The CDC describes 2 genetically unrelated outbreaks of Listeria monocytogenes infections (outbreak A and outbreak B) linked to packaged salads from 2 different firms that were investigated simultaneously in 2021. Combined, the outbreaks caused 30 illnesses, 27 hospitalizations, and 4 deaths over 8 years. Those investigations led to recalls of product from 2 different firms and highlight […]
Seriously, babies getting botulism and you cannot seem to get the poison off your shelves? If any of you sold this product AFTER the recall date, and a kid became ill, you are subject to punitive damages. Here are some excerpts from FDA Warning Letters of a few days ago. Links below are the full […]
We on the Western side of the Cascade Mountains have received a bit more rain and melting snow than usual. Major rivers of jumped their banks and some of the most productive agricultural areas are under water. My hope for a dryer week is quickly evaporating and more flooding is one the way I fear. […]
What’s New The following investigations are now closed:
The FDA has closed an Outbreak Investigation of Cyclospora cayetanensis (ref #1325) linked to parsley. According to the FDA, based on CDC’s epidemiological investigation, ill people reported eating food items or dishes that contained parsley before becoming sick. CDC, FDA, and state and local partners conducted epidemiologic and traceback investigations and collected and analyzed product and environmental […]
He’s worked on foodborne illnesses cases for decades. But even experts struggle to handle the risks. December 14, 2025 By Todd C. Frankel – What a top food safety expert won’t order for dinner Bill Marler studied the dinner menu with professional care as he sat down to eat recently at Ramsay’s Kitchen, an upscale restaurant […]
Contaminated supplies? Contaminated plaint? Lots of questions. According to recent reports, the FDA cannot rule out the possibility that contamination might have affected all ByHeart formula products. In response, CDC broadened the case definition to include any infant with botulism who was exposed to ByHeart formula at any time since the product’s release in March […]
The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is warning consumers and businesses not to eat, serve or sell recalled in-shell eggs distributed by Vega Farms, Inc. Consumers should throw recalled eggs away or return to place of purchase for a refund, and businesses should not sell or serve recalled eggs. CDPH is working with local […]
As I wrote last Spring, I have tried to steer clear of politics with respect to the Felon in Chief, but this is nuts, or at least peanuts. According to yet another edict from the White House, it is now the policy of the United States that: (a) Criminal enforcement of criminal regulatory offenses is disfavored. (b) […]
Here are some of the details” H.M.’s Botulism Illness Here is the full complaint: https://www.marlerblog.com/files/2025/12/Mazziotti-Complaint.pdf
Death Never Scared Me. Not Living Fully—That Was the Terrifying Part. I write this in the past tense because tonight, at 8 p.m., I’ll be signing off. By that, I mean I will be moving forward with MAID—Medical Assistance in Dying. Two years ago, when I was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, I knew I had […]
Class I recall: a situation in which there is a reasonable probability that the use of or exposure to a violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death. # Product Description Recall Number Classification Code Information Product Quantity Reason for Recall 1 1. ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula cans 24 OZ 680 grams; Cans […]
December 11, 2025 – About Insider When most people think about food safety, they picture government agencies, health inspectors, or warning labels on packaging. But behind some of the biggest changes in America’s food system is one man whose pursuit of justice turned tragedy into nationwide reform: Bill Marler, widely regarded as the most influential […]
States with illnesses: Arizona 5, California 12, Idaho 2, Illinois 2, Kentucky 1, Massachusetts 2, Maine 1, Michigan 1, Minnesota 3, North Carolina 2, New Jersey 1, Ohio 1, Oregon 4, Pennsylvania 1, Rhode Island 1, Texas 8, Virginia 1, Washington 2 and Wisconsin 1. Illnesses occurred from December 2023 through December 2025. ByHeart infant […]
Hey, could I suggest a new administrator? DURBIN, DELAURO INTRODUCE THE FEDERAL FOOD ADMINISTRATION ACT WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL) and U.S. Representative Rosa DeLauro (D-CT-03) reintroduced the Federal Food Administration Act, legislation that would streamline our food safety system by consolidating the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) food oversight responsibilities […]
States with illnesses: Arizona 5, California 12, Idaho 2, Illinois 2, Kentucky 1, Massachusetts 2, Maine 1, Michigan 1, Minnesota 3, North Carolina 2, New Jersey 1, Ohio 1, Oregon 4, Pennsylvania 1, Rhode Island 1, Texas 8, Virginia 1, Washington 2 and Wisconsin 1. The FDA and CDC, in collaboration with the California Department […]