RECALL ALERT - 2/17/26
Baby food recalled because of patulin
IF Copack LLC doing business as Initiative Foods is recalling one lot of the “Tippy Toes” brand Apple Pear Banana Fruit puree because of elevated levels of patulin.
Patulin is a naturally occurring mycotoxin, which is produced by molds that may grow in various fruits, including apples. Long-term exposure resulting from ingestion of patulin can lead to various adverse health consequences, including a potential for immune suppression, nerve damage, headache, fever and nausea.
The product was distributed nationwide in retail grocery stores in all U.S. states other than Alaska. The product may have been distributed in the U.S. territories of Guam and Puerto Rico.
The UPC number on the product is 036800265783. The lot number is Lot # 07174. The “Best By” date is found on the bottom of each plastic tub. The recalled product will have a date stamped as “BB 07/17/2026.” The package is also marked with the package code INIA0120. .
No illnesses or injuries have been reported to date in relation to the recalled baby food.
The full article is available on the Food Safety News website:
https://www.foodsafetynews.com
RECALL ALERT - 2/17/26
Recall of moringa powder capsules linked to cases of drug-resistant salmonella
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is alerting consumers to a recall of a specific brand of moringa powder capsules that have been linked to multiple cases of a drug-resistant form of salmonella. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) report that seven cases of salmonella related to the recall have been reported in seven states, including one in Illinois.
According to the CDC, this outbreak is linked to certain lots of Rosabella brand moringa powder capsules distributed by Ambrosia Brands LLC. The firm agreed to recall the following:
Lot codes can be found on the bottom of the bottle.
Available nationwide primarily online on the company's website (tryrosabella.com), Amazon, TikTok Shop, Shein, and eBay
Consumers are advised to do the following:
Do not consume any of the product covered by the recall.
If you have the affected product, throw it away or return it to the point of purchase.
Wash any items or surfaces that may have touched the capsules using hot soapy water.
Watch for symptoms, including fever, dehydration, bloody or persistent diarrhea, or vomiting.
Tell your medical provider if you have consumed this product and are experiencing symptoms.
Visit the FDA's website for specific lot code details:
https://www.fda.gov/food
RECALL ALERT - 2/9/26
Chips Ahoy cookie bites recall expanded
Mondelēz Global LLC has expanded its Dec. 24, 2025, recall in the United States of Chips Ahoy! Baked Bites Brookies. This expansion includes one additional code date (10MAY2026) and two additional UPCs of product pouches inside the recalled carton units of Chips Ahoy! Baked Bites Brookie.
The recall is being conducted because of an incorrect mixing process that resulted in the formation of small corn starch clumps in the product. Due to the characteristics and size of the starch clumps, they could constitute a choking hazard, particularly in special risk groups, such as young children and the elderly.
There have been no reports of injury or illness reported to Mondelēz Global LLC to date related to this product.
This recall is limited exclusively to the Chips Ahoy! Baked Bites Brookie products with Best When Used By Dates listed in the grid below, available at a limited number of retail stores nationwide. No other Chips Ahoy! or Mondelēz Global LLC products are included in, or affected by, this recall.
Consumers who have this product should not eat it.
Visit the original article for product descriptions and UPC codes:
https://www.foodsafetynews.com
IDPH News Release
IDPH Issues Reminder About Potential Hazards of Consuming Raw Milk
At least eleven recent illnesses linked to consumption of unpasteurized milk
SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is issuing a general reminder to the public about the potential dangers of consuming raw milk after at least eleven people were recently sickened by such products. While most milk products sold in the state are pasteurized, meaning they have been treated with heat to kill viruses, germs, and other substances that can cause illness, raw milk is milk that has not been pasteurized, making it more likely to be a source of foodborne illness.
“Pasteurization is one of the greatest public health successes of the last century,” said IDPH Director Dr. Sameer Vohra. “It helps keep milk and dairy products safe for everyone to enjoy. Raw milk skips this important step and can carry dangerous germs that may cause serious illness, especially in young children, older people, and individuals with chronic medical conditions. To help keep everyone in Illinois safe, we encourage people to be cautious and think carefully before choosing to drink raw milk.”
IDPH has so far identified an outbreak of eleven cases of Campylobacter infection that appear to be linked to consumption of raw milk from a common source; the producer is taking steps to notify customers and is cooperating with the investigation. Campylobacter is a bacteria that can cause diarrhea (which can be bloody), fever, and stomach cramps. In more severe cases, the infection can lead to irritable bowel syndrome, arthritis, and Guillain-Barré syndrome. IDPH recommends that anyone who has consumed raw milk and begins to exhibit those symptoms to contact their medical provider.
Illinois raw milk rules require testing for temperature, antibiotics, and certain signs that could indicate infection within the product. However, specific pathogen testing for germs like Campylobacter or other disease-causing agents like E. coli or salmonella is not required.
IDPH recommends the following precautions to avoid illnesses associated with milk consumption:
• Use pasteurized milk and dairy products.
• Refrigerate perishable foods at 40°F or colder to slow bacterial growth. Never leave perishable food out for more than two hours -- or one hour if exposed to temperatures above 90°F, like in a hot car or at a picnic.
• Throw away expired or spoiled food. When in doubt, throw it out.
For more information on raw milk and its potential hazards, go to Raw Milk and Your Health.
IDPH Warns Public to Watch Out for Rabid Bats
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