Over 90 people sickened by salmonella outbreak as company recalls pre-cut melon sold in 9 states

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Caito Foods is recalling watermelon, honeydew melon, cantaloupe and mixed fruit containing one of these melons. All items in the recall were sold in pre-cut pieces.

A U.S. food supplier has announced a voluntary recall of several products over concerns of salmonella contamination.The items included in the recall were packaged in plastic, clear clamshell containers that were sold in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, West Virginia, and Wisconsin the FDA said.

"Because it is possible that products could still be on store shelves, this recall extends to both retailers and consumers. Consumers should not consume the product and should promptly dispose of any remaining product," the FDA said. Salmonella is a bacteria that can cause fever, abdominal cramps and diarrhea. More severe cases include headaches, lethargy, aches, a rash and blood in the urine or stool. Most individuals display symptoms between 12 and 24 hours from infection.

 

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