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Abbott's Sturgis Plant Faces Ongoing Safety Concerns

11/6/2025

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Abbott Laboratories failed to maintain sanitary conditions at Sturgis plant, causing Cronobacter contamination since 2019.
The contamination contributed to the nationwide baby formula shortage in 2022.
Lawmakers criticized the FDA for a slow response beginning September 2021.
Abbott recalled products after two infant deaths linked to its formula and agreed to improve safety before reopening.
A ProPublica April 2025 report shows ongoing safety concerns at the Sturgis plant.

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Abbott Laboratories failed to maintain sanitary conditions at Sturgis plant, causing Cronobacter contamination since 2019.
The contamination contributed to the nationwide baby formula shortage in 2022.
Lawmakers criticized the FDA for a slow response beginning September 2021.
Abbott recalled products after two infant deaths linked to its formula and agreed to improve safety before reopening.
A ProPublica April 2025 report shows ongoing safety concerns at the Sturgis plant.