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Washington Post reports that as many as 118 children are confirmed or suspected lead poisoning cases linked to applesauce

Bill Marler

According to The Washington Post , Dozens of other children around the country are believed to have been poisoned. A Washington Post investigation has found the number of children affected is likely higher than official counts. As of Dec. 5, the FDA said it has received reports of 64 children under age 6 who have suffered “adverse events” linked to the tainted cinnamon applesauce pouches.

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France reveals 2022 Campylobacter data

Food Safety News

Santé Publique France has published details on Campylobacter infections in 2022, including 60 outbreaks. Epidemiological surveillance findings are based on the National Reference Center (CNR) for Campylobacter and Helicobacter and mandatory declaration of outbreaks. CNR data shows that 9,160 strains were identified as Campylobacter. Campylobacter jejuni was the most frequently identified species at almost 85 percent, followed by Campylobacter coli and Campylobacter fetus.