Recently, the State of New York Department of Agriculture conducted a routine inspection at MY-A & Co. of Cheverly, MD in which it was found that 3.5 oz. jars of ground black pepper had Salmonella present. There are no product codes present on the jars, which were distributed to retail stores in 11 states including Georgia, Florida, Illinois, North Carolina, New York, Maine, Massachusetts, Maryland, Ohio, Texas and Virginia.
Fortunately, no illnesses have been reported in relation to this product to date, and consumers who have purchased this product are asked to return the product to the store where they purchased it for a full refund.
The full name on this product is Ground Black Pepper Double Golden Fish, which is sold in plastic jars. Consumers who have questions are asked to call Jessica Moynihan at (301) 322-1237.
So far, officials do not believe that this contamination is related to other black and red pepper recalls linked to a nationwide outbreak of Salmonella Montevideo food poisoning.
Healthy people who become infected with Salmonella usually experience only mild symptoms such as fever, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain and diarrhea, which may be bloody. In rare instances, such as in people at higher risk of developing complications, the organism may get in to the bloodstream which could produce a more serious illness. Arterial infections like infected aneurysms, arthritis or endocarditis may result. Individuals most at risk for developing complications include young children, the elderly and those with a weakened immune system.
If you have become ill after consuming foods that are possibly tainted with Salmonella, consult your doctor, especially if you belong to any group at a high risk of serious complications.
You may be eligible for compensation of costs associated with your illness. Contact a reputable New York food poisoning or personal injury attorney to discuss any rights or monetary compensation you may be entitled to.
