Salmonella Food Poisoning Symptoms & Treatment

Trader Joe’s has received notice from their supplier that Trader Joe’s Chocolate Chip Chewy Coated Granola Bars may be tainted with Salmonella food poisoning.  The stores have removed all of these products from their shelves and destroyed them.  Trader Joe’s announced this recall on its website, where it was not specified what type of food-borne illness was suspected.  It was later announced by the Associated Press that salmonella contamination was feared.

The granola bars in question are manufactured by Bloomfield Bakery, and sold under the Trader Joe’s brand name.  Any consumers who have purchased the product with Use by Dates and Lot Codes 17JUL10H1 and 16JUL10H2 are urged to return them to Trader Joe’s in for a full refund, whether packages are full or empty.

The stores have destroyed the products as an extra precautionary measure, and reports that so far no reports of illness have come in related to this product.

Salmonella is a foodborne illness that can cause serious complications in certain people, such as individuals with a weakened immune system or young children.  Trader Joe’s felt it necessary to destroy the product to avoid any possibility of further problems.  Any consumers with these granola bars in their homes should not eat them and throw them away if not returned to the stores.

Trader Joe’s urges consumers to return the product to the Bridgeport Way location in University Place, WA or the S. 320th Street locations in Federal Way, WA between the hours of 8:00 am and 9:00 pm.

Salmonella food poisoning infection can easily spread when individuals who are ill fail to take precautionary measures prevention of spreading the illness.  Anyone who is sick should wash hands thoroughly after visiting the toilet, and avoid preparing foods for other family members while still contagious.

While most individuals do not become seriously ill with salmonella infection, it can be life threatening in some individuals.  Anyone experiencing Salmonella symptoms such as nausea, abdominal cramps, vomiting and diarrhea after eating the granola bars should seek medical attention to determine whether they need treatment.

Manufacturers of salmonella tainted foods may be held responsible for illness caused by the contaminated foods.  If you have become ill after eating salmonella tainted foods prepared in a restaurant or other public place or purchased at the store, seek advice from a reputable New York food poisoning attorney.

Trader Joe’s has received notice from their supplier that Trader Joe’s Chocolate Chip Chewy Coated Granola Bars may be tainted with Salmonella food poisoning.  The stores have removed all of these products from their shelves and destroyed them.  Trader Joe’s announced this recall on its website, where it was not specified what type of food-borne illness was suspected.  It was later announced by the Associated Press that salmonella food poisoning contamination was feared.

The granola bars in question are manufactured by Bloomfield Bakery, and sold under the Trader Joe’s brand name.  Any consumers who have purchased the product with Use by Dates and Lot Codes 17JUL10H1 and 16JUL10H2 are urged to return them to Trader Joe’s in for a full refund, whether packages are full or empty.

The stores have destroyed the products as an extra precautionary measure, and reports that so far no reports of illness have come in related to this product.

Salmonella is a foodborne illness that can cause serious complications in certain people, such as individuals with a weakened immune system or young children.  Trader Joe’s felt it necessary to destroy the product to avoid any possibility of further problems.  Any consumers with these granola bars in their homes should not eat them and throw them away if not returned to the stores.

Trader Joe’s urges consumers to return the product to the Bridgeport Way location in University Place, WA or the S. 320th Street locations in Federal Way, WA between the hours of 8:00 am and 9:00 pm.

Salmonella infection can easily spread when individuals who are ill fail to take precautionary measures to prevention of spreading the illness.  Anyone who is sick should wash hands thoroughly after visiting the toilet, and avoid preparing foods for other family members while still contagious.

While most individuals do not become seriously ill with salmonella infection, it can be life threatening in some individuals.  Anyone experiencing Salmonella symptoms such as nausea, abdominal cramps, vomiting and diarrhea after eating the granola bars should seek medical attention.

Manufacturers of salmonella tainted foods may be held responsible for illness caused by the contaminated foods.  If you have become ill after eating salmonella tainted foods prepared in a restaurant or other public place or purchased at the store, seek advice from a reputable New York food poisoning attorney.

NSW Primary Industries Minister Steve Whan warns consumers, restaurants, cafes and others to be aware of the health risks that may be associated with eating foods containing raw egg products.  Recently, over 130 people became ill and suffered food poisoning symptoms after eating foods from a food retailer in Albury (Australia), and an outbreak of Salmonella food poisoning infection was confirmed.

NSW Food Authority officers confirmed that an aioli product that was made with raw eggs at the retailer tested positive for Salmonella after investigating the retailer.  While eggs are a healthy part of any diet, individuals must be aware of how to prepare them safely, especially when it comes to raw eggs.

Some tips safely purchasing and eating eggs include:

*  Buy eggs that have no cracks and look clean

*  Foods that contain eggs should be cooked until hot all the way through

*  Check use by dates before purchasing eggs

*  Foods that contain raw eggs should never be served to pregnant women, children under two years old, and people who are over 65.  Anyone with a serious illness should not eat foods containing raw eggs

*  Keep eggs refrigerated in their original carton

*  Clean utensils and any other kitchen equipment thoroughly after contact with raw eggs

Taking proper precautions when preparing foods is necessary to prevention of Salmonella food poisoning.  All individuals responsible for preparing or manufacturing foods should take special care to wash hands thoroughly and often, especially after visiting the toilet.  All surfaces, utensils and other equipment used in the preparation of foods should be sanitized often as well.

Salmonella food poisoning is not usually serious, although it can be in certain individuals.  Symptoms include diarrhea, abdominal cramps, nausea and vomiting.  Many people believe they simply have the stomach flu and never see a doctor.

Those who are at an elevated risks of salmonella complications from foodborne illnesses include the elderly, young children, pregnant women and anyone with a compromised immune system.  If you fall in any of these groups and develop food poisoning symptoms, see your doctor at once.

Complications from Salmonella food poisoning may include severe dehydration, meningitis, endocarditis and Reiter’s syndrome, also known as reactive arthritis, among other things.

Individuals who become infected with Salmonella after eating foods tainted foods in restaurants or purchasing foods contaminated in the manufacturing process should contact a New York food poisoning attorney at once.  You may be eligible for compensation for expenses related to your illness, such as lost wages and medical fees.

A Rhode Island based Italian-style specialty foods manufacturer, Daniele, Inc., has initiated a voluntary recall on several of the products it produces due to salmonella risk concerns.  The company is recalling these products due to the fact that eleven people became ill after eating products included in the Daniele Italian Brand Gourmet Pack.  As of Saturday, state and federal health officials were not able to confirm that the illnesses did indeed originate from the Daniele products.

David Dukcevich, VP of Sales for the company, stated that the goal of Daniele is to insure that all products meet the high quality and taste standards that the company has been providing to consumers for over 60 years. He also stated that they are conducting tests and will remove any foods that do not meet those high standards.  Rhode Island’s Department of Health inspected the facilities as recently as Friday, and all regulatory and food safety standards were being met by the company at that time.

Consumers who have purchased any of the products listed below are urged to return them to the store where they were purchased for a full refund to ensure prevention of salmonella poisoning.  If you feel you may have contracted this food-borne illness, go to the hospital for a proper salmonella diagnosis. If you are ill, the hospital will be able to determine proper salmonella treatment for your unique needs.

* Boar’s Head All Natural Salame (Coated with Coarse Black Pepper) (8 oz)
* Black Bear Baby Genoa Pepper Salame (9 oz)
* Daniele All Natural Salame (Coated with Coarse Black Pepper) (10 oz)
* Daniele Brand Gourmet Pack (Emballage Assorti Gourmet Italian)  (500g)
* Daniele Deli Selection (20 oz)
* Daniele Deli Selection (32 oz)
* Daniele Gourmet Combo Pack (16 oz)
* Daniele Gourmet Deli Selection (Assortment De Fines Charcuterie Italienne)  (400g)
* Daniele Gourmet Italian Deli Selection (600g)
* Daniele Italian Brand Gourmet Pack (16 oz)
* Daniele Italian Brand Gourmet Pack (8 oz)
* Daniele Natural Salame Coated with Coarse Black Pepper (catch weight)
* Daniele Pepper Salame  (catch weight)
* Daniele Salame Bites Pepper Salame (7 oz)
* Daniele Surtido Fino Italiano (340g)
* Daniele Surtido Fino Italiano (454g)
* Dietz & Watson Artisan Collection Baby Genoa Pepper Salame (catch weight)
* Dietz and Watson Artisan Collection Party Platter Pack (8 oz)

A large number of grocers and delicatessens carry these foods.  Food distributors or consumers who have questions about these products should call 888-345-4160.

ShopRite stores carry two of the products being recalled, the Black Bear Baby Genoa Salame (9 oz.) and Daniele Spicy Gourmet Variety Pack (8 oz.).  The store has voluntarily recalled the Salame, which is on the list of recalled foods by Daniele.  Consumers who bought either of these products between May of 2009 and January of this year are asked to return the products to ShopRite for a refund if they still have the product.

Salmonella is a bacteria that can cause a stomach flu like illness.  Symptoms usually include diarrhea, abdominal cramps, nausea, headache, muscle pains, fever and vomiting.  This is usually mild and lasts only a few days, but may lead to serious complications in those at increased risk.  Contact your doctor if you have salmonella symptoms that you believe may be related to salmonella food poisoning.

If you are ever in need of a food poisoning attorney, consider contacting the New York law firm Brown Chiari.

Fears of salmonella contamination have prompted the FDA to recall seedless watermelons that were distributed in California and Texas.  A food test was conducted that detected the presence of salmonella on the outside rind of a watermelon.  A company in Davis, California, Timco Worldwide Inc., is being asked to recall these melons which have a sticker displaying MelonUP! and UPC code 0 33383 40240 6.  Any consumers who have purchased watermelons with these stickers are asked to return them to the store where they purchased the melons for a refund.

Salmonella food poisoning is a bacteria that can cause serious illness.  Most foodborne illnesses are mild, and cause stomach flu like symptoms.  However, certain individuals can be made severely ill by food poisoning.  You should always visit a doctor to find a salmonella diagnosis and to determine whether you need salmonella treatment. Timco Worldwide stresses that as a precaution, consumers should thoroughly wash the outside rinds of any fruit, regardless of whether it has the UPC code being recalled.

Another recent salmonella scare involved french fries.  In Grand Forks, ND the Simplot plant had a scare and stopped production on one of the french fry lines, but tested further and found that salmonella was not present.  Production on that line was stopped for about a day and a half.  After advanced testing, officials determined that no bacteria was present.

Consumers should be diligent about washing the outside of fruits and vegetables thoroughly in order to ensure salmonella prevention.  If you develop symptoms, you should contact your doctor at once to insure that you are not at serious risk.  Those most at risk are young children, the elderly and those with AIDS, cancer or other diseases that may compromise the immune system.

Two complications of salmonella food poisoning are Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and Reiter’s Syndrome.  While IBS is not usually life threatening, it does cause bouts of diarrhea and constipation, and often causes chronic sufferers to require more time off of work.  Reiter’s Syndrome causes arthritic-like symptoms, which often last for months or longer and can be permanent.

Any time you have foods in your home that have been recalled, return them to the store or throw them out.  Never risk illness by eating foods that have been recalled.  If you suffer a foodborne illness, contact a reputable New York food poisoning attorney at once.  Manufacturers and distributors of foods that are contaminated may be held responsible for expenses you have incurred due to their irresponsibility.