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Q. | What is deadstock? |
A. | Deadstock is a term used for animals that spontaneously die on the farm, in the field or in transit, of natural causes, injury or disease. Due to the unknown cause of death, deadstock are considered to be a high-risk element and are forbidden from entering the food supply. These animals must be buried, burned or rendered after death. |
Q. | What is the risk to the public regarding this product? |
A. | Meat derived from deadstock could pose a health risk from exposure to an
elevated level of pathogens or antibiotic residues. Antibiotic residues may cause a
possible allergic reaction in susceptible individuals. The recall order was issued on a precautionary basis to protect public health. |
Q. | I have heard reports of incidences of illness related to the recalled products. Can you confirm this? |
A. | The illness outbreak investigation being conducted by Ontario Provincial authorities is ongoing to determine if there is any link to the recalled products. |
Q. | What do I do if I think I have this product in my freezer? |
A. | It may be difficult to identify the Aylmer product because it has gone to
retailers/distributors in a form that was cut up or further processed by the retailers
prior to sale, so it may not bear Aylmer packaging or label. Consumers are advised to review the list issued with the CFIAs food recall notice and, if they have purchased beef products from any place on that list, not to consume the product and to contact the retailer to find out its origin. Consumers are also advised to check the CFIA Web site for updates to the list of primary distribution outlets. As information about secondary outlets or branded products made from Aylmer Meat Packers products becomes available, the CFIA will also post these on its Web site. If it has been determined that the product is from Aylmer Meat Packers, consumers are advised to dispose of the product immediately. |
Q. | If I get sick from eating Aylmer Meat products, what should I do? |
A. | Health Canada advises that if you have consumed Aylmer Meat Packers Inc. meat and are exhibiting any adverse health reaction or symptoms of food-borne illness, you are urged to contact your physician or clinic to indicate that you may have consumed contaminated meat. You are also asked to alert your local Public Health Unit. |
Q. | Why hasnt the CFIA expanded the recall to include other meat products from Aylmer Meat Packers Inc.? |
A. | Provincial authorities have not provided any evidence that the extent of the problem extended beyond beef. We have asked the Province to provide additional information as it becomes available. |
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