Parents warned to avoid powdered infant formula sold by a Texas dairy producer, because a dangerous bacteria was found in one of the company's products.WASHINGTON — U.S. health officials warned parents to avoid powdered infant formula sold by a Texas dairy producer, because a dangerous bacteria was found in one of the company's products.
The FDA said testing of the Farmalac product did not detect cronobacter, but parents and caregivers should still avoid using the formula. Cronobacter can cause blood infections and other serious complications in infants, including meningitis and nervous system injuries. The bacteria are found naturally in the environment and also can make their way into infant formula after packages are opened.an Abbott formula plant in Sturgis, Michigan, after inspections sparked by four infant illnesses linked to cronobacter, including two deaths, showed widespread contamination at the site.
Amid the shortages caused by the shutdown, the FDA began allowing imports of infant formula produced by overseas manufacturers. Previously the agency restricted U.S. infant formula production to a handful of domestic manufacturers, including Abbott.WBNS would like to send you push notifications about the latest news and weather.
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