An Infant Formula Has Been Recalled In Canada That May Cause Life-Threatening Infections

Health Canada and the Canadian Food Inspection Agency have recently issued a notification about an infant formula sold in the country.

On December 31, the government posted a food recall warning about the product advising that people should not "consume, use, sell, serve or distribute recalled products."

According to the recall, Nutramigen A+ LGG Hypoallergenic (Infant Formula) is being recalled due to possible microbial contamination in the form ofCronobacter sakazakii. Specific information such as UPC, sizes and codes of the product can be found here.

"Cronobacter bacteria can cause severe, life-threatening infections (sepsis) or meningitis (an inflammation of the membranes that protect the brain and spine)," warns Enfamil. "Symptoms of sepsis and meningitis may include poor feeding, irritability, temperature changes, jaundice (yellow skin and whites of the eyes), grunting breaths and abnormal movements. Cronobacter infection may also cause bowel damage and may spread through the blood to other parts of the body."

The company notes that the affected containers were primarily distributed in July and August of 2023 and that likely much, if not all, of the formula has been consumed. They also note that there have been no reports of illnesses or adverse events as of December 31, 2023.

Last month, several recalls were issued for food products sold in in Canada including mushrooms and certain KitKat bars.

To stay up to date on what Health Canada, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency and Transport Canada are warning Canadians about, more information on recalls, advisories and safety alerts can be found on the government website.

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