Cheese Recall Update in 13 States as Highest Warning Issued Over E. Coli Fears
Summary
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued its highest-risk warning for Graziers raw milk cheese made by Sierra Nevada Cheese Company because of an E. coli outbreak. The recall covers cheese products sold in 13 states after 13 people got sick, with eight hospitalized and three developing serious kidney problems.Key Facts
- The FDA classified the recall as Class I, the most serious warning, meaning there is a high chance the cheese could cause serious health problems or death.
- The recalled cheese includes varieties like Monterey Jack, jalapeño jack, medium cheddar, and sharp cheddar.
- Products were sold in Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, New Jersey, Oregon, Texas, Washington, and Wisconsin.
- The E. coli strain involved is O26, which produces harmful toxins causing severe illness.
- 13 people in nine states have been infected; eight were hospitalized and three developed hemolytic uremic syndrome (a serious condition that can cause kidney failure).
- More than half of the sick people were children aged 5 or younger.
- The CDC linked the outbreak to Graziers raw milk cheese through interviews and genetic testing of the bacteria.
- Sierra Nevada Cheese Company announced a voluntary recall on September 28.
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