Salmonella Food Poisoning Symptoms & Treatment

A California company is recalling 37,318 lbs. of pepper products that were distributed between March 15th of this year and May 6th.  Miravalle Foods, Inc. recalled their Miravalle Chile California and Miravalle Chile Nuevo Mexico brands of peppers due to possible salmonella food poisoning contamination.  These peppers were distributed to customers in CA, CO, UT, NC, NE, ID, OR and NV.

These products were distributed to only a small group of customers through distributors, retail stores and direct delivery, and include the following:

3oz. (UPC Code: 7 12810-00301 & 7 12810-00304)
6 oz. (UPC Code: 7 12810-60001 & 7 1280-60004)
8oz. (UPC Code: 7 12810-00802 & 7 12810-00803)
16 oz. (UPC Code: 7 12810-16005 & 7 12810-16007)

The products are packaged in clear plastic under the “Miravalle Chile California & Miravalle Chile Nuevo Mexico” Brand names and in bulk 25lb. boxes.

A random sample of the products revealed the presence of salmonella following lab analysis conducted by the US Food and Drug Administration.   Miravalle Foods, Inc. is located in El Monte, California.  Consumers who have purchased any of the products involved in this recall are asked to return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.  Questions or concerns can be directed to the company at 1-626-575-7551 between the hours of 8 am and 4 pm PST Monday through Friday.

While salmonella food poisoning usually produces only mild symptoms, in some cases it can be fatal.  Symptoms include abdominal pain and fever, diarrhea, and vomiting.  Those most at risk for serious complications include children, those with a compromised immune system and the elderly.  If you have eaten any of the above products and become ill, see your doctor at once.

Those who become seriously ill after consuming foods contaminated with salmonella may have legal rights.  To discuss your situation and learn if you may be entitled to compensation for medical or other costs related to your illness, contact a New York food poisoning attorney.

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Recently, 37 individuals who had eaten at the Skokie Country Club in Glencoe Illinois were confirmed to have salmonellosis, and 8 of those individuals were hospitalized.  Now it appears that 2 of the eight remain hospitalized, and officials believe that the outbreak may affect as many as 80 or more people.

While 37 cases were initially linked to the Country Club, 50 others had reported symptoms of salmonella infection, and those have been under investigation.  The kitchen at Skokie Country Club closed voluntarily until the investigation can be completed.  Those who consumed food or drinks at the club between June 12 and 24 are urged to contact Cook County Health Department if experiencing the symptoms of salmonella food poisoning, which include diarrhea, fever and abdominal cramps.

This particular strain of salmonella, enteritidis, is commonly associated with undercooked eggs.  Some restaurants “pool” eggs, which means that crack numerous eggs and hold a dozen or more in a bucket or large bowl until ready to use, which is the perfect breeding ground for bacteria.

While the source of the salmonella contamination has yet to be determined, it looks as though improper food handling procedures may be to blame.

Those who work in food preparation areas such as that at the Skokie Country Club should take careful precautions to ensure that foods are being handled in a safe manner, and that hands are washed frequently and food preparation surfaces are kept clean and disinfected.

If you develop symptoms of salmonella food poisoning, call your doctor at once, especially if you are at higher risk of developing serious complications.  Those most at risk include the elderly, young children, and individuals with a weakened immune system.

Brown Chiari is a team of personal injury attorneys in Buffalo NY, experienced in food poisoning cases throughout the north east.

A Council Bluffs, IA company, ConAgra Foods Packaged Foods LLC, has recalled all Marie Callender’s brand Cheesy Chicken and Rice frozen meals that have been distributed across the nation due to possible salmonella food poisoning contamination.

All of these products are being recalled regardless of production date, after the CDC informed ConAgra about an investigation that involved 29 individuals across 14 states who were diagnosed with salmonella chester, 8 of these people reporting specifically eating the Cheesy Chicken and Rice.  The first report of illness occurred in April, and the last was reported on May 22.

While the specific source of the outbreak has not yet been determined, the FSIS became aware of the problem due to an investigation that is ongoing in multiple states of the salmonella serotype chester illnesses.  The FDA, Centers for Disease Control, FSIS and state health departments along with agriculture departments are all involved in this continuing investigation.  The public will be informed when further information regarding this outbreak is available.

The product being recalled is the 13-ounce packages of Marie Callender’s Cheesy Chicken & Rice White Meat Chicken and Broccoli over Rice Topped with Rich Cheddar Sauce, with a label containing establishment number “P-45″ inside the USDA mark of inspection.

These products were distributed across the nation, but as of this moment a distribution list is not available by the FSIS.  Consumers who have purchased the Marie Callender’s product are urged to dispose of it, and any questions should be directed to ConAgra Foods at 1-866-484-9610.

Salmonella food poisoning is usually accompanied by diarrhea, nausea, abdominal pain and vomiting, and lasts just a short time.  However, individuals such as the very young or elderly, and those with weakened immune systems are at risk of developing more serious complications.  See your doctor if you develop symptoms of salmonella infection.

If you or a family member have become ill after eating foods purchased at the supermarket or prepared in a dining establishment, contact a competent New York food poisoning attorney to determine if you may be eligible for compensation of expenses related to your illness.

Brown Chiari are experienced Buffalo personal injury attorneys helping individuals with food poisoning and nursing home abuse cases.