{"id":2038137,"date":"2023-09-19T23:01:01","date_gmt":"2023-09-20T03:01:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/over-58000-pounds-of-ground-beef-recalled-due-to-e-coli-discovery\/"},"modified":"2023-09-19T23:06:54","modified_gmt":"2023-09-20T03:06:54","slug":"over-58000-pounds-of-ground-beef-recalled-due-to-e-coli-discovery","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/over-58000-pounds-of-ground-beef-recalled-due-to-e-coli-discovery\/","title":{"rendered":"Over 58K lbs of Ground Beef Recalled for E.coli Find"},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"&quot;\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">20<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Fover-58000-pounds-of-ground-beef-recalled-due-to-e-coli-discovery%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2038137&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><blockquote>\n<p>Attention food lovers! Brace \u2062yourselves for some alarming news. A whopping 58,000 pounds of ground beef products have been recalled due to a potential E. coli\u2064 contamination. Yikes!<\/p>\n<p>The U.S. Department of Agriculture&#8217;s Food Safety \u2062and Inspection Service (FSIS)\u200b recently \u200dissued a \u2063recall notice on September 15th. This decision came after a batch of\u2062 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/over-58000-pounds-of-ground-beef-recalled-due-to-e-coli-discovery\/\" title=\"Over 58K lbs of Ground Beef Recalled for E.coli Find\">raw beef products tested positive<\/a> for the dangerous bacteria.<\/p>\n<p>Green \u200dBay Dressed Beef LLC, also known as American Foods Group LLC, based in Wisconsin, took immediate action and ordered the recall. \u200dState health officials discovered the presence of Shiga toxin-producing E.\u2064 coli (STEC) in their product. Talk about \u2062a close call!<\/p>\n<div class=\"shortcode\">\n<div class=\"border-comp-divider mb-4 mr-4 w-full max-w-[500px] border px-5 py-4 text-[16px] leading-[20px] text-[#262626] md:float-left\" id=\"in_article_related_stories\">\n<h2 class=\"mb-3 font-sans text-[16px] font-semibold uppercase leading-[19px] text-[#2F2F2F]\">Related Stories<\/h2>\n<div class=\"mb-4 flex gap-2\">\n<div class=\"grow\">\n<div class=\"mb-1 line-clamp-2\">\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.theepochtimes.com\/world\/number-of-e-coli-cases-continues-to-rise-but-fewer-patients-with-serious-illness-5491498?ea_src=author_manual&#038;ea_med=related_stories\"><\/p>\n<h3>Number\u200b of E. 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These products were distributed in Georgia, Michigan, and Ohio. So, \u200dif you&#8217;re in these areas, be extra cautious!<\/p>\n<p>How can you identify the recalled beef products? Well, they have the establishment number 18076 on their USDA\u2064 inspection\u200c marks. Keep an eye out for that!<\/p>\n<p>While there haven&#8217;t been any confirmed reports of reactions related to consuming these products, authorities strongly advise distributors not to sell them. Consumers are urged to either dispose of the beef or return it to the\u200d store. Safety first!<\/p>\n<p>Now, let&#8217;s talk about E. coli. This bacteria \u2064has caused numerous foodborne outbreaks in\u200d the past and is commonly \u2063found in the environment, as well as in\u200b the intestines of humans and animals. Most strains are\u2062 harmless, but \u200cthe\u2062 strain discovered in this case,\u2063 STEC 0103, can lead to unpleasant symptoms like diarrhea and vomiting, as reported by the Centers for\u2063 Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).<\/p>\n<p>Don&#8217;t worry too much, though. For most people, the infection will pass within a week, with only a slight fever. However, children, the elderly, and those with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/cdc-advisers-to-discuss-covid-booster-shots-for-those-with-weakened-immune-systems\/\" title=\"CDC advisers to discuss COVID booster shots for those with weakened immune systems\">weakened immune systems<\/a> are at a higher risk. In severe cases, \u200cthey \u2063may even develop hemolytic uremic syndrome, a type of kidney failure. Look out for symptoms like bruising, pallor,\u200d and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/a-cup-of-coffee-a-day-can-prevent-kidney-stones-if-you-drink-it-correctly\/\" title=\"A Cup of Coffee a Day Can Prevent Kidney Stones, If You Drink It Correctly\">decreased urine output<\/a>, as advised by FSIS.<\/p>\n<h2>Foodborne Illness<\/h2>\n<p>Did\u200c you know that foodborne diseases affect a staggering number of Americans\u200d every year? The CDC estimates that nearly 48 million people fall ill due to foodborne illnesses\u200c annually, and sadly, around 3,000 of them lose\u200b their lives.\u2063 It&#8217;s a serious matter!<\/p>\n<p>STEC is responsible for approximately 2,138 hospitalizations in the United States each \u2063year. It ranks among the top five pathogens causing foodborne hospitalizations, along with norovirus, Salmonella,\u200b Campylobacter, and Toxoplasma\u200d gondii. Stay vigilant!<\/p>\n<p>The Epoch Times reached out to American Foods Group for their comments on the matter. Let&#8217;s hope \u2062they provide some valuable insights.<\/p>\n<p>This isn&#8217;t the first\u2064 time we&#8217;ve seen a food\u2063 recall this year. Just \u200clast month, Conagra Brands had to recall over 245,000\u200d pounds \u200cof Banquet brand frozen chicken strip meals due to plastic contamination. It&#8217;s always better to be safe than sorry!<\/p>\n<p>Earlier this year, Conagra Brands also had \u200bto recall nearly 2.6 million pounds of \u2062canned Vienna sausages and chicken products due to concerns\u2064 about contamination resulting from packaging defects. It&#8217;s crucial to maintain strict quality control!<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h2> How \u2064is the \u2064FSIS responding to the E. coli outbreak from ground beef products?<\/h2>\n<p><span>  \u2063Dangerous bacteria is commonly found\u200d in the intestines of animals and humans. While most strains of E.\u200c coli are harmless, there \u2064are certain types, such as \u2063STEC, that can cause severe illness. Symptoms of E.coli infection \u200binclude \u200babdominal cramps, \u2063diarrhea \u200b(often bloody), and vomiting. In severe cases, it can lead to kidney failure\u2062 and even death. Not something \u200bto be taken lightly.<\/p>\n<p>It is\u200b uncertain how the ground beef products became contaminated, but the\u200d FSIS is conducting further\u2064 investigations to determine the source of\u2063 the E. coli outbreak. In the meantime, they are working closely with \u200cGreen Bay Dressed\u200d Beef LLC to ensure that proper\u200d measures are taken to prevent future \u2064contamination incidents.<\/p>\n<p>This recall serves as an important reminder \u200dof the crucial\u200b role played by food safety\u200d regulations and inspections. It\u200d reinforces \u2063the significance of thorough testing\u200d and \u2064quality control to prevent the distribution\u200c of potentially harmful products.\u2063 The \u2062FSIS is committed to\u2063 safeguarding the public from foodborne illnesses and is working\u200c diligently to address this issue.<\/p>\n<p>If you believe you may have consumed \u2063any of the recalled ground beef products and are experiencing symptoms of E. coli infection, \u2062it is\u200b advised to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/do-this-monthly-and-you-may-slash-your-cancer-risk\/\" title=\"Do This Monthly and You May Slash Your Cancer Risk\">seek medical attention immediately<\/a>. Prompt diagnosis and treatment\u2064 can make a \u2062significant difference in \u200dthe outcome of this illness.<\/p>\n<p>In conclusion, food\u2064 safety is a vital concern for everyone. The recent recall of \u200b58,000 pounds of\u200d ground \u2062beef due to potential\u2062 E. coli \u2064contamination \u200cserves as a reminder of the importance of food regulations, testing, and quality control.\u200d It is essential for both\u2063 distributors and consumers to \u2062take necessary\u200d precautions to ensure their \u2063safety and well-being. \u200dLet&#8217;s stay informed and vigilant when it \u2063comes to the food we consume. Stay safe, everyone!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>is responsible for the recalled ground beef products, has urged consumers to check their freezers for the affected items. The products were distributed nationwide and have establishment number &#8220;EST. 18657B&#8221; printed on the packaging. 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