Alerta en Canadá por el retiro de otra marca de cereal para bebés por miedo a la bacteria Cronobacter

Nestlé Canada issued a voluntary recall for Gerber brand’s Oat Banana and Mango Baby Cereal due to possible Cronobacter contamination, according to a statement released by the company. The recall affects specific products with a UPC code of 00015000002460 and expiry dates of 25JUL2021 and 26JUL2021.

Cronobacter is a bacteria that can cause severe infections, especially in infants, elderly people, and those with weakened immune systems. Symptoms of Cronobacter infection may include fever, poor feeding, irritability, or jaundice.

The recall was initiated after routine testing by Nestlé Canada detected the presence of Cronobacter in the affected products. The company is advising customers not to consume the recalled baby cereal and to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Consumers with questions or concerns can contact Nestlé Consumer Services at 1-800-387-4636 or email them at [email protected].

It is important for parents and caregivers to be vigilant about the products they give to babies and to always follow safety guidelines when it comes to infant nutrition. Nestlé Canada is working closely with regulators to investigate the source of the contamination and prevent future incidents.

Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story as more information becomes available. In the meantime, parents are urged to check their pantries and dispose of any affected products to ensure the health and safety of their little ones.