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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
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Nestle: The cereulide toxin was found in an infant who drank milk

The French Ministry of Health confirmed the detection of the cereulide toxin in an infant treated in France after consuming recalled milk.

Feb 27 • 09:42 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
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Zakynthos: Sorry Adonis for the infant - 'Inaccuracies' says the pediatrician

A five-month-old infant with meningitis in Zakynthos has survived a critical moment after a pediatrician failed to appear for her shift at the hospital, prompting an internal investigation and an apology from Health Minister Adonis Georgiadis.

Feb 26 • 05:47 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Zakynthos: The infant diagnosed with meningitis has escaped danger

A five-month-old infant diagnosed with meningitis is currently being treated in a specialized intensive care unit in Greece but has shown signs of improvement.

Feb 25 • 12:29 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Suspect in attempted murder of his infant died - Oulu prison director: This is how inmates are monitored

A 32-year-old man suspected of attempting to murder his two-week-old baby died in Oulu prison, with authorities stating no criminal activity is linked to his death.

Feb 24 • 17:17 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
Crime & Justice

Father suspected of attempting to kill his baby died in such a cell

A father, who was suspected of attempting to kill his infant, was found dead in a cell at Oulu prison in Finland, marking the first death at the newly opened facility.

Feb 24 • 16:11 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Chief Hygienist: We Warned About Infant Milk Too Late

Czech health authorities have acknowledged that warnings about the safety of infant milk were issued later than necessary.

Feb 24 • 15:00 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

After the baby's death in Alytus - a confession from a mother overwhelmed with pain and guilt: "I wouldn't wish such a life as mine on anyone"

A mother in Alytus shares her devastating experience following the tragic death of her newborn son, highlighting the exhaustion and social pressures she faced.

Feb 23 • 10:07 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Fell from mother's arms, a five-month-old infant in critical condition

A five-month-old baby has been hospitalized in critical condition after falling from its mother's arms following her sudden illness in Chieri, Italy.

Feb 21 • 20:31 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Tragedy in Alytus – the baby revived by doctors has died

A baby in Alytus, Lithuania, died despite efforts by medical professionals to revive them after a health emergency.

Feb 21 • 19:19 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Minas Justice Orders Vaccination of Six-Month-Old Baby If No Contraindication Exists

A court in Minas Gerais has mandated the vaccination of a six-month-old infant, provided there are no medical contraindications, following the parents’ failure to comply with a public health recommendation.

Feb 20 • 20:40 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Nutrition for Babies: New Recommendation: Six Months of Exclusive Breastfeeding

Germany is updating its breastfeeding guidelines to align with the World Health Organization's recommendation of exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months of a baby's life.

Feb 20 • 11:00 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
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

12 babies hospitalized after consuming milk withdrawn due to toxin

12 infants were hospitalized after consuming milk withdrawn over contamination concerns, with 41 reported cases of gastrointestinal symptoms in Spain.

Feb 19 • 14:44 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Crime & Justice

New Mexico mother accused of drowning newborn in portable toilet after giving birth

A New Mexico woman is charged with drowning her newborn in a portable toilet shortly after giving birth.

Feb 16 • 02:25 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
Crime & Justice

Mother took her 3-month-old baby to the wrong hospital – the truth about the 'poisoning' shocked everyone

A mother took her ill 3-month-old baby to the wrong hospital, leading to troubling accusations after the baby's condition worsened, revealing shocking truths about the situation.

Feb 15 • 16:00 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
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Crime & Justice

Frozen babies in Haute-Saône: the mother placed in provisional detention and indicted for murder

A mother in Haute-Saône, France, has been placed in provisional detention and indicted for the murder of her two frozen babies.

Feb 13 • 08:31 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
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Infant Milk: Why 24 Families Are Suing the State Services and Industries

24 families in France are initiating legal action against state services and dairy companies following health concerns related to infant milk products.

Feb 12 • 15:22 UTC
🇮🇱 Haaretz
National & Local

Ministry of Health: An investigative committee will be established to examine the death of an infant who consumed Nutrilon that was recalled

Israel's Ministry of Health announced the formation of an investigative committee following the death of a four-month-old infant who consumed Nutrilon products subject to a recall.

Feb 12 • 13:39 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
🇫🇷 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
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

Sick mum amputated her 11-month-old baby's arms because 'God told her to'

A mother in Texas amputated her infant daughter's arms, claiming she was instructed to do so by God, leading to a shocking police investigation.

Feb 11 • 04:00 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
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Five Babies Hospitalized in Spain After Consuming Milk Contaminated with a Toxin

Five babies in Spain have been hospitalized after consuming infant milk contaminated with the toxin cereulide, with a total of eight cases reported.

Feb 9 • 10:22 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

RSV: A 30-day-old baby fights for its life

A 30-day-old baby girl is in critical condition due to RSV and is receiving treatment in the pediatric intensive care unit at Aglaia Kyriakou Hospital.

Feb 9 • 09:36 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Arta: 35-year-old died while breastfeeding – The possible causes, the role of the infant

A 35-year-old woman from Arta died suddenly while breastfeeding her newborn on February 7, 2026.

Feb 9 • 08:54 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
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
Crime & Justice

USA: Newborn died because mother drank raw milk during pregnancy?

The New Mexico Department of Health reports that a newborn died from a Listeria infection linked to the mother's consumption of raw milk during pregnancy.

Feb 6 • 08:51 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
🇺🇸 Fox News
Crime & Justice

New Mexico newborn dies from Listeria infection after mother drank raw milk while pregnant: state officials

A newborn in New Mexico died from a Listeria infection linked to the mother consuming raw milk during pregnancy, prompting health officials to warn against raw dairy products.

Feb 5 • 07:05 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Life & Tech

SK Biosciences partners with the Gates Foundation to develop RSV preventive antibodies for infants

SK Biosciences has partnered with the Gates Medical Research Institute to develop a new monoclonal antibody aimed at preventing RSV infections in newborns and infants, addressing a leading cause of infant mortality worldwide.

Feb 3 • 08:16 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

PTA recalls Nuppi and Danalac milk powders

The Agricultural and Food Board (PTA) has announced a recall of Solbritt AS-produced Nuppi and Danalac infant milk powders as a precautionary measure.

Feb 2 • 15:16 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
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Baby died a few hours after birth

A family in Rhodes is in deep mourning after their newborn baby, suffering from severe respiratory problems, passed away shortly after birth despite efforts to transfer the infant to a hospital in Crete.

Jan 12 • 07:16 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Life & Tech

Olympic gold medal gymnast Shawn Johnson opens up on family battle against virus that hospitalized her son

Shawn Johnson shares her experience of rushing her infant son to the ER due to a severe case of respiratory syncytial virus that impacted his breathing.

Jan 9 • 22:35 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
🇬🇷 To Vima
Life & Tech

Nestle: Recalls infant milk products

Nestle has initiated a voluntary recall of specific batches of infant milk products available in the Greek market due to the potential presence of cereulide from Bacillus cereus.

Jan 6 • 13:00 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
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Warning about Toxin: Nestlé Recalls Certain Infant Food

Nestlé has issued a precautionary recall of several infant food products due to the possible presence of a toxin that can cause diarrhea and vomiting.

Jan 5 • 12:11 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Eternal Chemicals: Danger for the Unborn?

Research indicates that PFAS chemicals in drinking water may be linked to increased rates of miscarriages and early births, as well as lower birth weights among infants.

Jan 4 • 08:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Telegraph
World

Infant mortality soars in Cuba as US terror designation hits public health

Cuba is experiencing a rise in infant mortality rates, which experts attribute to the negative impacts of the U.S. terror designation on public health resources.

Dec 19 • 12:39 UTC

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