Abbott Laboratories has agreed to pay $384 million to resolve allegations that its infant formula was contaminated with bacteria, according to the U.S. Department of Justice. The settlement follows investigations into potential health risks linked to the company’s production practices. Authorities claim the contamination posed serious dangers to infants, though no deaths were reported. The case highlights ongoing scrutiny of food safety standards in the baby formula industry.
Abbott to pay $384 million over contaminated infant formula allegations, US Justice Dept says Reuters
