French health authorities have announced that a third baby has died after consuming infant formula that was recalled due to suspicions of contamination. This information was confirmed by France's Ministry of Health, which indicated that on Wednesday (November 11), investigations are ongoing to determine the cause. The Ministry emphasized that as of now, no scientific proof has been established linking these deaths directly to the consumption of the recalled products, and legal inquiries into the matter continue.

In total, there have been 14 hospitalizations of infants who consumed or may have consumed the contaminated milk. The initial reports of potential contamination in baby formulas emerged in mid-December, leading to widespread concern. The Nestlé company first withdrew dozens of batches of infant formula in approximately 60 countries due to the potential presence of the toxin cereulide, which is harmful to infants. Following this, similar recalls were undertaken globally by other manufacturers, including Danone, Lactalis, and some smaller brands, showing the extensive impact of this contamination issue across the market.

This incident raises significant health concerns for parents and scrutiny toward infant formula producers. The repeated alerts about safety and quality highlight the importance of strict regulatory oversight in the food supply chain, especially for products meant for vulnerable populations like infants. As investigations proceed, both the public's trust in these corporations and the safety of babies consuming formula hangs in the balance, risking further implications for how infant nutrition is managed in the future.