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Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Fresh Basil Sold at Trader Joe's Stores
Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Fresh Basil Sold at Trader Joe's Stores
Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Fresh Basil Sold at Trader Joe's Stores

Published on: 04/19/2024

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FLORHAM PARK, NJ - Fresh basil sold at Trader Joe's stores have been linked to a Salmonella outbreak. Infinite Herbs Organic Basil with UPC 818042021477, has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, stated Trader Joe's.

The recalled products were sold at Trader Joe's stores in 29 states including New Jersey and Washington, D.C . Seven people were sickened from the purchase or likely purchase of the recalled products.

The product has been pulled from all stores and is no longer available for purchase, announced the CDC.

What you should do, according to the CDC:

Do not eat any contaminated basil. Check your home for contaminated basil listed above. Throw it away or return it to Trader Joe’s.

Wash items and surfaces that may have touched the basil using hot soapy water or a dishwasher.

Call your healthcare provider if you have any of these severe Salmonella symptoms:

  • Diarrhea and a fever higher than 102°F
  • Diarrhea for more than 3 days that is not improving
  • Bloody diarrhea
  • So much vomiting that you cannot keep liquids down
  • Signs of dehydration, such as:
    • Not peeing much
    • Dry mouth and throat
    • Feeling dizzy when standing up

If you purchased the product  between February 1, 2024 and April 6, 2024, consumers are asked to discard it or return it to any Trader Joe’s for a full refund.

Author : TAPinto Morristown Staff

Source Url : https://www.tapinto.net/towns/morristown/sections/health-and-wellness/articles/salmonella-outbreak-linked-to-fresh-basil-sold-at-trader-joe-s-stores

News Source : https://www.tapinto.net/towns/morristown/sections/health-and-wellness/articles/salmonella-outbreak-linked-to-fresh-basil-sold-at-trader-joe-s-stores

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