RECALL ALERT - 6/12/25
Chocolate pudding recalled because of damage to containers
Treehouse Foods of Oak Brook, IL, is recalling specific batches of Sysco Classic Chocolate Pudding and Bay Valley Foods Thank You Chocolate Pudding because of post-process damage to containers, which may lead to potential microbial growth and swollen or exploding cans. The recall, initiated on April 30, 2025, is classified as a Class II recall, indicating a low risk of serious health consequences, though temporary or reversible effects may occur. The recall remains ongoing, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The recalled products were distributed to food service distributors in Arizona, Arkansas, California, Florida, Idaho, Illinois, Kansas, Louisiana, Michigan, Nebraska, Ohio, Oklahoma, Texas, Virginia and Wisconsin.
Damaged containers can allow microbial growth, potentially leading to foodborne illness. Symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or abdominal pain. Individuals experiencing adverse reactions after consuming these products should seek medical care promptly.
Consumers and distributors who have purchased or received the recalled chocolate pudding are urged not to consume or distribute them.
Check the FSN article for descriptions of the recalled products:
https://www.foodsafetynews.com
RECALL ALERT - 6/10/25
Nationwide egg recall issued as Salmonella outbreak sickens 79 across 7 states
A multistate Salmonella outbreak tied to organic and cage free eggs from August Egg Company has sickened 79 people and prompted a nationwide recall, according to the CDC. No deaths have been reported. The outbreak spans Arizona (3 cases), California (63), Kentucky (1), Nebraska (2), New Jersey (2), Nevada (4), and Washington (4), with illnesses reported between Feb. 24 and May 17, 2025. Six people in Kentucky, New Jersey, and Washington reported travel to California or Nevada before becoming ill, suggesting they may have been exposed while traveling.
State and local health officials interviewed 30 affected individuals, with 27 (90 percent) reporting they consumed eggs in the week before falling ill. Investigators identified illness sub-clusters at two restaurants where eggs were served, providing critical clues to the outbreak’s source. A sub-cluster is a group of unrelated individuals who fell ill after eating at the same location, such as a restaurant. Eggs were a common food item at both locations. Epidemiologic, laboratory, and traceback data show that eggs distributed by August Egg Company may be contaminated with Salmonella Enteritidis and may be making people sick. FDA conducted an inspection at August Egg Company’s processing facility and collected samples for testing. Some samples tested positive for Salmonella. WGS showed that the Salmonella in the samples are closely related to Salmonella from sick people. People reported buying many different brands of eggs from multiple stores. FDA conducted a traceback investigation based on where ill individuals reported shopping or eating before becoming sick, and August Egg Company was identified as a common supplier of eggs.
On June 6, 2025, August Egg Company recalled eggs. CDC is advising people not eat, sell or serve recalled eggs.
FSN's original article contains a list of product codes and a link to packaging photos. Follow the link below for more information:
https://www.foodsafetynews.com
PUBLIC HEALTH ALERT - 6/5/25
Public health alert issued for ground beef sold at Whole Foods because of E. coli risk
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing a public health alert for ground beef products that may be contaminated with E. coli O157:H7. FSIS is issuing this public health alert to ensure that consumers are aware that these products should not be consumed. A recall was not requested because the products are no longer available for purchase. However, FSIS is concerned that some product may be in consumers’ refrigerators or freezers.
The product bears establishment number “EST. 4027” inside the USDA mark of inspection. This item was shipped to distributor locations in Connecticut, Georgia, Illinois and Maryland and was further distributed to Whole Foods Market retail locations nationwide. The problem was discovered when the establishment notified FSIS that they shipped into commerce ground beef product that tested positive for E. coli O157:H7. As of the posting of this alert, there have been no confirmed reports of illness because of the consumption of these products. Anyone concerned about an illness should contact a healthcare provider.
Consumers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume them.
A link to affected product labels and lot numbers is available in the original Food Safety News article:
https://www.foodsafetynews.com
RECALL ALERT - 5/31/25
Hormel recalls more than 250,000 pounds of canned stew after consumer complaints
Hormel Foods Corporation, a Tucker, Ga. establishment, is recalling 256,185 pounds of canned beef stew product that may be contaminated with foreign material, specifically wood, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.
The canned beef stew item was produced on Feb. 4, 2025. The following product is subject to recall:
20-oz. metal cans containing “Dinty Moore BEEF STEW” with “BEST BY FEB 2028” and lot code “T02045” printed on the can. The lot code may have an additional number at the end.
The product subject to recall has the establishment number “EST 199G” printed on the can. The stew was shipped to retail locations nationwide.
FSIS is concerned that some product may be in consumers’ pantries. Consumers who have purchased this product are urged not to consume it. This product should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase. Consumers with questions about the recall can contact Hormel Foods Corporation at 800-523-4635 or media@hormel.com.
Visit the FSN article for the full story:
https://www.foodsafetynews.com
IDPH Warns Public to Watch Out for Rabid Bats
Over two dozen cases of rabies have been verified in bats across 14 Illinois counties. For information about rabies and what to do if you think you've been exposed, plus tips for keeping you family and pets safe from exposure, you can read the article on our
News page
Or read the original news release on the IDPH website at:
- Recall of Chocolate Pudding Due to Container Damage
- Salmonella Illnesses in 7 States Prompt Nationwide Recall of Eggs
- E. Coli Risk Causes Public Health Alert for Organic Ground Beef Sold at Whole Foods
- Complaints of Wood Particles Force Recall of Hormel Beef Stew
- Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Bedner Cucumbers
Board of Health Monthly Meetings
The minutes from the monthly Board of Health meeting will be made available for download on this page
What Services Do We Offer?
English 
Spanish