What is Cyclospora?

expected to increase.

Cyclospora is a parasite that can cause an illness resulting in prolonged gastrointestinal (gut) distress, including watery diarrhea with frequent, sometimes explosive, bowel movements that can last for weeks. In severe cases, Cyclospora infection can require hospitalization. Cyclosporiasis is not contagious, and there is no evidence it spreads from person to person.

Public health officials urge anyone with prolonged gastrointestinal symptoms to talk to their healthcare provider.

In case you are experiencing Cyclosporiasis symptoms, it is important to report it. It can help to detect & resolve outbreaks early and prevent others from being harmed, and it enables better surveillance. If symptoms persist, seek medical care.

Source: nwgapublichealth.org

stool sample will be resulted on Monday. Excessive gas. She's still affected to this day. Using Imodium to control the symptoms of diarrhea. Hasn't been able to eat without taking Imodium. Losing weight. She was 153 and is now 145. The only reason why she's not in the hospital on IVs is that I've been giving her Gatorade and Jello throughout the day so she doesn't get dehydrated.  | Symptoms: Nausea, Diarrhea, Fever, Fatigue, Loss of Appetite, Gas

when infected feces contaminate food or water. It’s unlikely to be transmitted directly from person to person because the Cyclospora parasite needs time (days to weeks) after being passed in a bowel movement to become infectious for another person.

Some FDA recommendations to prevent Cyclosporiasis:
- Wash the inside walls and shelves of the refrigerator, cutting boards and countertops; then sanitize them with a solution of one tablespoon of chlorine bleach to one gallon of hot water; dry with a clean cloth or paper towel that has not been previously used.
- Wash hands with warm water and soap for at least 20 seconds before and after handling food.
- Wipe up spills in the refrigerator immediately and clean the refrigerator regularly.
- Always wash hands with hot, soapy water following the cleaning and sanitization process.
- Persons who think they might have become ill from eating potentially contaminated foods should consult their health care provider.

In case you are experiencing Cyclospora symptoms such as watery diarrhea (most common), cramping, bloating, increased gas, nausea, fatigue, and possibly vomiting and low-grade fever, it is important to report it. It can help to detect & resolve outbreaks early and prevent others from being harmed, and it enables better surveillance. If symptoms persist, seek medical care.

Source: www.fda.gov

infected feces contaminate food or water. It’s unlikely to be transmitted directly from person to person because the Cyclospora parasite needs time (days to weeks) after being passed in a bowel movement to become infectious for another person.

Some FDA recommendations to prevent Cyclosporiasis:
- Wash the inside walls and shelves of the refrigerator, cutting boards and countertops; then sanitize them with a solution of one tablespoon of chlorine bleach to one gallon of hot water; dry with a clean cloth or paper towel that has not been previously used.
- Wash hands with warm water and soap for at least 20 seconds before and after handling food.
- Wipe up spills in the refrigerator immediately and clean the refrigerator regularly.
- Always wash hands with hot, soapy water following the cleaning and sanitization process.
- Persons who think they might have become ill from eating potentially contaminated foods should consult their health care provider.

In case you are experiencing Cyclospora symptoms such as watery diarrhea (most common), cramping, bloating, increased gas, nausea, fatigue, and possibly vomiting and low-grade fever, it is important to report it. It can help to detect & resolve outbreaks early and prevent others from being harmed, and it enables better surveillance. If symptoms persist, seek medical care.

Source: www.fda.gov

Quebec (8). 4 individuals have been hospitalized and no deaths have been reported. To date, there is no recall or Public Health Notice, the investigation is ongoing.

In case you are experiencing Cyclosporiasis symptoms such as watery diarrhea (most common), cramping, bloating, increased gas, nausea, fatigue, and possibly vomiting and low-grade fever, it is important to report it. It can help to detect & resolve outbreaks early and prevent others from being harmed, and it enables better surveillance. If symptoms persist, seek medical care.

Source: www.canada.ca

distributed in Minnesota.

Customers who purchased the product should discard the product and not eat it. No illnesses associated with this product have been reported at this time in Minnesota.

The Ocean Mist Farms brand Romaine Hearts lettuce (22 oz. package) was sourced from Ocean Mist Farms of Castroville, CA. The product was sold at the following grocery locations in Minnesota:

Bob’s Produce Ranch – Fridley, MN
Brink’s Market – Chisago City, MN
Coborn’s Grocery – Hastings, MN
Daggett’s Fresh Foods – Hinckley, MN
Driskill’s Downtown Market – Hopkins, MN
Festival Foods – Andover, MN
Festival Foods – Bloomington, MN
Festival Foods – Hugo, MN
Festival Foods – Lexington, MN
Festival Foods – White Bear Lake, MN
Festival Foods – Brooklyn Park, MN
Jerry’s Market – North Branch, MN
Jubilee Foods – Mound, MN
King’s County Market – Andover, MN
King’s County Market – St. Francis, MN
Knowlan’s Fresh Foods – Maplewood, MN
Knowlan’s Fresh Foods – South St. Paul, MN
Kowalski’s Market – Eagan, MN
Kowalski’s Market – Excelsior, MN
Kowalski’s Market – Eden Prairie, MN
Kowalski’s Market on Grand – St. Paul, MN
Kowalski’s Market on Chicago – Minneapolis, MN
Kowalski’s Market on Lyndale – Minneapolis, MN
Kowalski’s Market – Oak Park Heights, MN
Kowalski’s Market – Shoreview, MN
Kowalski’s Market – White Bear Lake, MN
Kowalski’s Market – Woodbury, MN
Longfellow Market – Minneapolis, MN
Mackenthun’s Foods - Waconia
North Market – Minneapolis, MN
Oxendale’s Market Randolph – St. Paul, MN
Speedy Market – St. Paul, MN
Super One Plaza – Duluth, MN
Super One West – Duluth, MN
Super One – Two Harbors, MN

"Symptoms of illness caused by Cyclospora typically include watery diarrhea, stomach cramps, nausea, loss of appetite, and weight loss. People typically become ill about a week after eating contaminated food, but this period can range from 2-14 days. Diarrhea can last several weeks or longer if not treated. Contact your health care provider if you have become ill."

It is important to report it if you get food poisoning. It can help to detect & resolve issues and prevent others from being harmed, and it enables better surveillance.

Source: www.mda.state.mn.us

Cyclospora symptoms such as watery diarrhea (most common), cramping, bloating, increased gas, nausea, fatigue, and possibly vomiting and low-grade fever, it is important to report it. It can help to detect & resolve outbreaks early and prevent others from being harmed, and it enables better surveillance.

For more details, check the FDA outbreak investigations site: www.fda.gov

Source: FDA  | Symptoms: Nausea, Fever, Vomiting, Cramps, Bloating, Fatigue, Gas

8, Codes: 14632, 15032, 15046, 15646 and 15648.
- Dole Fresh Packed Blueberries (510 g), UPC: 0 71430 01154 6, Codes: 14632, 14732, 15032, 15046, 15232, 15446, 15432, 15646 and 15648.
- Dole Fresh Packed Blueberries (1 pint), UPC: 0 71430 01151 5, Codes: 15032, 15046, 15132, 15148, 15146, 15232, 15332, 15646 and 15648.

These products were distributed in Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Yukon, Possibly National.

If you have the recalled products in your home, please do not eat them, throw them away, or returned them to the place of purchase.

Food contaminated with Cyclospora may not look or smell spoiled but can still make you sick. In case you are experiencing Cyclospora symptoms such as Watery diarrhea (most common), Cramping, Bloating, Increased gas, Nausea, Fatigue, and possibly Vomiting and Low-grade fever, it is important to report it. It can help to detect & resolve outbreaks early and prevent others from being harmed, and it enables better surveillance.

Check the full recall details on the CFIA website: inspection.canada.ca

Source: CFIA

variety of clamshell sizes for potential Cyclospora contamination.

The product lot code is located on the top label of the clamshell and is a series of numbers printed by inkjet in black. Dependent upon where the numbers are printed, they may go across the wording on the label. The impacted products were distributed in four US states (IL, ME, NY, and WI), and two Canadian provinces (Alberta and British Columbia). Consumers are advised to check any product they have in their homes and discard any product matching the production description, UPC codes, and product lot codes listed above. Check the link below for the full list of recalled products.

This voluntary recall is due to possible Cyclospora contamination on Dole™ Fresh Blueberries. Dole Diversified North America, Inc. is coordinating closely with regulatory officials. No illnesses have been reported to date in association with the recall.

Cyclosporiasis is an intestinal infection caused by the Cyclospora parasite. A person may become infected after ingesting contaminated food or water. Common symptoms include severe abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea and vomiting, body aches and fatigue. The infection is treated with antibiotics and most people respond quickly to treatment.

No other Dole products are included in the recall. Only Dole™ Fresh Blueberries with the exact UPC and lot code combinations identified above are included in the recall. Consumers who have any of the recalled product should not consume it, but rather discard it immediately. Retailers and consumers with questions may call the Dole Consumer Center at 1-800-356-3111, which is open 24 hours a day.

Check the full recall details on www.fda.gov

Source: FDA

recall of approximately 3240 units of branded fresh cut, packaged organic basil clamshells packed at its Indianapolis, Indiana location due to a possible health risk from Cyclospora.

Cyclosporiasis is an intestinal infection caused by the Cyclospora parasite. A person may become infected after ingesting contaminated food or water. Common symptoms include severe abdominal pain, watery diarrhea, nausea and vomiting, body aches and fatigue. The infection is treated with antibiotics and most people respond quickly to treatment.

Only the following specific lot codes are affected: PV40515 1034 | PV40515 3034 | PV40515 4034 | PV40515 3035. The affected product has a country of origin of Colombia and was harvested entirely from Puerto Vallarta Herbs SAS (Farm) and imported by Vallarta Organics LLC dba Organic Destiny (Importer). Affected lot codes shipped:
- Shenandoah Growers by That’s Tasty. (0.75 oz). Lot Code: PV40515 1034. UPC: 7-68573-00101-4. Pack Date: 2/3/2021. Location: Indianapolis Fruit
- Shenandoah Growers by That’s Tasty. (2.0 oz). Lot Code: PV40515 1034. UPC: 7-68573-02143-2. Pack Date: 2/3/2021. Location: Indianapolis Fruit
- Shenandoah Growers by That’s Tasty. (4.0 oz). Lot Code: PV40515 1034. UPC: 7-68573-00141-0. Pack Date: 2/3/2021. Location: Indianapolis Fruit
- That’s Tasty (Pasta Blend). (0.5 oz). Lot Code: PV40515 3034. UPC: 7-68573-52008-9. Pack Date: 2/3/2021. Location: Vine Line Produce
- That’s Tasty. (0.5 oz). Lot Code: PV40515 3034. UPC: 7-68573-50502-4. Pack Date: 2/3/2021. Location: Vine Line Produce
- Shenandoah Growers by That’s Tasty. (4 oz). Lot Code: PV40515 3034. UPC: N/A. Pack Date: 2/3/2021. Location: Vine Line Produce Bulk
- Shenandoah Growers by That’s Tasty. (1 lb.). Lot Code: PV40515 3034. UPC: N/A. Pack Date: 2/3/2021. Location: Vine Line Produce Bulk
- Simple Truth. (3.0 oz). Lot Code: PV40515 4034. UPC: 0-11110-00876-3. Pack Date: 2/3/2021. Location: Kroger
That’s Tasty. (0.25 oz). Lot Code: PV40515 1034. UPC: 7-68573-02515-7. Pack Date: 2/3/2021. Location: J&J Distributing
- Shenandoah Growers by That’s Tasty. (0.75 oz). Lot Code: PV40515 1034. UPC: 7-68573-00101-4. Pack Date: 2/3/2021. Location: J&J Distributing
- That’s Tasty. (3.0 oz). Lot Code: PV40515 3035. UPC: 7-68573-53001-9. Pack Date: 2/4/2021. Location: Schnucks

Recalled products were distributed to select retail stores between 2/3/2021 to 2/4/2021 in the following states: Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Ohio, Tennessee, and Wisconsin.

This recall notification is being issued due to a single instance in which a sample of bulk product was pulled at the port of entry in Miami and tested by the FDA as part of routine surveillance and indicated the potential presence of Cyclospora.

Affected Shenandoah Growers customers have been notified of the recall and instructed to immediately remove and discard recalled products from all store shelves, distribution and other inventories to ensure they are no longer available for sale or consumption.

The Shenandoah Growers recall includes only those clamshells of certified organic basil clearly marked with the affected lot codes listed above. The lot code can be found printed on each clamshell.

No other Shenandoah Growers products are subject to recall, and the company has no knowledge of any illness reported or related to this product to date.

Consumers who may have a recalled basil product should discard it immediately and not eat it. Consumers with questions, or to obtain refunds, may contact the Shenandoah Growers Consumer Response Center at 844-896-6939 Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm EST.

Check the full recall details on www.fda.gov

Source: FDA