Frozen berries sold at Walmart recalled in E. coli outbreak. See list

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1. 5d ago

   FDA expands Walmart frozen berry recall amid E. coli outbreak

   The FDA expanded a recall of Great Value Frozen Organic Triple Berry Blend sold at Walmart across 16 states, including Florida, Illinois, and Michigan. The action follows an active E. coli outbreak that has caused illnesses in the southeast. Health officials warn that the contaminated fruit poses a risk of severe illness. Consumers should check their freezers and avoid eating the affected product to prevent infection.

   Why it matters

   This recall follows an initial action taken in July. The current expansion links the Walmart product to an outbreak previously associated with Publix.

   What is confirmed

   • The FDA recalled Great Value Frozen Organic Triple Berry Blend sold at Walmart.
   • The recall covers 16 states, including Florida, Illinois, and Michigan.
   • The product recall stems from potential E. coli contamination.
   • The outbreak is linked to an active case causing illnesses in the southeast.

   Still unconfirmed

   • GreenWise frozen berries are also part of the recall.

   What to watch next

   • Confirmation of additional brands or retailers involved in the recall
   • Updated illness counts from health officials
   • FDA reports on the specific source of the E. coli contamination
   Sources used for this update (4)

   1. www.today.com — Frozen Berries Sold at Walmart Recalled for Possible E. Coli Contamination
   2. www.yahoo.com — FDA issues recall for popular frozen berry mix sold at Walmart
   3. www.gastroenterologyadvisor.com — Frozen Triple Berry Blend Recalled in 16 States Due to Potential E coli
   4. www.wpxi.com — Recall alert: Great Value, GreenWise frozen berries recalled
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2. 11d ago

   FDA expands E. coli recall of Walmart frozen berries to 16 states

   The FDA has expanded a recall of frozen berries sold at Walmart due to potential E. coli contamination. The recall now includes Great Value Frozen Organic Triple Berry Blend sold across 16 states, including Florida, Illinois, and Michigan. This action follows an initial recall issued in July. Health officials are warning customers to check their products as the outbreak has already caused illnesses in the southeast. Consumers should avoid eating the affected fruit to prevent infection.

   Why it matters

   E. coli contamination in frozen produce can lead to severe gastrointestinal illness. This recall is part of a larger effort to contain an outbreak linked to frozen blueberries. Federal health officials are tracking the spread of the bacteria through retail distribution channels.

   What is confirmed

   • The FDA announced a recall of frozen berries sold at Walmart due to potential E. coli contamination.
   • The recall affects products sold in 16 states, including Florida, Illinois, and Michigan.
   • The recalled product includes Great Value Frozen Organic Triple Berry Blend.
   • This recall is an expansion of a previous action issued in July.

   Still unconfirmed

   • The E. coli outbreak has caused 17 illnesses and 6 hospitalizations in Florida and Georgia.

   What to watch next

   • FDA announcement of additional affected product batches
   • Official confirmation of total illness counts from the CDC
   • Identification of the specific source of the contamination
   Sources used for this update (8)

   1. Allrecipes — FDA Announces Recall of Berries Sold in 16 States for Potential E. Coli Contamination
   2. FOX 8 News — Frozen fruit sold at Walmart recalled over risk of E. coli: FDA
   3. USA Today — Frozen berries sold at Walmart recalled in E. coli outbreak. See list
   4. 10tv.com — Frozen berry recall expands to include bags sold at Walmart
   5. Yahoo — Berry recall map shows new warning in 16 states for Walmart customers
   6. Marler Blog — Frozen Blueberry E. coli Outbreak Update: 17 Sick, 6 Hospitalized in Florida and Georgia as Recall Expands to Walmart Great Value Triple Berry Blend
   7. abc7chicago.com — Frozen berries sold at Walmart recalled due to possible E. coli contamination: FDA
   8. www.yahoo.com — Walmart berry recall expands over E. coli contamination risk
   confidence 90%