Organic Marketside Zucchini Recalled due to Salmonella
World Variety Produce, Inc. announced a recall of certain frozen zucchini products due to potential Salmonella contamination. The recalled Organic Marketside Zucchini products were sold in select Walmart stores in the following states: Arizona, Arkansas, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, and Wisconsin.
Organic Marketside Zucchini tested positive for Salmonella in the course of routine FDA sampling and testing. These tests resulted in the current recall.
The recalled zucchini was sold in two-count packs and were packaged in clear overwrap trays. To determine whether your zucchini is part of the recall, look for UPC code 6-81131-22105-4 and Case Lot Number 38706503. If these details match the produce you purchased, the company urges you to destroy and dispose of the product.
About Salmonella Infection
Common symptoms resulting from infection with Salmonella bacteria include diarrhea (which may be bloody), stomach cramps, and fever, which begin anywhere from six hours to six days after ingestion. On average, symptoms last four to seven days. Additional common symptoms include nausea, vomiting, and headaches.
People acquire Salmonella by eating food or drinking water contaminated with the bacteria, or touching infected animals and failing to wash their hands afterwards. Outbreaks of Salmonella have been tied to contaminated vegetables, such as bean sprouts, as well as to contaminated poultry, beef, and eggs.
The CDC recommends contacting a doctor in certain situations. First, diarrhea and a fever higher than 102 degrees requires medical attention. You should also seek medical attention for diarrhea lasting more than 3 days that is not improving. Bloody stools also require prompt medical attention. This is also true in the case of continued vomiting that keeps you from keeping liquids down. Finally, you should call your doctor if you have signs of dehydration. These include making very little urine (peeing infrequently), dry mouth and throat, and dizziness when standing up.