The FDA has overseen multiple product recalls this July thus far, including mystery infections linked to 58 illnesses, listeria, salmonella, plastic contamination, and more prompting the recall of various products.
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As of July 8, 2024, a total of 58 illnesses have been reported across 27 states. Among those affected, 50 individuals sought medical care, 30 were hospitalized, and one potentially associated death is under investigation. All flavors of Diamond Shruumz-brand products have been recalled, the products were previously sold online and at various retail locations, including smoke/vape shops and retailers selling hemp-derived products.
States reporting cases include Alabama, Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maryland, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, and one case from an unknown state.
Affected individuals reported severe symptoms, including seizures, central nervous system depression (such as loss of consciousness and confusion), agitation, abnormal heart rates, nausea, and vomiting.
Consumers are advised not to eat, sell, or serve Diamond Shruumz-brand products. Retailers should cease selling or distributing these items and contact the recalling company to initiate returns and refunds. This advisory is ongoing and will be updated as more information becomes available.1
July 1, 2024, Viva Raw LLC of Hillsborough is voluntarily recalling several pet food products, including Viva Turkey for Dogs Ground, Viva Turkey for Dogs Chunked, Viva Turkey for Cats, etc all manufactured under Lot 21244. These products are contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, posing a potential health risk to pets and humans. Pets infected with Listeria may show symptoms like diarrhea, anorexia, and fever, or may remain asymptomatic carriers, posing a risk to household members. If a pet exhibits signs of infection after consuming the recalled products, owners are advised to contact their veterinarian.
The recalled products were distributed directly to consumers across all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Only products from Lot 21244 are affected, and Viva Raw is notifying customers who received any Turkey or Beef & Turkey for Puppies products between May 16 and June 28, 2024. No illnesses related to this lot have been reported to date.2
July 1, 2024, Urban River Spirits is voluntarily recalling its non-alcoholic drink mixes due to production in an unlicensed and uninspected facility, which raises potential safety concerns. As of now, there have been no reports of illnesses related to these products. Customers who purchased these drink mixes on or before July 2, 2024, are urged to return the products for a full refund or dispose the product.3
July 2, 2024, Reser’s Fine Foods is voluntarily recalling Hill Country Fare Mustard Potato Salad, packaged in 48 oz containers with a Use by Date of July 26, 2024, due to the potential presence of hard plastic pieces. Fortunately, no injuries have been reported. The affected product was produced at a regional facility and distributed exclusively to H-E-B and Joe V’s Smart Shop locations in Texas. All impacted products have been removed from store shelves. Consumers who purchased this item are advised to return it to the store for a full refund or dispose of it immediately.4
July 12, 2024, AB World Foods US, Inc, based in Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois, is voluntarily recalling Al’Fez Natural Tahini packaged in 5.6 oz glass jars due to potential Salmonella contamination. This organism can cause serious symptoms and infections, particularly in young children, the elderly, and individuals with weakened immune systems. There have been no reported illnesses associated with the recalled product so far.
The recalled tahini was sold in stores starting May 26, 2023. The affected jars have the UPC 711464506778 and a “BEST BEFORE” date of July 11, 2024, or later. The specific lot numbers being recalled are “3031,” “3080,” “3270,” and “3297,” with “BEST BEFORE” dates of July 31, 2024, Sep 9, 2024, March 27, 2025, and April 4, 2025. You can find the lot codes on the back of the jars. Consumers should stop using the affected tahini and return it to the store for a full refund.5
