mild flu-like symptoms or gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, and rare cases, the infection can become more severe, leading to serious incubation period (the time between initial infection and the first appearance of symptoms) averages about three weeks, but can range from three to 70 days.
Irish Times
3 days ago
- Health
- Irish Times
FSAI recalls spinach and mixed leaves products over listeriosis fears
Spinach and mixed leaves products produced by McCormack Family Farms are being recalled due to the detection of the bacteria listeria monocytogenes, said the Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) . Recall notices will be displayed at point of sale in stores, with the below branded products being recalled: McCormack Family Farms Energise Super Mix, 100g McCormack Family Farms Irish Spinach Leaves, 100g McCormack Family Farms Irish Spinach Leaves, 200g McCormack Family Farms Irish Spinach Leaves, 250g McCormack Family Farms Mixed Leaves, 75g McCormack Family Farms Baby Leaves, 100g & 200g Tesco Mild Spinach, 350g Egan's Irish Baby Spinach, 250g Earlier this week, 141 ready-made meals produced by Ballymaguire Foods were recalled from several Irish supermarkets in connection with an 'extensive' outbreak of the rare bacterial infection listeriosis. The FSAI confirmed that one adult has died as a result of listeriosis, while nine cases of infection were identified. [ What is listeriosis and how serious is an infection? Opens in new window ] Symptoms of listeria monocytogenes infection can range from mild flu-like symptoms to gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea. In rare cases, the infection can be more severe. READ MORE Some people are more vulnerable to listeriosis, including pregnant women, babies and people with weakened immune systems, including the elderly. Retailers are now requested to remove the implicated products from sale, and consumers are advised not to eat them. Further information on the recalled products, including their best-before dates, is available on the FSAI website here .
Irish Examiner
3 days ago
- Health
- Irish Examiner
Several spinach and mixed leaves products recalled following the detection of listeria
Several spinach and mixed leaves products produced by McCormack Family Farms have been recalled following the detection of listeria monocytogenes. It comes after 170 ready made meals produced by Ballymaguire Foods, were called back earlier this week. One adult has died with a confirmed case of the rare bacterial infection, and nine other cases have been linked to the "extensive outbreak" so far. The products being recalled today include: McCormack Family Farms Energise Super Mix, 100g, with best before dates of 29/07/2025 and 30/07/2025 McCormack Family Farms Irish Spinach Leaves, 100g, 200g and 250g, with best before dates of 25/07/2025, 26/07/2025, 27/07/2025, 28/07/2025, 29/07/2025, 30/07/2025, and 31/07/2025 McCormack Family Farms Mixed Leaves, 75g, with the best before date of 29/07/2025 McCormack Family Farms Baby Leaves, 100g and 200g, with best before dates of 25/07/2025, 26/07/2025, 27/07/2025, 28/07/2025, 29/07/2025, and 30/07/2025 Tesco Mild Spinach, 350g, with best before dates of 25/07/2025, 26/07/2025, 27/07/2025, 28/07/2025, 29/07/2025, 30/07/2025, and 31/07/2025 Egan's Baby Spinach, 250g, with best before dates of 23/07/2025, 24/07/2025, 25/07/2025, 26/07/2025/, and 27/07/2025. Several spinach and mixed leaves products produced by McCormack Family Farms have been recalled following the detection of listeria monocytogenes. Picture: FSAI According to the Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI), the symptoms of listeriosis can include mild flu-like symptoms, or gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea. In rare cases, the infection can be more severe, causing serious complications. Some people are "more vulnerable" to infections, including pregnant women, babies, and people with weakened immune systems, including the elderly. The incubation period, which is the time between initial infection and first symptoms appearing, is on average 3 weeks, but can range between 3 and 70 days. Consumers have now been advised not to eat the implicated products, and retailers have been requested to remove the implicated products from sale, and recall notices must be displayed at point-of-sale. Several spinach and mixed leaves products produced by McCormack Family Farms have been recalled following the detection of listeria monocytogenes. Picture: FSAI
