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Newsweek
25-06-2025
- Health
- Newsweek
Fish Recall Update for 3 States as FDA Sets Highest Risk Level
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Food inspectors have designated the highest risk level to a recall of fish feared to be contaminated with bacterium that causes a rare, life-threatening condition. P. East Trading Corp. voluntarily recalled 81 cases of Salted Smoked Split Herring—or kippers—distributed across retail locations in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut because of the potential for contamination with clostridium botulinum, the bacterium responsible for botulism, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced in a company press release on June 10. The FDA classified the recall as Class I, its highest risk level for food recalls, on Tuesday. The fish, distributed under the description "Salted Smoked Split Herring," was sold in 18-pound wooden boxes and was often repackaged. No illnesses connected to the recall have been reported as of June 10, the company said. Newsweek contacted P. East Trading Corp. for comment on Wednesday. Stock picture of smoked herring fish fillet on wooden board with herbs. Stock picture of smoked herring fish fillet on wooden board with herbs. Getty Images Why It Matters The recall raised health concerns in the three states because uneviscerated fish over five inches in length are known to be susceptible to contamination with clostridium botulinum spores, posing a potentially fatal health risk to consumers. Botulism can cause severe symptoms, including paralysis and death, and toxins may be present even if the product appears normal, according to the FDA. What To Know "The product was likely to be repacked by these retail locations in deli-style or other retail packaging," the June 10 recall notice said. A list of locations that received and potentially sold the recalled products can be found here. The affected product carries code Lot 1PRC5073 and was manufactured by Sea Star Seafood Ltd. of Canada, the FDA's announcement said. P. East Trading Corp., located in the Bronx, New York, issued the voluntary recall following analysis by New York State Food Laboratory personnel, who said the fish was not properly eviscerated. FDA documentation says that sale of uneviscerated fish longer than 5 inches is especially risky because of the concentration of C. botulinum spores in fish viscera. The recall covers 81 cases in total, the FDA said. The FDA classified the recall as Class I, meaning there is a reasonable probability that eating the product will cause health problems or death (FDA Import Alert #16-74). Consumers are advised not to eat the fish, even if it does not look or smell spoiled, because toxins produced by C. botulinum are undetectable via appearance or taste. The product was sold through a wide network of supermarket and specialty food retailers in the tri-state area. Locations that received the product include multiple outlets in major cities and suburban communities, such as Pioneer Supermarket (Newark, New Jersey), Joe's Market #3 (Irvington, New Jersey), Keyfood Supermarket (Laurelton, New York), Happy Fruit Market (Teaneck, New Jersey), Food Bazaar Supermarkets, C Town Supermarkets, Ideal Food Basket and dozens more. Botulism Symptoms Symptoms of botulism include general weakness, dizziness, double vision, speech or swallowing difficulties, muscle weakness, abdominal distension and constipation. Immediate medical attention is urged for people who experience such symptoms following fish consumption. The FDA maintains ongoing import alerts against uneviscerated or partially eviscerated fish because of the high risk for botulism outbreaks. Historical data show that improperly processed fish have caused multiple severe and sometimes fatal outbreaks in the U.S. and globally, notably among immigrants and ethnic communities with traditional fish preservation methods. Proper evisceration and processing are mandated in the U.S. to control C. botulinum, and the FDA requires manufacturers to maintain appropriate Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point plans to verify products' safety before releasing them to the American market. What Happens Next Consumers who bought the fish are urged to return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. The company provided a direct contact—Jay Hong, office manager, at (718) 991-6070 or peastl@ further information.
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Urgent dried fruit recall in 19 states over serious health risk
Dried fruit sold in multiple states has been recalled due to a serious health risk. Turkana Food Inc issued a recall on 352 cases of its Floria Dried Apricots, according to a press release shared by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Thursday. The product was recalled because it contains an undeclared allergen, sulfites, or 'chemicals used as preservatives' added to foods, beverages, and medications to prevent them from spoiling, according to the Cleveland Clinic. According to the FDA, the recall came after routine sampling, performed by the New York State Department of Agriculture, revealed that the product contained sulfites, which 'were not listed on the product labeling.' As Turkana Food Inc continues an 'investigation to correct the issue with the manufacturer,' production and distribution of the product by the FDA has been ceased. The recalled Floria Dried Apricots were sold at stores in 19 states: Alabama, California, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Maryland, Michigan, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Tennessee, Texas, and Virginia. The product has the LOT number 440090478-15-333 on the bottom portion of the packaging. The UPC Label 2539560010 is marked by a sticker on the side of the packaging. The expiration date of November 2026 is also on the bottom of the packaging. Consumers who have the recalled product should not consume it. The FDA is also urging consumer to return the dried apricots to the place of purchase for a full refund. There have been no reported illnesses so far. Most often, people with asthma have allergies and sensitivities to sulfites. Earlier this week, P. East Trading Corp. also urgently recalled its Salted Smoked Split Herring because it may have been contaminated with Clostridium botulinum, a bacterium that can cause illness or death. Botulism is a rare but serious condition caused by a toxin that attacks the body's nerves. Symptoms include general weakness, dizziness, double-vision, trouble with speaking or swallowing, difficulty in breathing, abdominal distension, and constipation. Then, on Tuesday, 6,668 cases of Breyers Chocolate Truffle Ice Cream was also recalled following customer concerns that there was a mislabeling error. The recall came after it was found that the tubs actually contained Rocky Road ice cream. The Chocolate Truffle flavor has an allergen label that reads, 'may contain tree nuts,' while the Rocky Road flavor declares almonds as one of the ingredients. The last two years have also seen an alarming and unexplained rise in recalls. In 2024, approximately 300 food recalls were issued, with those recalls being linked to nearly 1,400 illnesses, a Public Interest Research Group report revealed. Out of the 1,400 illnesses, 487 people became sick enough to require hospitalization, and 19 people died. While those numbers are still low when weighed against the entire U.S. population, they are also double the number of hospitalizations and deaths from food-borne illnesses in 2023.
Yahoo
12-06-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Over 44,000 pounds of shrimp recalled due to possible listeria contamination
A seafood company has issued a recall on its Cooked & Peeled Ready-To-Eat Coldwater Shrimp Meat due to a potential listeria contamination. The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced the recall from Bornstein Seafoods Inc., which affects 44,550 pounds of shrimp, after a routine sampling detected listeria monocytogenes. As noted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), listeria is a 'bacteria that can contaminate many foods.' Although symptoms can vary, a listeria infection 'can cause invasive illness and intestinal illness.' Listeria infection is the third leading cause of death from foodborne illness in the United States, killing roughly 260 people per year. According to the FDA's report, the shrimp was sold in either one-pound or five-pound bags and was distributed to retailers in California, Oregon, Washington, and British Columbia of Canada. The affected bags of shrimp are listed alongside the product's UPC code and lot number in the report. No illnesses have currently been reported. All customers who have purchased the affected bags of shrimp are urged to return them to the place of purchase in exchange for a full refund. Any questions regarding the recall can be directed to the company using the email address Andrew@ The recall came on the same day P. East Trading Corp. recalled its Salted Smoked Split Herring because it may have been contaminated with Clostridium botulinum, a bacterium that can cause illness or death. Botulism is a rare but serious condition caused by a toxin that attacks the body's nerves. Symptoms include general weakness, dizziness, double-vision, trouble with speaking or swallowing, difficulty in breathing, abdominal distension, and constipation. There have been no reported illnesses so far. The last two years have also seen an alarming and unexplained rise in recalls. In 2024, approximately 300 food recalls were issued, with those recalls being linked to nearly 1,400 illnesses, a Public Interest Research Group report revealed. Out of the 1,400 illnesses, 487 people became sick enough to require hospitalization, and 19 people died. While those numbers are still low when weighed against the entire U.S. population, they are also double the number of hospitalizations and deaths from food-borne illnesses in 2023.
Yahoo
11-06-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Urgent fish recall issued over botulism concerns
Fish sold in multiple U.S. states have been urgently recalled because they may have been contaminated with Clostridium botulinum, a bacterium that can cause illness or death. P. East Trading Corp. is recalling its Salted Smoked Split Herring, according to a press release shared by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Tuesday. The product is five inches in length and uneviscerated, meaning they had not had its internal organs removed. According to the FDA, the recalled fish may contain Clostridium botulinum spores that cause botulism, 'as they are more likely to be concentrated in the viscera than any other portion of the fish.' Botulism is a rare but serious condition caused by a toxin that attacks the body's nerves. Symptoms include general weakness, dizziness, double-vision, trouble with speaking or swallowing, difficulty in breathing, abdominal distension, and constipation. The recall came after the Salted Smoked Split Herring was sampled by a New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Food Inspector. A subsequent analysis of the product confirmed that the 'herring was not properly eviscerated prior to processing.' There have been no reported illnesses so far. The recalled fish was sold at retail locations in Connecticut, New Jersey, and New York. It was sold in 18-pound wooden boxes with the container code Lot 1 PRC5073. However, the FDA noted that the product could have been repacked by retail store workers in 'deli-style or other retail packaging.' A specific list of the stores that received and potentially sold the herring can be found here. Consumers are urged not to eat the recalled herring. Instead, they should return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. This isn't the only product that's been recalled due to a risk of botulinum. In April, Walker's Wine Juice recalled its pumpkin juice, sold in 12 states, because it may have contained the potentially fatal form of food poisoning. The recall was issued after the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Food Inspectors discovered the juice's pH was 'too high to be processed per Walker's 'hot fill' schedule process.' The recall applied to all lots of Walker's Wine Juice's 2.5-gallon bag in a box and 5-gallon hot pack labeled 'pumpkin' in addition to their 30-, 60-, and 275-gallon bulk containers also labeled 'pumpkin.' The last two years have also seen an alarming and unexplained rise in recalls. In 2024, approximately 300 food recalls were issued, with those recalls being linked to nearly 1,400 illnesses, a Public Interest Research Group report revealed. Out of the 1,400 illnesses, 487 people became sick enough to require hospitalization, and 19 people died. While those numbers are still low when weighed against the entire U.S. population, they are also double the number of hospitalizations and deaths from food-borne illnesses in 2023. In May, cucumbers sold across the country were recalled after people in 15 states reported getting ill from salmonella. Florida-based Bedner Growers, Inc. recalled the vegetables distributed by Fresh Start Produce Sales, Inc. from April 29 to May 19.
Yahoo
10-06-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Broome County educating seniors and caregivers on Alzheimer's
BROOME COUNTY, N.Y. (WIVT/WBGH) – Older adults can join Broome County in learning more about Alzheimer's. The Broome County Office for Aging and the Alzheimer's Association are hosting a presentation on 'Exploring Care and Support Services' at the Johnson City Senior Center on June 17 from 1 to 2 p.m. This is one part of the Alzheimer's Association's 'Empowered Caregiver Series.' The presentation will walk caregivers through different types of respite, both long-term and residential, how to plan for these changes, and end-of-life care options. Additional parts of the series will be held in upcoming months. You do not have to attend allparts of the series. To register for the event, call the Office for Aging at (607) 778-2411 and ask to speak with Megan. Hanagan's Heroes monument to be relocated to Southside Veterans Park Broome County educating seniors and caregivers on Alzheimer's Binghamton man sentenced for threatening victim from jail Riley supporting loan forgiveness for volunteer first responders P. East Trading Corp recalls Salted Smoked Split Herring Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
