Alfalfa Sprout Health Recall
FDA Recalls Alfalfa Sprouts After Illness Outbreak Spreads Across 15 States
Recalled alfalfa sprouts have sickened 55 people across 15 states in a multistate outbreak, according to FDA and CDC investigations. The contamination stems from multiple strains of Shiga toxin-producing E. Coli (STEC) and one strain of Salmonella Agona. The outbreak period ran from May 31 through August 8, affecting consumers who purchased products sold under the Calco and Everything Sprouts brands.
Everything Sprouts, LLC, of Minneapolis distributed the contaminated sprouts in individual 5-ounce plastic containers and as ingredients in Everything Sprout Crunchy Protein Sprout Mix cups, according to KSBW. The FDA is still investigating whether additional distribution occurred beyond what has been identified so far.
E. Coli and Salmonella Found in Sprout Products
The outbreak involves dangerous pathogens that cause serious illness. KCRA reports that the FDA is investigating E. coli and salmonella contamination across the entire product line. Shiga toxin-producing E. Coli can cause severe diarrhea, kidney damage, and life-threatening complications. Salmonella Agona causes fever, diarrhea, and abdominal cramps that typically last a week.
Outbreak Spread Across 15 States Since Late May
The sickness cases began appearing in late May and continued through early August. Fifty-five people in 15 different states fell ill during this three-month period, according to 4029tv. Health officials worked to track down the source and identify all affected consumers. The exact number of states involved shows how widely distributed the contaminated sprouts became.
FDA Investigating Further Distribution and Recall Scope
Federal investigators are still working to understand the full extent of the outbreak, according to KMBC. The FDA wants to know if the contaminated sprouts reached other stores or suppliers beyond the ones already identified. Everything Sprouts, LLC faces scrutiny over how the contamination happened and whether safety practices failed. Consumers who bought these products should throw them away immediately and watch for illness symptoms.
What Consumers Should Know About Affected Products
Look for sprouts sold under the Calco and Everything Sprouts brand names in 5-ounce containers, according to WLKY. The Everything Sprout Crunchy Protein Sprout Mix also contains the recalled ingredient. If you have these products at home, do not eat them. Contact a doctor if you develop diarrhea, fever, or abdominal pain after eating sprouts.
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