{"id":2107362,"date":"2023-11-24T20:05:02","date_gmt":"2023-11-25T01:05:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/three-more-brands-named-in-growing-recall-fda-announces-number-of-sickened-consumers-has-doubled\/"},"modified":"2023-11-24T20:08:38","modified_gmt":"2023-11-25T01:08:38","slug":"three-more-brands-named-in-growing-recall-fda-announces-number-of-sickened-consumers-has-doubled","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/three-more-brands-named-in-growing-recall-fda-announces-number-of-sickened-consumers-has-doubled\/","title":{"rendered":"FDA doubles number of sickened consumers, adds three more brands to recall"},"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\">24<\/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%2Fthree-more-brands-named-in-growing-recall-fda-announces-number-of-sickened-consumers-has-doubled%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=2107362&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--><h2>Salmonella Outbreak: More Cantaloupes Recalled as Cases Double<\/h2>\n<p>The salmonella outbreak in the United\u2063 States has\u200b taken\u2062 a dangerous turn,\u200b with the\u2062 number of people affected more than doubling \u2063in just one week. Health \u2064officials have now issued a recall for three additional brands of whole and cut cantaloupes.<\/p>\n<p>According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention,\u2064 nearly 100 people across 32 states\u2063 have fallen \u200dill after\u200b consuming the contaminated fruits. The states with the highest \u200bnumber of cases are \u200bArizona, Missouri, Minnesota, Wisconsin, \u2062and\u200d Ohio.<\/p>\n<p>Tragically, \u200dtwo individuals in Minnesota have lost their lives due to the infections, and 45 people have been hospitalized nationwide.<\/p>\n<p>The original recall \u2064by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration included Malichita brand whole cantaloupes, Vinyard brand\u2062 cut cantaloupes, and Aldi whole cantaloupes and cut \u200cfruit products. However,\u200b the list has now \u2062expanded to include Rudy \u2062brand whole cantaloupes\u200b and Freshness Guaranteed brand and RaceTrac brand \u2062cut cantaloupes.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"en\">SALMONELLA OUTBREAK UPDATE: 99 people sick\u2063 in 32 states, \u2063including 45 \u2062hospitalized and 2 deaths. More whole and pre-cut cantaloupe have been recalled. Throw them away or return them: <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/uPp1P2UcD9\">https:\/\/t.co\/uPp1P2UcD9<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/GGTPcWLvBn\">pic.twitter.com\/GGTPcWLvBn<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014\u200d CDC (@CDCgov) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/CDCgov\/status\/1728166624824328650?\">November 24, \u20642023<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>Health officials are urging anyone who\u200c purchased the recalled cantaloupes \u2064to immediately \u2064dispose of them and thoroughly clean any surfaces that came into contact with the contaminated fruits. This can\u200b be done by \u200dusing hot, soapy water or a dishwasher.<\/p>\n<p>Salmonella infection typically \u200bmanifests as diarrhea, fever, and \u2062stomach cramps within six hours to \u2064six \u200cdays after consuming contaminated food. The illness usually lasts for four to seven \u2062days.<\/p>\n<p>It is\u2064 important to note that\u2063 vulnerable individuals, such as children,\u2064 the \u2064elderly, 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>, may experience severe illnesses that require medical\u200d attention or hospitalization.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-style: italic\">The Western Journal\u200d has reviewed \u2064this Associated Press story\u200b and may have altered it prior to publication to ensure\u2064 that it meets \u200dour editorial standards.<\/p>\n<p>The post <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.westernjournal.com\/three-brands-named-growing-recall-fda-announces-number-sickened-consumers-doubled\/\">Three More \u2062Brands Named in Growing Recall, \u2062FDA Announces Number of Sickened Consumers Has Doubled<\/a> appeared first\u200d on <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.westernjournal.com\">The Western Journal<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h2> What \u2064are the \u2063symptoms of salmonella food poisoning?<\/h2>\n<p><span>  Le cantaloupes \u2064shipped from Culebra, \u2062Mexico. However, further investigations have revealed that other brands \u200cmay\u200c also be contaminated. The three additional \u2062brands being recalled are Elba, Athena, \u200band Sol Real. These \u200ccantaloupes were distributed to various states across the\u2063 country, increasing the risk of more people becoming sick.<\/p>\n<p>Salmonella is a \u2063type of bacteria that causes food \u200dpoisoning. Symptoms include diarrhea, abdominal pain, fever, and vomiting. While most people recover without any complications, certain individuals, including the elderly, \u2062young children,\u200c and those with weakened immune systems, are at a higher risk of developing severe illness.<\/p>\n<p>Health officials are \u200burging the public to check their refrigerators and throw\u2062 away any cantaloupes from\u2062 the affected brands. If you are unsure about the origin of your cantaloupes, \u2063it \u2064is recommended to dispose \u2064of them as a precautionary measure. Additionally, \u200bthose who have consumed these cantaloupes and are experiencing symptoms \u2062should <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/kenya-airways-will-stop-flying-lab-monkeys-after-philadelphia-accident\/\" title=\"Kenya Airways Will Stop Flying Lab Monkeys After Philadelphia Accident\">seek medical attention<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>The FDA and CDC are working closely with state and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/four-million-people-have-received-one-of-the-new-covid-19-vaccines-cdc\/\" title=\"CDC: 4M People Get New COVID-19 Vaccines\">local\u2062 health departments<\/a> to investigate the source of the contamination. The\u200c exact cause of the\u2063 salmonella outbreak\u200b is still under investigation. However, preliminary \u200dfindings suggest that the contamination may have \u2064occurred during the growing, packing, or distribution processes.<\/p>\n<p>It is\u200b crucial for consumers\u200b to be aware of food recalls and to\u2064 follow instructions given by health officials. These recalls are \u200bin place to protect the public from potential health risks. By promptly disposing of contaminated products, individuals can help prevent\u2063 further spread of the infection.<\/p>\n<p>In the meantime, consumers are encouraged to practice safe food handling techniques. Wash your hands thoroughly before handling \u200dfruits\u200c and vegetables, and ensure that cutting boards and utensils used for these products are properly\u2062 cleaned. It is also recommended to refrigerate cut fruits and vegetables at temperatures below 40\u00b0F (4\u00b0C) to slow bacterial growth.<\/p>\n<p>As the number of cases\u200c continues to rise, it is important for \u200beveryone to\u200c stay\u2063 informed about the \u2064latest updates on this \u2062salmonella\u2064 outbreak. By \u2062following the guidelines provided \u200bby health officials and practicing \u200dgood \u2063hygiene, we can mitigate \u2064the spread of the infection and protect our communities.<\/p>\n<p>If you believe you have\u2064 purchased any of the recalled cantaloupes or are experiencing symptoms of salmonella poisoning, contact your healthcare provider or local health department for \u200bfurther\u200d guidance. Together, we can overcome this outbreak and ensure the safety of our food supply.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>U.S. health officials have recalled three additional brands of cantaloupes due to salmonella contamination. The number of people affected has more than doubled this week, with nearly 100 cases reported in 32 states. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have identified Arizona, Missouri, Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Ohio as the affected states<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":136,"featured_media":2107363,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_mo_disable_npp":"","fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/cndimages.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com\/breaking-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_2758-scaled-1.jpg","fifu_image_alt":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[548],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2107362","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-conservative-news-daily"],"fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/cndimages.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com\/breaking-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_2758-scaled-1.jpg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2107362","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/136"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2107362"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2107362\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2107363"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2107362"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2107362"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2107362"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}