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From researchers from the University of Leicester, in England:
"The juices from bagged chopped salad leaves can increase the risk of salmonella, a pathogen that’s one of the most common causes of food poisoning, say the authors of a new study."
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I used Hillshire Farm deli meat (smoked ham and Turkey) for a club sandwich on 9/17/23 and I have been having diarrhea ever since I ate it. I wasn’t sure if that was what was causing it so I made another sandwich as of today, 9/18/23, and yup! The toilet has been my best friend on both days. | Symptoms: Diarrhea See Less
Eagle Produce LLC Scottsdale, AZ is initiating a voluntary recall of 6,456 cases of whole cantaloupe with the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella following a test conducted on cantaloupe in a distribution center by the FDA. The products were distributed between September 5th -16th in California,... See More Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin and Washington D.C. and sold in various retail supermarkets. There have been no reported illnesses attributed to the recalled items as of September 27th, 2023.
Salmonella is an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy people may experience fever, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea (which may be bloody), and abdominal pain. In rare cases the organism can get into the bloodstream and producing more severe illness such as arterial infections (i.e. infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis.
The cantaloupe subject to the recall include:
Brand: Kandy, Item Description: Whole Cantaloupe, UPC number Code: 4050, Lot Code: 797901
Brand: Kandy, Item Description: Whole Cantaloupe, UPC number Code: 4050, Lot Code: 797900
Brand: Kandy, Item Description: Whole Cantaloupe, UPC number Code: 4050, Lot Code: 804918
No other products or lot code dates are affected by this recall. The company is cooperating with the FDA regarding this recall.
Customers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume the products.
In case you are experiencing Salmonella symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal cramps, and 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.
Company name: Eagle Produce, LLC
Brand name: Kandy
Product recalled: Whole Cantaloupe
Reason of the recall: Potential Foodborne Illness
FDA Recall date: September 28, 2023
Source: fda.gov See Less
9/17/23 6pm popcorn contaminated make me sick, maybe butter. I am no allergic to popcorn or butter | Symptoms: Allergic Reaction See Less
I purchased some ready made chicken last night 09/05/23 and this morning my whole family is very sick from it. Tried contacting Walmart but can’t get in contact with anyone that can help with in store purchases and keep getting transferred to customer service that won’t answer phones. | Symptoms: Nausea, Diarrhea, Vomiting See Less
I had the Gorgonzola pizza with sorrento ham, I only ate half, cooked properly, but about one hour later, I started vomiting out of no where and haven’t stopped since 10pm last night (Monday 11th septmeber). I’ve also got intense diarrhoea and I can’t keep any water down | Symptoms: Diarrhea, Vomiting See Less
On 07.09.2023 I bought a Hungarian Salami "Pick" from Sainsbury's address Lower Richmond Rd., Richmond TW9 4LT. I ate a few slices of this salami without checking the expiry date (believing that at such a large market they make controls and the sale of expired products is... See More not allowed) and in a few hours I started to feel vomiting, diarrhea, weakness, chills. I immediately checked the salami because before that I had not eaten any other products and I found that it had expired on 09/03/2023. | Symptoms: Diarrhea, Vomiting, Weakness, Chills See Less
Suspected food poisoning: vomiting, diarrhea, stomach cramps 4 hours after eating chicken and mashed potatoes & gravy. My mother had chicken tenders with mashed potatoes & gravy from the same order and experienced the same symptoms. Diarrhea and stomach cramps continued into the next day, it is... See More the 2nd day after now and stomach still feels queasy. | Symptoms: Nausea, Diarrhea, Vomiting, Cramps See Less
Suspected food poisoning. Symptoms: Diarrhea, Nausea, Vomiting, Fever, Stomach Pain, Cramps, Chills, Headache
Suspected source: Sausage rolls
Onset: Less than 4 hours
Duration: Several days
Sick: 3 people | Symptoms: Diarrhea, Nausea, Vomiting, Fever, Stomach Pain, Cramps, Chills, Headache See Less
The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets has issued a consumer alert regarding the potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination of Connecticut Hill Melter raw milk cheese produced by Nathaniel Thompson - DBA Remembrance Farm. This product was distributed to Full Plate Farm Collective Community Supported Agriculture... See More (CSA) in Ithaca, NY. To date, no illnesses have been reported linked to the product.
The cheese is sold in 0.5-pound wedges, wrapped in paper bearing the name "Connecticut Hill Melter" and the batch code 042323. Consumers should also be wary of packages without an identifiable batch date.
An inspector from the Department discovered the potential contamination during routine sampling. The producer was notified of the preliminary positive test for Listeria on September 15, 2023, with subsequent testing on September 19, 2023, confirming the presence of this bacteria.
Listeriosis, caused by Listeria monocytogenes, can cause serious health issues, particularly in young children, the elderly, those with weakened immune systems, and pregnant women. Symptoms include high fever, severe headaches, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain, and diarrhea.
Consumers are recommended to dispose of any purchased cheese from the alerted batch as a preventative measure. Additionally, note that raw milk products do not undergo pasteurization, a process that effectively kills harmful bacteria including Listeria monocytogenes, safeguarding against foodborne illnesses, like listeriosis.
In case you are experiencing Listeria monocytogenes 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: agriculture.ny.gov See Less
Penzeys Spices is voluntarily recalling some of its 2.2-ounce Jars of Brady Street Cheese Sprinkle (SKU/Item Number 20756) because they may contain undeclared sesame seeds. People who have allergies to sesame seeds run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume these products. The... See More Brady Street Cheese Sprinkle in question was distributed nationwide ONLY in Penzeys Retail Stores and through Internet or Phone orders beginning July 5, 2023. No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this recall.
The product comes in a 2.2-ounce, clear glass jar marked on the side with the following information:
-Batch/Lot # 37652-1 or 37652-2
-“BEST BY JUL 2024”
No other sizes or lots are affected by this voluntary recall.
The voluntary recall was initiated after it was discovered that a small sample of a similar item containing sesame seeds was unintentionally added to the “Brady Street Cheese Sprinkle” during bottling. An investigation identified that the problem was caused by an error in the company's production/packaging processes and corrective action has been taken.
The impacted 2.2-ounce Jars of Brady Street Cheese Sprinkle are eligible for replacement or full refund. Consumers can return the item to any Penzeys location.
In case you experienced harm from allergens or undeclared ingredients, it is important to report it. It can help to detect & resolve issues and prevent others from being harmed, and it enables better surveillance. If symptoms persist, seek medical care.
Company name: Penzeys Spices
Brand name: Brady Street
Product recalled: Brady Street Cheese Sprinkle, 2.2 oz jar
Reason of the recall: Undeclared sesame seeds
FDA Recall date: September 28, 2023
Source: fda.gov See Less
Food poisoning can begin immediately, especially if it is caused by a chemical contaminant. However, food poisoning is most commonly caused by organisms such as Norovirus or Salmonella. Onset from this type of food poisoning can range from as little as 1 hour (Staphylococcus aureus) to as long as 28 days (Hepatitis A). Learn more: Food Poisoning Timeline
Staying hydrated is most important. It is recommended to see a doctor if you have a high fever (temperature over 101.5 F), blood in your stool, prolonged vomiting, or dehydration. Signs of dehydration, including a decrease in urination, a dry mouth and throat, and feeling dizzy when standing up, or diarrheal illness that lasts more than 3 days. Learn more.
Most often, food poisoning is mild and resolves without treatment within a few days. But in some cases it can last longer and may require hospitalization and medical treatment. Learn more.
Food poisoning symptoms may range from mild to severe and can differ significantly depending of the contaminant . The most common symptoms of food poisoning are:
Food poisoning should be reported. It can help to detect outbreaks early and prevent others from being harmed. It also enables better surveillance of establishments that have repeat problems. Learn More.
