The National Agency for Food and Drugs Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has been informed that The United State (US) Food and Drug Administration (FDA) had on 22nd September, 2017 in Washington DC announced the recall of “Death Wish” brand of coffee as its consumption could cause botulism, a deadly disease .The FDA stated that the 11 ounce cans of Death Wish Nitro cold brew coffee produced by Death Wish coffee company New York, USA could foster the growth of botulin a deadly toxin tied to botulism.
Botulism is a rare illness caused by toxins attacking the body `s nerve which could lead to breathing problems, paralysis and death. The symptoms include slurred speech, dropping eyelids, double vision, dry mouth and muscle weakness.
The details of the affected product are as follows:
Product Name: Death Wish Nitro Cold Brew Brand of Coffee
Manufacturer`s address: Death Wish Coffee Company, New York, USA
Net weight: 11 ounces can
All sales outlets and consumers with this product should immediately stop their sales and use. The affected product should be submitted to the nearest NAFDAC office for appropriate action. Importers is advised not to import affected product, into Nigeria.
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