(NEXSTAR) — Organic carrots are linked to a deadly E. coli outbreak affecting 18 states, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says. announced Sunday.
Grimmway Farms has recalled multiple sizes and brands of bagged organic baby carrots and whole carrots due to potential E. coli contamination. Carrots are no longer available over the counter, but the U.S. Food and Drug Administration warn Consumers may still have some at home.
According to the FDA, the affected carrots listed below may be contaminated with Escherichia coli (E. coli) O121:H19, which produces Shiga toxin. This bacterium can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in children, the elderly, and the elderly. Immunity is weakened.
This E. coli outbreak has reported 39 cases in 18 states. The CDC reports 15 patients were hospitalized and one person died. Deaths from this outbreak were reported in California.
The age of those who become ill varies from 1 to 75 years.
The most cases (eight as of Sunday) have been reported in Washington state. Minnesota and New York have each confirmed five cases linked to the outbreak, while California and Oregon have reported three each. Two cases were confirmed in New Jersey and South Carolina. Single cases have been confirmed in Arkansas, Colorado, Massachusetts, Michigan, Missouri, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, Virginia, and Wyoming.
of CDC memo The spread of infection could be more widespread and the number of people sickened by affected carrots could be even higher because “many people recover without seeking medical care and are not tested for E. coli.” There is sex.
Below is a list of cut and peeled organic baby carrots being recalled by Grimway Farms.
| label | bag size | Expiration date (from start date to end date) |
|---|---|---|
| 365 | 12 oz, 1 lb, 2 lb | September 11th 24 – November 2nd 24 |
| bunny love | 1 pound, 2 pounds, 3 pounds, 5 pounds | September 11th 24th – November 12th 24th |
| cal organic | 12 oz, 1 lb, 2 lb, 2 pack/2 lb | September 11th 24 – November 2nd 24 |
| compliment | 1 pound | September 14th 24th – October 24th 24th |
| full circle | 1 pound | September 14th 24th – October 24th 24th |
| Good & Gathering | 12 oz., 1 lb. | September 14th 24 – November 2nd 24 |
| green wise | 1 pound | September 11th 24 – October 26th 24th |
| Grimway Farms | 25 pound bag | September 11th 24 – October 3rd 24 |
| market side | 12 oz, 1 lb, 2 lb | September 11th 24 – November 2nd 24 |
| nature's promise | 1 pound | September 13th and 24th – October 25th and 24th |
| O-Organic | 12 oz, 1 lb, 2 lb | September 11th 24 – November 2nd 24 |
| presidential choice | 1 pound, 2 pounds | 11 September 24th – 02 November 24th |
| rally's | 1 pound | September 14th, 24th – October 23rd, 24th |
| simple truth | 1 pound, 2 pounds | September 14th 24 – November 02nd 24 |
| sprout | 1 pound, 2 pounds | September 13th 24th – November 4th 24th |
| trader joe's | 1 pound | September 13th 24th – November 4th 24th |
| wegmans | 12 oz, 1 lb, 2 lb | September 14th 24 – November 02nd 24 |
| healthy pantry | 1 pound, 2 pounds | September 16th 24 – November 7th 24 |
The list below shows recalled organic whole carrots. All were available for purchase from August 14th to October 23rd. There is no best buy date for these packages.
| label | bag size |
|---|---|
| 365 | 1 pound, 2 pounds, 5 pounds |
| bunny love | 1 lb, 2 lb, 5 lb, 10 lb, 25 lb |
| cal organic | 1 lb, 2 lb, 5 lb, 6 lb, 10 lb, 25 lb |
| compliment | 2 pounds |
| full circle | 1 pound, 2 pounds, 5 pounds |
| Good & Gathering | 2 pounds |
| green wise | 1 pound, 25 pounds |
| market side | 2 pounds |
| nature's promise | 1 pound, 5 pounds |
| O-Organic | 1 pound, 2 pounds, 5 pounds, 10 pounds |
| presidential choice | 2 pounds |
| simple truth | 1 pound, 2 pounds, 5 pounds |
| trader joe's | 1 pound |
| wegmans | 1 pound, 2 pounds, 5 pounds |
| healthy pantry | 1 pound, 2 pounds, 5 pounds |
You can see images of recalled products here.
However, the FDA notes that no one tested positive for E. coli O121:H19 in the recalled carrots. In any case, if you have any of the carrots listed above, health officials say to throw them away. It also recommends washing any items or surfaces that may have come into contact with carrots with hot, soapy water.
Symptoms of an E. coli infection usually appear within 3 to 4 days. Diarrhea may be bloody. Vomiting may also occur, according to the CDC. More serious cases can include kidney problems, which were reported during the recent E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald's, and can lead to hospitalization. However, most people recover within a few days without treatment.
If you develop any of the severe E. coli symptoms listed below, the CDC instructs you to contact your health care provider.
- Diarrhea that lasts for more than 3 days and does not improve or is bloody
- Fever greater than 102°F
- Inability to drink fluids due to vomiting
- Signs of dehydration (such as lightheadedness, inability to urinate, dry mouth and throat)
There have already been multiple recalls related to food poisoning in the United States this year. This includes widespread outbreaks Linked to Boaz Head Productsand McDonald's Quarter Pounderas well as other smaller recalls over possible Listeria contamination. Recent recalls include: Chicken products sold at Costco, Frozen waffle and pancake productsand ready-to-eat meals Sold by several major grocery chains.
