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Apr-14-2008Salmonella Tainted Cereal Affecting North Dakota(topic overview)
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The disease can be life threatening, especially for people with weakened immune system or poor health. The FDA said people who experience such symptoms after eating puffed wheat or puffed rice cereal from Malt-O-Meal should visit their doctors immediately and report the illness to local health authorities. The FDA announced that the recalled products were distributed under the Malt-O-Meal brand name including private labels such as America's Choice, Giant, Food Club, Acme, Hannaford, Shaw's, Pathmark, Jewel, Tops, Weis Quality and Laura Lynn with "best used by" dates April 8 to March 18. The agency warns consumers with cereals from the recalled products to throw them out and advices retailers to remove cereals from their shelves. Share and Enjoy: These icons link to social bookmarking sites where readers can share and discover new web pages. [1] The FDA announced that 23 people have been diagnosed with salmonellosis in 14 states and may have been caused by the same strain of salmonella found in the recalled Puffed Rice and Puffed Wheat Malt-O-Meal cereal. These recalled cereals were sold across the U.S. under the Malt-O-Meal brand and under private labels such as Acme, America's Choice, Food Club, Giant, Hannaford, Jewel, Laura Lynn, Pathmark, Shaw's, ShopRite, Tops and Weis Quality.[2] Malt-O-Meal also manufactures the same cereals for Hannaford and Shaw's supermarkets, that have also issued a recall, according to Maine Today news. Other brands of the popular unsweetened puffed rice and wheat cereals include Acme, America's Choice, Food Club, Giant, Jewel, Laura Lynn, Pathmark, ShopRite, Tops, and Weis Quality. Salmonella bacteria can cause abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea and those with compromised immune systems, such as the elderly, babies or those with HIV/AIDS are particularly vulnerable.[3] Neither Ms. Chong or Mr. Arato were aware of any customer complaints related to the cereal or of any illnesses reported by Shaw's or Hannaford customers. "Investigation into the source of the Salmonella has determined a root cause of this situation and corrective measures have been taken to ensure that there is no reoccurrence of this issue," Malt-O-Meal stated in the press release. They did not reveal the cause of the contamination or what measures had been taken. Other brand names that use Malt-O-Meal puffed wheat and rice include Acme, America's Choice, Food Club, Giant, Jewel, Laura Lynn, Pathmark, ShopRite, Tops and Weis Quality.[4]
The FDA said the recalled products were distributed nationally under the Malt-O-Meal brand name, as well as private labels including Acme, America's Choice, Food Club, Giant, Hannaford, Jewel, Laura Lynn, Pathmark, Shaw's, ShopRite, Tops and Weis Quality.[5]
Shaw's and Hannaford's supermarkets are among those that have pulled Malt-O-Meal unsweetened puffed wheat and rice products from their shelves this week because they may be contaminated with salmonella. Shaw's packages the Malt-O-Meal puffed rice and puffed wheat under their brand name. Shaw's spokesperson Judy Chong noted that the recall notice was sent to all of their New England stores soon after being notified by Malt-O-Meal." It was recalled over the weekend," said Ms. Chong.[4] Omaha, NE - The FDA says at least 23 people in 14 states have gotten sick after a salmonella contamination in the same type of cereal. Malt-O-Meal recalled the Unsweetened Puffed Rice and Puffed Wheat cereals earlier this month after it found salmonella during a routine test. If you have these types of cereal, don't eat them! Either throw it away or return it to where you bought it for a refund. For more information on this recall from the government, go to http://www.fda.gov/oc/po/firmrecalls/maltomeal04_08.html.[6] The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) today announced that at least 23 people in 14 states have been diagnosed with salmonellosis that was caused by the same strain of Salmonella that was found in the recently recalled unsweetened Puffed Rice and unsweetened Puffed Wheat Cereals produced by Malt-O-Meal.[7] The federal Food and Drug Administration said Saturday that at least 23 people in 14 states have been diagnosed with the same strain of salmonella that was found in the unsweetened Puffed Rice and unsweetened Puffed Wheat cereals that Minneapolis-based Malt-O-Meal recalled April 5. The state Health Department said one of those cases in Minnesota.[8] Dwight McPherson, 38, was arraigned Saturday. He told agents that in 2006, he was approached by someone offering money in exchange for identifying information of male patients born between 1950 and 1970. The complaint said he sold 1,000 records in December or January for $750, and another batch for $600 a short time later. At least 23 people in 14 states have been sickened by the same strain of salmonella found in two breakfast cereals recalled by Malt-O-Meal, the federal Food and Drug Administration said Saturday. Malt-O-Meal voluntarily recalled its unsweetened Puffed Rice and Puffed Wheat cereals April 5.[9]
According to Minnesota's health department, local officials are investigating if the salmonella case in the state may be linked to the cereals produced by the Minneapolis based company. "The Malt-O-Meal company has been extremely cooperative in this investigation and has done the right thing to protect the public's health," said Heidi Kassenborg, director of the dairy and food inspection division at the Department of Agriculture in Minnesota. Malt-O-Meal has voluntarily recalled its Puffed Wheat cereals and unsweetened Puffed Rice on April 5 after finding salmonella contamination through routine testing.[1] The two brands, Unsweetened Puffed Rice and Puffed Wheat cereals may be responsable for the sickening of at least 23 people in 14 states and FDA is currently investigating the case. "The Malt-O-Meal company has been extremely cooperative in this investigation and has done the right thing to protect the public's health," Heidi Kassenborg, director of the dairy and food inspection division at the Minnesota Department of Agriculture, said in a statement, quoted by the Associated Press.[10]
The FDA says at least 23 people in 14 states including North Dakota have been sickened by salmonella from recalled cereal. Minneapolis-based Malt-O-Meal voluntarily recalled its unsweetened Puffed Rice and Puffed Wheat cereals on April 5th after finding salmonella in them during routine testing.[11] 3 people have been hospitalized but there have been no deaths linked to the cereal. Two cereals being recalled by Malt-O-Meal have been blamed for people in 14 states being diagnosed with salmonella poisoning with more positive cases surely to be reported within this coming week. The company has voluntarily recalled their unsweetened Puffed Rice and Puffed Wheat cereals which are at the center of the salmonella bacteria outbreak.[12] The nearly two dozen cases have been spread across 14 states with Maine, New Jersey and New York reporting the most with three each. Malt-O-Meal voluntarily recalled their unsweetened Puffed Rice and Puffed Wheat cereals on April 5 after discovering a salmonella strain during while testing their cereal.[13]
"We've pulled all the (Malt-O-Meal) products. They were pulled this Monday," said Mr. Arato, who added that the product removal began Sunday. On April 5, Malt-O-Meal announced in a press release that it was voluntarily recalling its unsweetened puffed rice and puffed wheat cereals that had "Best If Used By" codes that were listed on boxes as between April 8, 2008, (coded as "APR0808") and March 18, 2009, (coded as "MAR1809") because they could have been contaminated with salmonella.[4] FORT MYERS, Fla. - On April 5, Malt-O-Meal announced that it was voluntarily recalling its unsweetened Puffed Rice and unsweetened Puffed Wheat Cereals produced with '''Best If Used By''' codes between April 8, 2008 (coded as '''APR0808''') and March 18, 2009 (coded as '''MAR1809''') because they may have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.[14]
Out of an abundance of caution to protect consumers, the company has chosen to voluntarily remove all unsweetened Puffed Rice and unsweetened Puffed Wheat products with '''Best If Used By''' codes between April 8, 2008 (coded as '''APR0808''') and March 18, 2009 (coded as '''MAR1809'''). Investigation into the source of the Salmonella has determined a root cause of this situation and corrective measures have been taken to ensure that there is no reoccurrence of this issue.[14]
The cereal bags have "best if used by" dates from April 8, 2008 (coded as APR0808) through March 18, 2009 (coded as MAR1809). Consumers who have any products from the recalled lots were advised to throw them out, and retailers were told to promptly remove the cereals from their shelves. "The Malt-O-Meal company has been extremely cooperative in this investigation and has done the right thing to protect the public's health," Heidi Kassenborg, director of the dairy and food inspection division at the Minnesota Department of Agriculture, said in a statement.[8]
Even though the withdrawal has been ' made, until the alarm was given and products taken off the shelves, the cereals had been ' available to the public for a long period of time and new cases of the disease may appear. Therefore the authorities are still on high alert addressing the public to throw away all cereals with the "best if used by" dates from April 8, 2008 (coded as APR0808), through March 18, 2009 (coded as MAR1809). Up until this moment, three people have been hospitalized but no close-death situations were reported.[10]
The recall affects the unsweetened 'Puffed Rice' and 'Puffed Wheat' cereals with the "best used by dates" between April 8, 2008 and March 18, 2009.[15] The cereals, unsweetened Puffed Rice and unsweetened Puffed Wheat, also appear in stores under private labels and have "best if used by" dates from April 8, 2008, through March 18, 2009.[16]
The FDA is reportedly looking into whether other brands of cereals manufactured by Malt-O-Meal for the other labels might be contaminated as well. Malt-O-Meal had issued a voluntary recall for its unsweetened Puffed Rice and Puffed Wheat cereals on April 5 after it found the salmonella bacteria during routine testing.[3] April 10, 2008 -- On April 5, 2008 the Malt-O-Meal Company of Minnesota announced a recall of unsweetened puffed rice and unsweetened puffed wheat cereal. In addition to Malt-O-Meal'''s own brand, these cereals are sold under multiple labels, including the store brands for Hannaford and Shaw'''s Supermarkets.[17]
Minnesota health officials are investigating whether one case of salmonella poisoning identified in the state is linked to Malt-O-Meal's recall last week of unsweetened Puffed Rice and unsweetened Puffed Wheat cereals produced at its Northfield plant. Another 21 cases of salmonella in at least 13 other states may also be linked, said officials from the Minnesota Department of Health.[18] Department announces recall of cereal Published: Friday, April 11, 2008 The Vermont Department of Health is alerting consumers to a voluntary product recall of unsweetened Puffed Rice and unsweetened Puffed Wheat cereals produced by the Malt-O-Meal Col., due to possible contamination with salmonella.[19]
Tennessee residents were urged to check their cabinets and even their bowls after a popular bargain cereal announced a recall due to possible salmonella contamination. Minnesota-based Malt-O-Meal voluntarily recalled some packages of its unsweetened Puffed Rice cereals and unsweetened Puffed Wheat cereals after finding salmonella contamination during routine testing.[20]
PORTLAND (AP) -- Public health officials warn consumers not to eat some Malt-O-Meal cereals after they were linked to salmonella. The company is voluntarily recalling some packages of its unsweetened puffed rice and unsweetened puffed wheat cereals because they may be contaminated.[21] By The Associated Press Thursday, April 10, 2008 - Bangor Daily News AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) ''' Malt-O-Meal is voluntarily recalling some packages of its unsweetened Puffed Rice and unsweetened Puffed Wheat Cereals because they may be contaminated with salmonella.[22]
The recalled products are unsweetened puffed rice and the unsweetened puffed wheat cereals. At least 23 people in 14 states have been diagnosed with salmonella as a result of eating the cereal.[23] The Food and Drug Administration says 23 people in 14 states have contracted Salmonella from eating certain cereals. Malt-O-Meal is recalling its unsweetened Puff Rice and unsweetened Puff Wheat cereals, with expiration labels dating from April, 8th 2008 until March, 18th 2009.[24] If you're new here, you may want to subscribe to our RSS feed. The Federal Food and Drug Administration said Saturday, At least 23 people from 14 states have been ill by the same strain of salmonella found in two breakfast cereals, which was recalled by Malt-O-Meal.[1] Washington, D.C. (AHN) - The federal Food and Drug Administration said Saturday that the same strain of salmonella found in two cereals that Malt-O-Meal voluntarily recalled has made 23 people in 14 states sick.[3] MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — At least 23 people in 14 states have been sickened by the same strain of salmonella found in two breakfast cereals recalled by Malt-O-Meal, the federal Food and Drug Administration said Saturday.[5]
Salmonella Outbreak May Be Linked to Recalled Cereal The FDA announced that 23 people have been diagnosed with salmonellosis in 14 states and may have been caused by the same strain of salmonella found in the recalled Puffed Rice and Puffed Wheat Malt.[2] Symptoms of salmonella infection include nausea, vomiting, fever, diarrhea and abdominal cramps. It can be life-threatening for people with poor health or weakened immune systems, including young children and the elderly. The FDA said people who experience such symptoms after eating a puffed wheat or puffed rice cereal made by Malt-O-Meal should contact their doctors and report the illness to state or local health authorities.[5] In persons with poor health or weakened immune systems, Salmonella can invade the bloodstream and cause life-threatening infections. Individuals who believe they may have experienced an illness consistent with the symptoms described above after consuming a puffed wheat or puffed rice cereal made by Malt-O-Meal should contact their health care practitioner immediately and report the illness to their state or local health authorities.[7]
The company launched the recall after routine safety testing detected salmonella in a product produced on March 24. State health officials said anyone who has experienced symptoms of salmonella after eating the Malt-O-Meal cereals should consult their health care provider.[18] On April 5, 2008, Malt-O-Meal voluntarily recalled the cereals because the company's routine testing found Salmonella in a product produced on March 24, 2008.[7] As of Saturday, at least 21 people in 14 states have been diagnosed with the same strain of salmonella identified in two cereals produced by the Minnesota-based Malt-O-Meal company, according to the CDC. Malt-O-Meal voluntarily recalled the cereals on April 5 after a routine testing uncovered salmonella bacteria.[16]
In issuing a consumer warning, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said the strain of salmonellosis in the victims was the same found in the recalled containers of unsweetened Puffed Rice and unsweetened Puffed Wheat cereals produced by Malt-O-Meal, of Minneapolis, Minn. [25] The unsweetened Puffed Rice and unsweetened Puffed Wheat Cereals were found contaminated during routine testing and were recalled on April 5th.[26]
Malt-O-Meal, a company that manufactures cereal, issued a voluntary recall on their unsweetened Puffed Rice and unsweetened Puffed Wheat cereals.[27] All three reported consumption of unsweetened puffed rice or wheat cereals, but at present it is unknown if the products consumed were part of the current recall.[17] Individuals with unsweetened puffed wheat or rice cereal affected by the recall should discard the product or return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Individuals who have eaten the product and are currently ill with diarrhea should consult with their health care provider.[17]
The cereals included in the voluntary recall are unsweetened Puffed Rice as well as unsweetened Puffed Wheat cereals.[28]
The cereals, unsweetened puffed rice and unsweetened puffed wheat, were voluntarily recalled by Malt-O-Meal.[29] A Minnesota-based company said bags of unsweetened puffed rice and puffed wheat sold under the Malt-O-Meal and private brand names are affected.[30]
The cereal was distributed nationally under the Malt-O-Meal brand and under some private label brands including the store brands for Hannaford and Shaw'''s Supermarkets. The Minnesota-based company says the packages include those with "Best If Used By" dates between April 8, 2008 and March 18, 2009.[22] In a press release issued Apr. 11, the company said the aforementioned cereals with "Best if used by" codes between April 8, 2008 (coded as "APR0808") and March 18, 2009 (coded as "MAR1809"), may have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.[27]
Beware of products with used by dates of April 8, 2008 through March 18, 2009. Consumers are encouraged to throw cereals with those dates out immediately.[23] The recalled products have "best if used by" dates of April 8, 2008, to March 18, 2009.[18] The products recalled include '''Best if used by''' codes between April 8, 2008 (APR0808) and March 18, 2009 (MAR1809).[17] The products were shipped with a '''Best if used by''' date between April 8, 2008 and March 18, 2009.[12]
The cereal bags have "best if used by" dates from April 8, 2008, through March 18, 2009.[9]
Any cereal dated between April 8, 2008, and March 19, 2009, are likely covered by the recall.[20]
Malt-O-Meal initiated the recall on April 5, when routine product sampling found Salmonella bacteria in the cereal.[31] A comprehensive listing of impacted products can be found at www.malt-o-meal.com/recallinfo. All other Malt-O-Meal products remain unaffected by this action and are safe for continued sale and consumption. The products affected by this recall represent less than one-half of one percent of the company'''s annual production of ready-to-eat cereal.[14] The company says it came across a product that tested positive for the Salmonella bacteria. They're doing this simply as a precaution. Austin says Malt-O-Meal has asked all stores to take these cereals off the shelves.[24]
Consumers are warned to throw out any of the cereal that is part of the recalled lots. You can get a complete list of the recalled products at this Malt-O-Meal site. While there have been no reports of deaths in these latest cases, the Salmonella bacterium causes nausea, vomiting, fever, diarrhea and other gastrointestinal problems.[25] All of the recalled products are sold in plastic bags. "If you have any of these puffed cereal products, we recommend that you throw them out," said Dr. William E. Keene, an epidemiologist at the Oregon Public Health Division. "Anyone who has eaten these cereals but did not become ill need not take any special action. Those who currently have severe diarrhea or diarrhea with fever should contact their doctor for advice."[31] Two of the three New Jersey residents, all adults, have been interviewed by the state health officials and were found to have eaten the recalled product, said Donna Leusner, spokeswoman for the Department of Health and Senior Services.[16]
At least 21 people in 13 states have been infected with the latest outbreak of Salmonella poisoning, possibly from a number of processed cereal products that were recalled by the manufacturer April 5.[25] Symptoms of salmonella infection include nausea, vomiting, fever, diarrhea and abdominal cramps. It can be life-threatening for people with poor health or weakened immune systems, including young children and the elderly. Consumers with products from the recalled lots are advised to throw them away.[11] The symptoms for salmonella infection include nausea, vomiting, fever, diarrhea and abdominal cramps. It is also known to become life-threatening usually for people in bad health or weakened immune systems, such as young children and the senior citizens.[10]
Salmonella symptoms include nausea, vomiting, fever, diarrhea, as well as cramps. Those who have the cereal in their homes are being told to throw the cereal away. Share and Enjoy: These icons link to social bookmarking sites where readers can share and discover new web pages.[28]
ST. PAUL - Minnesota officials are investigating whether a case of salmonella in the state may be linked to breakfast cereals recalled by Malt-O-Meal.[8] Boston (dbTechno) - On April 5, Malt-O-Meal, a company based in Minneapolis, voluntarily recalled two types of its cereals due to salmonella contamination.[28] A recent discovery of salmonella contamination made Malt-O-Meal, a food-making company based in Minneapolis, voluntarily recall two types of its cereals.[10] St. Paul, Minn. Health officials have identified the source of the salmonella contamination that led to the recall of Minneapolis-based Malt-O-Meal cereals earlier this month.[26]
Since the announcement, Malt-O-Meal has been working with appropriate state and federal agencies, including the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, the Minnesota Department of Agriculture and the Minnesota Department of Health to carry out the recall and to investigate the situation.[14] The affected bags were produced in the past 12 months in Northfield. "The Malt-O-Meal company has been extremely cooperative in this investigation and has done the right thing to protect the public's health," Heidi Kassenborg, director of the dairy and food inspection division at the Minnesota Department of Agriculture, said in a statement.[5]
The recall was initiated after the company'''s internal routine food safety testing detected the presence of Salmonella in a product produced on March 24, 2008. The company immediately commenced an investigation to determine the root cause of this one positive finding as well as the extent of any possible exposure. Initial results from this follow-up investigation indicate that additional product may have been exposed to this contaminant.[14] Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1-877-665-9331. Information regarding this recall, including images of the Malt-O-Meal product packaging, also will be posted to the company'''s website at www.malt-o-meal.com/recallinfo.[14] No illnesses have been reported. Consumers who have purchased any products covered by this recall are urged by Malt-O-Meal to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.[19]
The release from the company said no illnesses related to the cereal had been reported, and that all other Malt-O-Meal products were unaffected and safe to eat.[4] The company currently produces 30 different branded ready-to-eat cereals, three varieties of Malt-O-Meal Hot Wheat cereal, and a full line of oatmeal products. Thank's as usual for the heads up on this product (Malt-O-Meal.[14]
Shoppers with recalled cereal can return it to the store of purchase for a full refund. A Malt-O-Meal spokesman said the company first discovered salmonella during routine testing of its cereal. It is now investigating several claims of sickness.[20] Malt-O-Meal voluntarily recalled certain packages of the two cereals after finding salmonella contamination during routine testing.[8]
The Food and Drug Administration is recalling some cereals made by the Malt-O-Meal company that may contain strains of salmonella.[23] Two types of breakfast cereals infested with the same strain of salmonella sickened at least 21 people in 13 states, the Federal Food and Drug Administration said on Saturday.[29] The Food and Drug Administration says 23 people in 14 states have contracted Salmonella from eating certain cereals.[24]
There have been around 23 people who have reported falling ill to the same strain of salmonella found in the cereals.[28] Maine has identified three cases of infection with a strain of Salmonella similar to that found in the contaminated cereal, based on preliminary information.[17] The state Health Department said a Minnesota case of salmonella involves the same strain of salmonella found in more than two dozen other cases in 13 states.[26]
As more details emerge, matching cases are being identified in a number of states, mostly in the East. The same factory produced Salmonella-contaminated toasted oat cereal that led to a large national outbreak in 1998. Both outbreaks were caused by the same "serotype" of Salmonella -- Salmonella Agona -- with the same molecular marker.[31] Two cereals produced by Minneapolis-based Malt-O-Meal have been linked to at least 23 reported cases of salmonella poisoning.[13]
Malt-O-Meal announced on April 5 that it was recalling the Puffed Rice cereals that had been produced in the last 12 months at the Northfield plant.[18] Ben Arato, spokesperson for Hannaford Supermarkets, said the puffed wheat and rice sold under the Hannaford store brand and manufactured by Malt-O-Meal had been removed from the store early this week.[4] The cereals are marketed under the Malt-O-Meal brand and under private label brands, including Hannaford and Shaw's.[19] The cereal was sold nationally under the Malt-O-Meal brand and many private label brands.[21]
Malt-O-Meal, the Nation'''s fourth largest ready-to-eat cereal manufacturer, supplies a full line of branded cereals and private label cereals to the grocery industry.[14]
Jon Austin, spokesman for Malt-O-Meal, said the company immediately recalled the cereal over concern for public health.[26] New Jersey health officials are working with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to investigate three cases of salmonella-related illnesses as part of a nationwide outbreak linked to a breakfast cereal recall.[16] While no illnesses had been reported at the time of the recall, a number of reports of illness are currently being investigated by public health authorities. Malt-O-Meal will continue work closely with these agencies and lend any possible assistance.[14] Consumers with questions may contact the company at 877-665-9331. Information regarding this recall, including images of the Malt-O-Meal prduct packaging, is available at the company's Web site: www.malt-o-meal.com/recallinfo.[19] Consumers and retailers are encouraged to contact Malt-O-Meal (877-665-9331) for more information about the recall.[31]
For more information on the recall and the many names the cereal takes, visit the Malt-O-Meal recall Web site.[20]
'Our first and highest priority remains the safety of the consumers who use our products,' said Malt-O-Meal President and CEO Chris Neugent. 'We very much appreciate that our distributors and retail partners have been quick to implement this recall and that the media has helped us get the word out.[10] In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in more severe illnesses, some potentially life threatening. Consumers who have purchased any products covered by this recall are urged to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.[14]
Malt-O-Meal urged consumers who have purchased the recalled products, to return the items to the place of purchase for a full refund.[27] A full list of the recalled products can be found at posted to the company's website at www.malt-o-meal.com/recallinfo.[27]
All 12 products were distributed in white plastic bottles of 100 capsules and sold nationwide in herbal stores, by acupuncturists and on the Internet. Consumers who bought these products should immediately stop using them and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. People who have taken these products and have had adverse reactions should consult a doctor, the FDA said. [25] The CDC said three hospitalizations but no deaths had been reported. FDA spokesman Michael Herndon said he didn't know the 14th state or if the two additional cases were from there or elsewhere.[32] Of the 23 cases reported three people have been hospitalized due to sickness but there have been no reported deaths linked to the cereal contamination.[13] No new cases of salmonella infections have been reported in New Jersey in the last two weeks, Leusner said. It was not known tonight where the New Jersey residents are from or the severity of their illnesses.[16]
The reported illnesses were spread all over the country, and the states mentioned by the AP included California, Colorado, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York and Massachusetts.[10] "Our State Scorecard on Health System Performance found that we could save thousands of lives and billions of dollars if all states could achieve the level of the top performers on key indicators of health outcomes, quality, access, efficiency, and equity," Karen Davis, Commonwealth Fund president, said in a prepared statement. "The State Quality Institute will allow states to learn best practices to improve health care quality, and is an important step toward achieving a high performing health care system in the U.S.," she said.[25]
The cereal has been identified as the source of an outbreak of salmonellosis, with cases reported in a number of states. These cereals are sold at grocery stores and other outlets throughout the country.[31] April 13 2008 - It is being reported that a type of cereal maybe to blame for an outbreak of salmonella bacteria that has sickened more than 20 people.[12] Malt-o-meal is recalling two of its breakfast cereals after reports of Salmonella poisoning.[15] I understand that Salmonella is caused by infected hens, they pass it into their eggs. we then eat these eggs. how does it get into wheat, grain, (cereal)? someone explain this to me.[1] NORTHEASTERN U.S. -- Cereal sold at New England supermarkets may be contaminated with salmonella.[30]
The cereals have been put under the Malt-O-Meal brand name, as well as other brand names.[28] The recall does not include the hot porridge that most consumers might associate with the Malt-O-Meal brand.[31] '''Our first and highest priority remains the safety of the consumers who use our products,''' said Malt-O-Meal President and CEO Chris Neugent. '''We very much appreciate that our distributors and retail partners have been quick to implement this recall and that the media has helped us get the word out. We apologize for this situation and promise to do everything to complete the recall as quickly as possible.'''[14]
The FDA is working with Malt-O-Meal to determine the cause of the contamination and with the states and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to identify and prevent additional illnesses. [7] The FDA is investigating if the contamination is linked to over 23 reported illnesses due to the same strain of salmonella.[28] The CDC said that as of Friday it had received reports of 21 people ill with the same salmonella strain in 13 states.[5]
Symptoms usually begin 12-72 hours after infection, and typically last 4-7 days. If consumers have consumed the recalled cereal and experience these symptoms, see your doctor immediately. [2]
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