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🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
World

Baby tests positive for toxin linked to infant formula recalls in France

A French baby tested positive for cereulide toxin after consuming contaminated infant formula, prompting recalls from several major brands.

Feb 27 • 14:49 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Infant formula: cereulide toxin identified for the first time in a baby hospitalized in France

The cereulide toxin has been confirmed in a baby hospitalized in France, marking the first such case linked to the ongoing recall of infant formulas impacting major manufacturers.

Feb 27 • 07:57 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: NAFDAC Announces Recall of Aptamil, Cow & Gate Infant Formula Batches

NAFDAC has announced a precautionary recall of certain batches of Aptamil and Cow & Gate infant formulas over contamination concerns.

Feb 26 • 10:48 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
World

EU steps up border checks on baby milk ingredient from China

The EU has tightened border controls on a baby milk ingredient from China following a contamination scare linked to infant formula.

Feb 25 • 09:26 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

NAFDAC warns of fake expiry dates on baby formula in Kaduna

NAFDAC has issued a warning regarding tampered SMA Gold First Infant Milk Formula detected in Kaduna, raising concerns over consumer safety.

Feb 22 • 18:42 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

European Union says risk of exposure to cereulide is low after infant formula recalls

The European Union has declared the risk of infant exposure to cereulide toxin as low following widespread recalls of baby formulas across several countries.

Feb 19 • 20:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

13 babies were hospitalized in Spain due to contaminated formula milk and Europe says the risk is now "low" but "more cases could occur"

Thirteen babies in Spain have been hospitalized due to gastrointestinal symptoms linked to contaminated infant formula, prompting recalls from affected brands and a risk assessment indicating a low threat level across Europe.

Feb 19 • 15:43 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Contaminated infant formula: the Paris prosecutor's office announces the opening of five investigations, including for endangerment

The Paris prosecutor's office has launched five investigations into contaminated infant formula linked to major manufacturers.

Feb 13 • 17:59 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Nestlé works ‘day and night’ to prevent shortages: Withdraws contaminated infant formulas in 60 countries

Nestlé is ramping up infant formula production to prevent shortages following a contamination crisis that led to major withdrawals across numerous countries.

Feb 13 • 14:07 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Nestle: Full throttle after recalls

Nestlé is ramping up production of infant milk formula to prevent shortages following multiple contamination incidents that led to the recall of hundreds of batches of related products.

Feb 13 • 13:08 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Third Baby Dies in France After Consuming Milk Suspected of Contamination

French health authorities have reported a third infant death linked to contaminated infant formula, although no direct connection between the deaths and the product has been scientifically established yet.

Feb 13 • 12:35 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Anvisa suspends batches of Nestlé infant formula; brand says it was a technical error

Anvisa suspends several batches of Nestlé's Alfamino infant formula due to excess levels of selenium and iodine, which the company attributes to a technical error in reporting.

Feb 12 • 18:48 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Suspicion of problems after defective infant formula appeared in four children

Four children in Czechia have shown signs of potential health issues linked to a defective infant formula.

Feb 12 • 17:52 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Anvisa suspends sale of Alfamino infant formula from Nestlé due to excess selenium and iodine

Anvisa has suspended the sale of Nestlé’s Alfamino infant formula after detecting excessive levels of selenium and iodine exceeding health regulations.

Feb 12 • 09:50 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Two Suspicions of Infant Formula Poisoning in Czechia. Did the Authorities Warn Too Late?

Authorities in Czechia are investigating two suspicious cases of infant formula poisoning, raising concerns about the timeliness of their warnings.

Feb 12 • 04:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Global scope infant food scandal threatens to take producers to court

A group of French families is suing the state and infant formula manufacturers for negligence over toxic contamination issues affecting over 60 countries, including Estonia.

Feb 11 • 22:01 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

France investigates third baby death from contaminated infant formula

French authorities are investigating the death of a third baby related to contaminated infant formula amid ongoing inquiries into other fatalities.

Feb 11 • 19:38 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Infant formula: A baby dies near Toulouse, analyses underway to determine the cause of death

An 8-month-old baby died near Toulouse, and investigations are ongoing to determine the cause of her death, which may be linked to infant formula consumption.

Feb 11 • 19:34 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Investigation in France of the death of a third baby who consumed formula milk withdrawn from the market

French investigators are looking into the death of a third baby linked to formula milk that has been withdrawn from the market due to possible contamination.

Feb 11 • 17:56 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Third baby dies in France after consuming milk suspected of contamination

French health authorities have reported a third infant death linked to contaminated baby formula, while investigations continue into its connection and brands affected in Spain.

Feb 11 • 15:45 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Infant formulas: Authorities report a third infant death related to a recalled product

French health authorities have reported a third infant death linked to a recall of infant formula, although no proven causal link has been established.

Feb 11 • 14:37 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Toxin found in infant formulas comes from common bacteria and poses risks to children

A heat-resistant toxin called cereulide, produced by the Bacillus cereus bacterium, has led to recalls of powdered infant formulas by Nestlé and Danone due to health concerns for children.

Feb 11 • 10:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

EOF: Recall of batches of infant formula products

The National Organization for Medicines (EOF) announced the recall of batches of infant formula following updated risk management guidelines regarding the toxin cereulide from the EU's EFSA.

Feb 10 • 13:34 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

What is the cereulide toxin for which several babies have been hospitalized in Spain and what are its symptoms

Several Spanish infants have been hospitalized due to gastrointestinal issues linked to potentially contaminated baby formula containing the cereulide toxin.

Feb 10 • 01:17 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
World

Danone expands infant formula recall to other European countries

Danone has expanded its infant formula recall to include several European countries due to potential contamination with toxins.

Feb 9 • 14:01 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Parents urged to check baby formula as FSA issues 'do not use' warning

The Food Standards Authority has issued a 'do not use' warning for certain batches of Danone Infant Formula due to potential contamination with the toxin cereulide, which can cause nausea and vomiting.

Feb 6 • 15:49 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

VMVT orders to withdraw these milk mixtures - being removed from the market for safety reasons

Nutricia has informed VMVT about the decision to withdraw certain batches of milk mixtures from the market as a precautionary measure due to new safety regulations regarding toxin levels in infant formulas.

Feb 6 • 13:31 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Danone recalls more infant formulas in Europe

Danone is recalling batches of infant formulas in Austria, Germany, and France due to contamination with the toxin cereulide, expanding a sector-wide recall initiated by various manufacturers.

Feb 6 • 12:39 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Danone recalls more baby formula products over cereulide toxin – see full list

Danone has recalled several batches of Aptamil and Cow & Gate infant formula due to potential contamination with cereulide toxin, leading the Food Standards Agency to advise parents to check their products.

Feb 6 • 12:26 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Infant formulas: 23 references recalled in one week

Twenty-three infant formula products were recalled in one week due to health concerns related to contamination and undeclared allergens.

Feb 6 • 09:46 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Nestle: EOF recalls batches of infant formula - What it asks from parents

The National Organization for Medicines (EOF) recalls batches of infant formula after Nestlé informed them about changes to the analysis methodology of cereulide and the establishment of a new detection limit by EFSA.

Feb 6 • 06:57 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
World

Danone recalls infant formula in Austria and Germany

French food giant Danone has recalled over 120 batches of infant formula from the brands Aptamil and Milumil in Austria and Germany due to updated recommendations regarding cereulide contamination.

Feb 5 • 22:44 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Danone recalls 120 batches of infant formula in Austria and Germany

The major French food company Danone has recalled over 120 batches of Aptamil and Milumil infant formula due to potential contamination, as confirmed by the Austrian food safety agency Ages.

Feb 5 • 17:17 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

João Pessoa creates outpatient clinic to provide care for children with cow's milk protein allergy and organize the distribution of formulas

The Municipal Health Department of João Pessoa has established an outpatient clinic to manage cases of Cow's Milk Protein Allergy and ensure the regular supply of special infant formulas.

Feb 5 • 13:01 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Nestle expands infant formula recalls

After France lowered the maximum limit for the toxin cerulide, Nestle expanded its recall of infant formula to include a batch of Guigoz, contradicting analysts' expectations of no further withdrawals from the Swiss group.

Feb 4 • 11:51 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Nestlé's recall expands

Nestlé's recall of infant formula has been expanded to include additional batches delivered to grocery stores in January 2026.

Feb 4 • 09:29 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

Another Nestlé baby formula product recalled over food poisoning fears

Nestlé has announced a recall of its SMA Advanced First Infant Milk due to the detection of a food poisoning toxin, following previous recalls last month.

Feb 4 • 05:46 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Withdrawal of infant formula from Nestlé - 'precautionary measure'

Nestlé Norway is recalling certain infant formulas and specialized medical products due to the detection of the toxin Cereulide, produced by the bacteria Bacillus Cereus, in an oil mixture ingredient as a precautionary measure.

Feb 3 • 18:05 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

Nestlé recalls infant formula

Nestlé is recalling several infant formula products due to the discovery of the toxin cereulid produced by Bacillus Cereus, which can cause nausea and vomiting.

Feb 3 • 17:21 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
National & Local

Infant formula recalled

Nestlé recalls NAN and Alfamino infant formula products due to the discovery of the toxin cereulid from the Bacillus cereus bacteria in an oil used in the products, as stated by the Food Safety Authority.

Feb 3 • 14:41 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Nestlé expands recall of infant formula

Nestlé has expanded its recall of infant formula products due to potential contamination with cereulid toxin from Bacillus cereus.

Feb 3 • 11:21 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
Crime & Justice

Dangerous toxin in children's food: EU demands urgent tightening of rules

The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has called for stricter regulations on cereulide toxin in infant formula following a product recall of major global brands in dozens of countries, including Croatia.

Feb 2 • 17:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

New toxin rules spark further baby formula recalls in France

Two infant formula manufacturers in France recalled products following stricter toxin limits imposed by authorities.

Feb 2 • 15:49 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

European Union proposes to halve the limit of toxin linked to infant formula recalls

The European Union has proposed to reduce the allowed limit of the toxin cereulide in infant formulas by more than half, following global recalls of these products due to its presence in ingredients from a Chinese factory that supplies major manufacturers.

Feb 2 • 13:35 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
World

At Nestlé, infant formula recalls are growing and turning into a nightmare

Sixty countries are now affected by a preventive recall of infant formula batches that may cause digestive issues for babies, following recent scandals involving other Nestlé products.

Jan 12 • 18:13 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Why has Nestlé had to withdraw infant powdered milk in more than 45 countries?

Nestlé has canceled the sale of several products worldwide due to the potential presence of a toxin produced by a potentially pathogenic bacteria.

Jan 9 • 13:32 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

Several NAN Infant Formulas Recalled

Nestlé Adriatic d.o.o. is recalling specific limited batches of NAN infant formulas due to potential contamination with cereulide, a toxin produced by the Bacillus cereus microorganism, as part of a precautionary measure for infant safety.

Jan 6 • 18:37 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Life & Tech

Nestlé withdraws infant formula batches across Europe due to contamination risk from bacteria

Nestlé is recalling batches of its infant nutritional products across Europe following concerns about possible contamination with a toxin that can induce nausea and vomiting.

Jan 6 • 15:48 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Nutrition: Nestlé recalls baby food

Nestlé has initiated a large-scale recall of infant formula due to a quality issue with an ingredient from one of its suppliers, affecting specific batches of Beba and Alfamino products across multiple countries.

Jan 6 • 12:23 UTC

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