More Than 650,000 Infant Formula Cans Recalled Across US Over Deadly Bacteria

rewrite news article with same meaning and sentiments: A recall has been issued for over 650,000 cans of Nutramigen baby formula across the U.S. due to the risk of Cronobacter sakazakii contamination, which may lead to life-threatening conditions such as meningitis or sepsis. The company confirmed that the Nutramigen cans, produced in June 2023 and disseminated in June, July, and August of the same year, are possibly contaminated.

It is anticipated that this formula, aimed for infants, has already been consumed. “Much, if not all, of the U.S. recalled products are believed to be consumed based on the remaining stock's limited availability. No reports of illnesses or adverse events linked to the products have been received to date.

The products saw nationwide distribution via retail stores. Affected products can be identified by the batch code present on each can’s bottom,” the company added. According to the firm, the recall affected over 650,000 cans of Nutramigen, but the company maintains it chose to recall select batches of Nutramigen primarily as a precautionary measure.

“Apprehending our profound responsibility in offering what often stands as the sole nutrition for infants, we cannot and will not resort to shortcuts when dealing with this highly vulnerable population,” the spokesperson iterated. Consumers are advised to examine the batch codes on the bottom of their Nutramigen can to identify if their product falls within the scope of the recall.

Affected products should not be consumed or used. Despite the recall, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has yet to issue a statement or post a recall notice for the baby formula products on their website. The company has yet to receive any reports of illnesses associated with the product. The CDC warns that although infections from Cronobacter sakazakii are generally considered to be rare, they can prove fatal for young infants.

Infants under two months of age or those with compromised immune systems are usually most susceptible to the infection. The bacteria is also capable of causing severe disease in adults aged 65 or older and those with weakened immune systems due to conditions such as HIV, cancer, or organ transplants.

Severe bloodstream infections or meningitis, which refers to the inflammation of the brain and spine's protective membranes, can be caused by the bacteria. Symptoms in babies can include fever, lethargy, feeding difficulty, and seizures.
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