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Liverpool City Council has acknowledged the recent national reports about the recall of various infant formula products and the ongoing investigation led by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA). The UKHSA is currently examining 36 clinical alerts across the UK related to infants showing symptoms consistent with exposure to cereulide toxin after consuming certain batches of baby formula that have now been recalled. These reports emerged following extensive recalls in January, which involved more than 60 batches of SMA infant formula by Nestlé and a batch of Aptamil formula recalled by Danone due to similar concerns.
Cereulide is a toxin resistant to heat and can cause symptoms such as vomiting, nausea, and abdominal cramps. Its presence has been traced to an ingredient called arachidonic acid (ARA), a fatty acid sometimes added to infant formulas. The Food Standards Agency has confirmed the detection of the toxin in the affected formula batches, leading to ongoing updates and expansions of the recall as more testing is carried out.
Professor Matt Ashton, Director of Public Health for Liverpool City Council, emphasized the importance of local measures to properly identify affected products. He advised families to check their supplies of SMA and Aptamil formulas against the official Food Standards Agency recall notices. He reassured parents that the absolute risk to infants remains low and that the recalls are a precautionary step to prevent further exposure. Professor Ashton also urged any parents whose children have consumed recalled products and subsequently developed symptoms such as vomiting, particularly shortly after feeding, to seek medical advice promptly.
The council remains committed to providing families with clear and accurate information as the situation evolves. Midwives and health visiting services continue to offer support and infant-feeding advice to those engaged with them. Professor Ashton acknowledged the challenges new parents face when feeding their babies, whether breastfeeding or bottle-feeding, highlighting the importance of bonding through skin-to-skin contact and gentle communication. Liverpool City Council also promotes the free “24 Magic Months” app, designed to support parents in celebrating milestones during their baby’s first two years. The council maintains regular communication with national and regional health organizations to monitor developments and address concerns within the community. Parents with feeding questions are encouraged to consult their midwives, health visitors, or visit trusted resources such as the NHS baby feeding guidance online
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