Public advised not to drink certain brands of carrot juice

06.oct.06
from a press release
http://www.newswire.ca/en/releases/archive/October2006/06/c6033.html

TORONTO - Toronto Public Health is warning the public to
avoid drinking certain brands of carrot juice following a product recall
issued by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency. These products have been linked to botulism in individuals in the United States.
Toronto Public Health is investigating three suspected cases of botulism
in Toronto. Two of the three cases are currently in hospital with serious
illness. Test results are pending and, at this point, botulism from carrot
juice is suspected.
The products involved in the recall are:
"Bolthouse Farms 100% Carrot Juice" sold in both 1 litre and
450 millilitre sizes
"Earthbound Farm Organic Carrot Juice" sold in both 1 litre and 450 millilitre sizes "President's Choice Organics 100% Pure Carrot Juice" sold in both 1 litre and 450 millilitre sizes.
Products with a "best by" date up to November 11, 2006 should not be
consumed.
"If you have these products at home, throw them out immediately. If you
are a retailer, these products should be removed from shelves and should not
be sold," said Dr. Barbara Yaffe, Associate Medical Officer of Health. "If you
have consumed any of these types of carrot juice, and are feeling ill, see
your doctor immediately."
Botulism can lead to serious illness, and must be treated early. Symptoms
can include blurred vision, slurred speech, difficulty swallowing, and
paralysis. Toronto Public Health sent a surveillance alert to Toronto
hospitals notifying them of the suspected cases, and asking them to report any
cases of potential botulism.
For more information on the Canadian Food Inspection Agency recall,
visit: www.inspection.gc.ca