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Belfast Telegraph
22-05-2025
- Health
- Belfast Telegraph
Urgent milk recall issued in Northern Ireland over E. coli contamination fears
The recall – impacting Northern Ireland customers alone – was issued by Kenneth Hanna's Farm Shop over their 'Ken's Raw Jersey Milk' due to the possible contamination of the product with Shiga-toxin producing E. coli (STEC). The Food Standards Agency said the alert applies to the shop's 2-litre products and the recall applies to all batch-codes and all use-by dates. A notice in the farm shop itself states: 'Urgent all customers please observe this notice. As a precautionary measure we are recalling all batches and use-by dates of our raw cow's milk due to a potential link to illness from E. coli. "Please return or destroy any implicated milk or product made from this raw milk.' News Catch Up - Thursday 22 May In a risk statement published on the website of the Food Standards Agency, they said: 'The possible presence of STEC in this product. 'Symptoms caused by STEC organisms include severe diarrhoea (including bloody diarrhoea), abdominal pain, and sometimes haemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS), a serious condition that can lead to kidney failure and can be fatal. 'If you are experiencing these symptoms, you should stay away from work, school or nursery until you have stopped having symptoms for at least 48 hours to avoid passing it on to others.' They added: 'If you have bought the above product, do not drink it or use it to make dairy products. Instead, return it to the place of purchase or dispose of it and any products made from it.'
Daily Record
22-05-2025
- Health
- Daily Record
Milk urgently recalled as it may be contaminated with deadly bacteria
An alert to the Food Standards Agency (FSA) has warned customers not to drink this milk from a farm shop. Milk sold from a farm shop has been urgently recalled due to a potential contamination with a deadly bacteria.. The move has been made after it was discovered it may be contaminated with Kenneth Hanna's Farm Shop in Northern Ireland sounded the alarm after a product containing STEC was potentially found to have contaminated their Jersey milk. Customers are being urged not to consume or use Ken's Raw Jersey Milk and instead, return it or dispose of it. As reported by Belfast Live, this recall only applies to customers based in Northern Ireland. It has also affected all batch codes and use-by dates of the two-litre bottles of the cows milk. An alert sharing the details of the milk recall was recently posted to the Food Standards Agency (FSA). This explained many of the symptoms associated with STEC organisms include include severe diarrhoea (including bloody diarrhoea) and abdominal pain In some cases, it can cause haemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS), a serious condition that can lead to kidney failure and can be fatal. Anyone experiencing these symptoms has been advised to avoid going to school, work or nursery for up to 48 hours to avoid passing them on. STEC (Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli) is a specific type of that produces Shiga toxins, which are potent biological toxins that can cause severe illness in humans. O157:H7 is the most well-known STEC strain and is often linked to foodborne outbreaks from undercooked beef, raw produce, or unpasteurized dairy. Symptoms of an STEC infection typically begin three to four days after exposure but can range from one to 10 days. Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (HUS) impacts five to 10 per cent of STEC cases, predominantly affecting young children and the elderly. Symptoms of HUS include pale skin, fatigue, decreased urination, swelling. HUS can lead to kidney failure, and in rare instances, death. It comes after we just reported on a similar recall this week, as the Health shop Grape Tree Raw Unsalted Macadamia Nuts may also contain the "possible presence" of the Shiga toxin-producing E. coli. The recall affects 250g pack sizes with the batch code G41 5 101 250610 and best before date July 11, 2026. Symptoms of E. coli O157 infection Symptoms encompass diarrhoea, stomach cramps and occasionally fever. About half of those infected will experience bloody diarrhoea. Symptoms typically appear three to four days after infection. However, they can start any time between one and 14 days afterwards. These symptoms can persist for up to two weeks. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. Haemolytic uraemic syndrome (HUS). A small number of individuals with E. coli O157 infection progress to develop a serious condition known as haemolytic uraemic syndrome (HUS). This can sometimes result in kidney failure and death, although this is rare. The risk of HUS is highest in children aged under 5 years. Some people become infected but don't exhibit symptoms. What is raw milk? Raw milk is unpasteurised, completely unfiltered, and cherished for its creamy taste and thickness. Advocates argue it's a natural superfood, teeming with gut-friendly bacteria, enzymes, and nutrients supposedly destroyed by pasteurisation. Some have suggested that it aids with allergies and digestion problems, with some believing it strengthens the immune system. But raw milk can be a double-edged sword, as demonstrated here. Unlike pasteurised milk, it hasn't been subjected to heat treatment to kill off bacteria, so it can put you at risk of health issues. and STEC, Listeria, and Salmonella can also be present in raw cow's milk.
Wales Online
22-05-2025
- Health
- Wales Online
Urgent recall issued for milk with ‘do not drink' warning
Urgent recall issued for milk with 'do not drink' warning Customers are being urged to return affected bottles due to fears they have been contaminate with E-coli Bottles of milk from a farm shop have been recalled (Image: (Image: Getty) ) A farm shop brand has recalled bottles of milk over fears they may have been contaminated with bacteria. Kenneth Hanna's Farm Shop, a farm shop brand, has issued a recall for its two-litre bottles of Ken's Raw Jersey Milk. Customers who have purchased the product were advised: "Do not drink it or use it to make dairy products. Instead, return it to the place of purchase or dispose of it and any products made from it." The Food Standards Agency issued a notice stating that the milk may contain Shiga-toxin producing E. coli (STEC). It added: "Symptoms caused by STEC organisms include severe diarrhoea (including bloody diarrhoea), abdominal pain, and sometimes haemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS), a serious condition that can lead to kidney failure and can be fatal." They also advised: "If you are experiencing these symptoms, you should stay away from work, school or nursery until you have stopped having symptoms for at least 48 hours to avoid passing it on to others", reports the Express. Article continues below The recall is applicable to all use-by dates and batch codes for the item. is a bacteria found in the intestines of warm-blooded organisms, including humans. While most strains are harmless, some can cause severe food poisoning. Article continues below Common sources of STEC outbreaks include raw or undercooked ground meat products, raw milk, and contaminated vegetables. Young children and the elderly are particularly susceptible to life-threatening illness.
The Sun
21-05-2025
- Health
- The Sun
Milk is urgently pulled from shelves over traces of deadly bacteria which kills one in 20
A FARM shop is urgently recalling cow's milk over E. coli fears. Kenneth Hanna's Farm Shop issued the stark alert after a product containing STEC possibly contaminated the Jersey milk. 2 The shop in Northern Ireland has told customers not to drink or use Ken's Raw Jersey Milk and instead to return it or dispose of it. This recall applies to customers in Northern Ireland only. The bottles are two litres, and all batch codes and all use-by codes are impacted. The Food Standards Agency's (FSA) risk statement warned of: "The possible presence of STEC in this product. "Symptoms caused by STEC organisms include severe diarrhoea (including bloody diarrhoea), abdominal pain, and sometimes haemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS), a serious condition that can lead to kidney failure and can be fatal. "If you are experiencing these symptoms, you should stay away from work, school or nursery until you have stopped having symptoms for at least 48 hours to avoid passing it on to others." A point-of-sale notice has been hung in the farm store that was selling the milk. STEC (Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli) is a specific type of E. coli that produces Shiga toxins, which are potent biological toxins that can cause severe illness in humans. E. coli O157:H7 is the most well-known STEC strain and is often linked to foodborne outbreaks from undercooked beef, raw produce, or unpasteurized dairy. Symptoms of an STEC infection typically begin 3–4 days after exposure but can range from 1 to 10 days. Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (HUS) occurs in 5–10 percent of STEC cases, especially in young children and the elderly. Symptoms of HUS include pale skin, fatigue, decreased urination, swelling. HUS can lead to kidney failure, and in rare cases, death. In the UK, the number of food product recalls varies year on year and are affected by consumer trends, legislative changes and tech developments. In 2023, the FSA reported a 21 percent drop in recalls from 2022. However, in 2024 the number of products marked as not fit for consumption was 2.5 higher than 2023. What are the symptoms of an E. coli infection? Escherichia coli O157, sometimes called STEC (Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli), is a bacterial infection that can cause severe stomach pain, bloody diarrhoea and kidney failure. The NHS lists the symptoms as: Diarrhoea Stomach cramps Occasionally fever About half of people with the infection will have bloody diarrhoea. People usually notice symptoms three to four days after they' ve been infected. But symptoms can start any time between one and 14 days afterwards. These symptoms can last up to two weeks. A small number of people with E. coli O157 infection go on to develop a serious condition called haemolytic uraemic syndrome (HUS). Symptoms of HUS include: Peeing less Tiredness Swelling Bruising This can sometimes lead to kidney failure and death, although this is rare. The risk of HUS is highest in children aged under five years. Some people become infected but don't develop symptoms. Speak to your GP if you or your child has diarrhoea and: It's particularly frequent or severe It lasts for more than seven days A severe or continuous stomach ache Weight loss Have passed a large amount of very watery diarrhoea Have signs of dehydration – including drowsiness, peeing less than usual, and feeling lightheaded or dizzy If you or your child has bloody diarrhoea contact your GP practice and ask for an urgent appointment or call NHS 111. Raw milk is unpasteurised, totally unfiltered, and loved for its creamy taste and thickness. Advocates claim it's a natural superfood, packed with gut-friendly bacteria, enzymes, and nutrients supposedly destroyed by pasteurisation. Some have claimed that it helps with allergies and digestion issues, with some believing it supports the immune system. But raw milk can be a double-edged sword, as is the case here. Unlike pasteurised milk, it hasn't been heat-treated to kill off bacteria. As well as and STEC, Listeria, and Salmonella can also be found in raw cow's milk.
Scottish Sun
21-05-2025
- Health
- Scottish Sun
Milk is urgently pulled from shelves over traces of deadly bacteria which kills one in 20
Read on to learn more about how STEC HOLY COW Milk is urgently pulled from shelves over traces of deadly bacteria which kills one in 20 Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A FARM shop is urgently recalling cow's milk over E. coli fears. Kenneth Hanna's Farm Shop issued the stark alert after a product containing STEC possibly contaminated the Jersey milk. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 Ken's Raw Jersey Milk is being recalled following contamination fears Credit: Facebook The shop in Northern Ireland has told customers not to drink or use Ken's Raw Jersey Milk and instead to return it or dispose of it. This recall applies to customers in Northern Ireland only. The bottles are two litres, and all batch codes and all use-by codes are impacted. The Food Standards Agency's (FSA) risk statement warned of: "The possible presence of STEC in this product. "Symptoms caused by STEC organisms include severe diarrhoea (including bloody diarrhoea), abdominal pain, and sometimes haemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS), a serious condition that can lead to kidney failure and can be fatal. "If you are experiencing these symptoms, you should stay away from work, school or nursery until you have stopped having symptoms for at least 48 hours to avoid passing it on to others." A point-of-sale notice has been hung in the farm store that was selling the milk. STEC (Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli) is a specific type of E. coli that produces Shiga toxins, which are potent biological toxins that can cause severe illness in humans. E. coli O157:H7 is the most well-known STEC strain and is often linked to foodborne outbreaks from undercooked beef, raw produce, or unpasteurized dairy. Symptoms of an STEC infection typically begin 3–4 days after exposure but can range from 1 to 10 days. Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (HUS) occurs in 5–10 percent of STEC cases, especially in young children and the elderly. Symptoms of HUS include pale skin, fatigue, decreased urination, swelling. HUS can lead to kidney failure, and in rare cases, death. In the UK, the number of food product recalls varies year on year and are affected by consumer trends, legislative changes and tech developments. In 2023, the FSA reported a 21 percent drop in recalls from 2022. However, in 2024 the number of products marked as not fit for consumption was 2.5 higher than 2023. What are the symptoms of an E. coli infection? Escherichia coli O157, sometimes called STEC (Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli), is a bacterial infection that can cause severe stomach pain, bloody diarrhoea and kidney failure. The NHS lists the symptoms as: Diarrhoea Stomach cramps Occasionally fever About half of people with the infection will have bloody diarrhoea. People usually notice symptoms three to four days after they' ve been infected. But symptoms can start any time between one and 14 days afterwards. These symptoms can last up to two weeks. A small number of people with E. coli O157 infection go on to develop a serious condition called haemolytic uraemic syndrome (HUS). Symptoms of HUS include: Peeing less Tiredness Swelling Bruising This can sometimes lead to kidney failure and death, although this is rare. The risk of HUS is highest in children aged under five years. Some people become infected but don't develop symptoms. Speak to your GP if you or your child has diarrhoea and: It's particularly frequent or severe It lasts for more than seven days A severe or continuous stomach ache Weight loss Have passed a large amount of very watery diarrhoea Have signs of dehydration – including drowsiness, peeing less than usual, and feeling lightheaded or dizzy If you or your child has bloody diarrhoea contact your GP practice and ask for an urgent appointment or call NHS 111. Raw milk is unpasteurised, totally unfiltered, and loved for its creamy taste and thickness. Advocates claim it's a natural superfood, packed with gut-friendly bacteria, enzymes, and nutrients supposedly destroyed by pasteurisation. Some have claimed that it helps with allergies and digestion issues, with some believing it supports the immune system. But raw milk can be a double-edged sword, as is the case here. Unlike pasteurised milk, it hasn't been heat-treated to kill off bacteria. As well as and STEC, Listeria, and Salmonella can also be found in raw cow's milk.
