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FDA ALERTS PUBLIC REGARDING RECALL OF POWDERED INFANT FORMULA

The Food and Drug Administration today is alerting the public to the voluntary recall of powdered infant formula announced by Wyeth Nutritionals Inc., Georgia, Vermont. Certain lots of powdered infant formula manufactured between July 12 and September 25, 2002, may be contaminated with Enterobacter sakazakii. E. sakazakii is a foodborne pathogen that can in rare cases cause sepsis (bacteria in the blood), meningitis (inflammation of the lining of the brain), or necrotizing enterocolitis (severe intestinal infection) in newborn infants, particularly premature infants or other infants with weakened immune systems. No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this contamination.

The powdered infant formula was distributed nationwide in retail stores and amounts to approximately 1.5 million cans. The affected products can be identified by an expiration/use by date, embossed on the bottom of the can of: 07 28 05, 08 28 05 and 09 28 05. The products also can be identified by a six-digit character embossed on the bottom of the cans. The first four characters include: K12N through K19N; L07N through L30N; and N03N through N25N. The products include:

* Baby Basics by Albertson’s Infant Formula with Iron 2 LB (908g)
* Baby Basics by Albertson’s Infant Formula with Iron 1 LB (454g)
* Baby Basics by Albertson’s Soy Infant Formula with Iron 2 LB (908g)
* Baby Basics by Albertson’s Soy Infant Formula with Iron 1 LB (454g)
* Baby Basics by Albertson’s Formula for older infants with iron 1 LB. 15.7 oz (900g)

* Kozy Kids Infant Formula with Iron 16 oz (454g)
* Kozy Kids Soy Infant Formula with Iron 16 oz (454g)

* Hill Country Fare Infant Formula with Iron 32 oz (2 LB) 908g
* Hill Country Fare Infant Formula with Iron 16 oz (1 LB) 454g
* Hill Country Fare Soy Infant Formula with Iron 32 oz (2 LB) 908g
* Hill Country Fare Soy Infant Formula with Iron 16 oz (1 LB) 454g

* HEB Baby Infant Formula with Iron 32 oz (2 LB) 908g

* American Fare Little Ones Infant Formula with Iron 2 LB (908g)
* American Fare Little Ones Soy Infant Formula with Iron 2 LB (908g)
* American Fare Little Ones Formula for Older Infants with Iron & Calcium 1 LB 15.7 (900g)

* HomeBest Soy Infant Formula with Iron 2 LB. (908 g)

* Safeway Select Infant Formula with Iron 2 LB (908g)
* Safeway Select Infant Formula 2 1 LB 15.7 oz (900g)

* Healthy Baby Infant Formula with Iron 2 LB (908g)
* Healthy Baby Infant Formula with Iron 1 LB (454g)
* Healthy Baby Soy Infant Formula with Iron 2 LB (908g)
* Healthy Baby Formula for Older Infants with Iron 1 LB 15.7 oz. (900g)

* Walgreens Infant Formula with Iron 16 oz (454g)

* Parent’s Choice Infant Formula with Iron 2 LB (908g)
* Parent’s Choice Infant Formula with Iron 16 oz (454g)
* Parent’s Choice Soy Infant Formula with Iron 2 LB (908g)
* Parent’s Choice Soy Infant Formula with Iron 35oz (1 kg)
* Parent’s Choice 2 Infant Formula with Iron 1 LB 15.7 oz (900g)

The contamination was first detected during a special E. sakazakii sampling FDA conducted at the Vermont facility. This special sampling and analysis is being conducted at all major, domestic manufacturers of powdered infant formula.

Apa sebenarnya : Enterobacter Sakazakii bacteria itu?

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Background Information on Enterobacter Sakazakii (E. sakazakii)

ISDI takes very seriously the reports identifying powdered infant formula as a source and vehicle for E. sakazakii(1) infections. Reported cases of E. sakazakii infection in which powdered infant formula was identified as a source are uncommon and have occurred mainly in hospitalised, pre-term and very low-birth weight infants; nevertheless they were serious episodes.

about sakazaki..!!!

• E. sakazakii is a vegetative microorganism belonging to the family of the Enterobacteriaceae. It is an opportunistic pathogen widely found in the environment.
• During many years the only published data on the isolation of E. sakazakii were cases of neonatal meningitis or necrotizing enterocolitis related to powdered infant formulae. This led to the establishment of a causal link. In some later cases the organism was isolated on utensils such as mixers used in bottle kitchens. Even though in some cases E. sakazakii could not be isolated from the infant formulae, a causal relationship was assumed.
• It is, however, only very recently that information on the widespread occurrence of E. sakazakii has become available. Recent publications have demonstrated that this microorganism can be found in a wide variety of foods, water and environments including homes and hospitals.
• The E. sakazakii has also been isolated in hospitals from clinical samples taken from adults. A recent article reported the presence of E. sakazakii in mother’s milk stored in a milk bank.
• As a widespread bacteria, E. sakazakii can also be found in infant food manufacturing environments and this is usually the source of its possible presence in the infant formula powder. In general, the very low level of E. sakazakii in powdered infant formula, or contamination through preparation equipment does not result in adverse effects unless the growth of E. sakazakii bacteria is allowed through improper handling and storage.
• Contrary to common belief, E. sakazakii is a frequently found, ubiquitous microorganism. Further research in this field is continuing and is expected to provide additional information on the widespread distribution of this organism and contribute to the better understanding on exposure.

How does E. sakazakii behave? Is it heat-resistant?

• E. sakazakii grows very rapidly in reconstituted infant formulae kept at room temperature. It is particularly well adapted to growth at temperatures around 37 – 44°C.
• Certain strains show an increased tolerance and resistance to temperatures around 50 – 60°C. In different publications, this characteristic has been referred to as “thermo-tolerance”, and has lead to the misunderstanding that this microorganism is heat-resistant.
• As shown in different publications, E. sakazakii is not heat-resistant and is readily killed at temperatures above 60°C, as applied in industrial processes, e.g. pasteurisation. This fact is acknowledged by governmental agencies such as the US-FDA and is not a point of debate among experts.

• Health professionals should receive training and effective risk management guidelines on optimum hygiene practices for handling, storage and preparation of formula. Following the comprehensive instructions on manufacturers’ labels best prevents the presence and growth of pathogenic bacteria in formula.
• Hospitals must also ensure good hygiene in their preparation areas, including an anti-bacterial treatment before preparing the formula, and a concerted effort to minimize the time between preparation and consumption.
• ISDI strongly supports the use of freshly reconstituted infant formula as a means to eliminate these problems.
• ISDI questions the WHO-FAO report’s recommendation to use boiling water in the preparation of infant formula and strongly discourages this practice. Water at 100°C can scald an infant and lead to nutritional damage.
• Breastfeeding should be recommended as the ideal to mothers in all instances. Those who cannot, or choose not to, breastfeed should receive accurate information and education about good hygiene practices concerning the preparation and use of formula. Mothers should be taught to correctly prepare and use formula before leaving hospital, when necessary.