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June 21, 2013 (Final Update) Multistate Outbreak of Salmonella Montevideo and Salmonella Mbandaka Infections Linked to Tahini Sesame Paste

Advice to Consumers » A total of 16 persons infected with the outbreak strains of Salmonella Montevideo or Salmonella Mbandaka were reported from nine states. The number of ill persons identified in each state was as follows: Ca…

Taylor Farms New Jersey Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Tree Nuts in Black Forest Ham and Cheese on a Pretzel Roll with Swiss Cheese and Country Dijon Honey Mustard

Taylor Farms New Jersey, Inc. of Swedesboro, NJ is voluntarily recalling a limited quantity of Black Forest Ham and Cheese on a Pretzel Roll with Swiss Cheese and Country Dijon Honey Mustard because they have the potential of containing an undeclared t…

Granna’s LLC Voluntarily Recalls Packages of #705 Tuna Mac With Italian Blend Vegetables and Spiced Apple Rings Due to Undeclared Eggs

Granna’s LLC is voluntarily recalling packages of #705 Tuna Mac that may contain an undeclared egg allergen. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to egg run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this prod…

June 20, 2013 (Final Update) Multistate Outbreak of Salmonella Saintpaul Infections Linked to Imported Cucumbers

Persons infected with the outbreak strain of Salmonella Typhimurium, by state

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  • A total of 84 persons infected with the outbreak strain of Salmonella Saintpaul were reported from 18 states.
    • 28% of ill persons were hospitalized, and no deaths were reported.
  • Collaborative investigative efforts of local, state, and federal public health and regulatory agencies indicated that imported cucumbers supplied by Daniel Cardenas Izabal and Miracle Greenhouse of Culiacán, Mexico were the source of this outbreak.
    • On April 24, 2013, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration placed both cucumber suppliers on Import Alert
    • Cucumbers from these two firms will be denied admission into the United States unless the suppliers show that they are not contaminated with Salmonella.
  • Consumers and retailers should always follow safe produce handling recommendations.
  • This particular outbreak appears to be over. However, Salmonella is an important cause of human illness in the United States. More information about Salmonella infection, and steps people can take to reduce their risk of infection, can be found on the CDC Salmonella Web Page.

June 20, 2013 (Final Update) Multistate Outbreak of Salmonella Saintpaul Infections Linked to Imported Cucumbers

Persons infected with the outbreak strain of Salmonella Typhimurium, by state

  • Read the Advice to Consumers »
  • A total of 84 persons infected with the outbreak strain of Salmonella Saintpaul were reported from 18 states.
    • 28% of ill persons were hospitalized, and no deaths were reported.
  • Collaborative investigative efforts of local, state, and federal public health and regulatory agencies indicated that imported cucumbers supplied by Daniel Cardenas Izabal and Miracle Greenhouse of Culiacán, Mexico were the source of this outbreak.
    • On April 24, 2013, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration placed both cucumber suppliers on Import Alert.
    • Cucumbers from these two firms will be denied admission into the United States unless the suppliers show that they are not contaminated with Salmonella.
  • Consumers and retailers should always follow safe produce handling recommendations.
  • This particular outbreak appears to be over. However, Salmonella is an important cause of human illness in the United States. More information about Salmonella infection, and steps people can take to reduce their risk of infection, can be found on the CDC Salmonella Web Page.

Garden-Fresh Foods, Inc. Voluntarily Recalls Limited Packages of Archer Farms Smoked Salmon Dip Because of Possible Mislabeling

Garden-Fresh Foods Inc. is voluntarily recalling a limited number of packages of Archer Farms Smoked Salmon Dip that may contain undeclared allergens, fish and egg. Some of Archer Farms Smoked Salmon Dip may have inadvertently been filled in a limited…

Oskri is Expanding the Recall of Fig Dark Chocolate Bars to Include Additional Lots. Lot: 161 through 164

OSKRI Corp. of Lake Mills, WI is recalling “Coconut Bar Dark Chocolate”, “Coconut Bar Dark Chocolate Minis”, “Fig Dark Chocolate Bars” and “Almond Dark Chocolate Bars” because the dark chocolate contains milk. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

Natura Pet Issues Voluntary Recall of Specialized Dry Pet Foods Due to a Possible Health Risk

Natura Pet Products is voluntarily recalling specific lots of dry pet food because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. Salmonella can affect animals eating the products and there is risk to humans from handling contaminated pet pro…

See’s Candies, Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Nuts and Eggs in Milk and Dark Raisins

See’s Company of San Francisco is recalling all Milk and Dark Raisins because it may contain undeclared tree nuts and eggs. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to tree nuts (e.g.: almonds, walnuts, pecans, cashews) and/or eggs run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

Oskri Recalls “Coconut Bar Dark Chocolate”, “Coconut Bar Dark Chocolate Minis”, “Fig Dark Chocolate Bars” and “Almond Dark Chocolate Bars” Because of Undeclared Milk

OSKRI Corp. of Lake Mills, WI is recalling “Coconut Bar Dark Chocolate”, “Coconut Bar Dark Chocolate Minis”, “Fig Dark Chocolate Bars” and “Almond Dark Chocolate Bars” because the dark chocolate contains milk. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

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