Illegal tahini imported into Israel may contain Salmonella, Health Ministry warns

Israel's Health Ministry has issued a warning regarding a brand of tahini illegally imported into the country, suspecting it may be contaminated with Salmonella. The brand in question is Algimal Tahini (Hagamel), which was brought into Israel without the necessary permits, according to the ministry.

Investigations by the Health Ministry found evidence of Salmonella bacteria in two specific products: a 1-kilogram container and a 500-gram container of White Tahini, produced in March and April, respectively. The ministry stated that the manufacturing conditions for these products could not be verified, and all products from this company were illegally imported.

Consumers are strongly advised not to consume these tahini products. The Health Ministry highlighted that Salmonella infection can cause symptoms such as fever, diarrhea, bloody stools, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. The illness can become particularly severe or even fatal for young children, the elderly, and individuals with compromised immune systems.

For further information or to report concerns, the public can contact the Health Ministry directly at *5400. The ministry's alert aims to prevent potential public health issues arising from the consumption of contaminated food products.

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