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Walmart Recalls Infant Formula After Death of Missouri Baby
Evergreen Park's Walmart joins more than 3,000 stores nationwide that are participating in the voluntary recall.
Walmart has issued a recall on Enfamil Newborn formula. The recall began when a Lebanon, MO Walmart pulled its stock of the formula after a 10-day-old baby died Sunday.
Managers from Evergreen Park's Walmart, 2500 W. 95th Street, say they pulled the product off shelves Tuesday.
The Lebanon Daily Record reports Avery Cornett's family took him to a local hospital when he showed signs of lethargy and stomach discomfort. According to the newspaper, tests showed Avery had contracted a rare bacteria which can be found in contaminated infant formula.
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Recall information
- 12.5-ounce cans of Enfamil Newborn powder
- Lot number ZP1K7G
- Return Enfamil Newborn powdered formula to Walmart for a refund or exchange it for another brand.
The Food and Drug Administration has not issued an official recall of the product, which is formulated for babies up to three months old.
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A report in the Washington Post quotes Walmart spokeswoman Dianna Gee, who said the company decided to pull the lot “out of an abundance of caution” while health officials further investigate Sunday’s death.
STLToday.com reports the Missouri Department of Health is advising parents to follow safety guidelines for preparing any infant formula:
- Wash hands with soap and water.
- Sterilize feeding equipment in hot soapy water.
- Prepare formula for one feeding at a time.
Information on other Evergreen Park Walmart product recalls can be found at the rear of the store, near the dariy section and restrooms.
