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In collaboration with America’s Poison Centers and state and local partners, the FDA and CDC are investigating a series of illnesses associated with eating Diamond Shruumz-brand Chocolate Bars, Cones, and Gummies. As of June 10, 2024, additional Diamond Shruumz-brand products have been reported by people who became ill, including the Diamond Shruumz-brand Chocolate Bars, Cones, and Gummies. A total of 12 illnesses have been reported from eight states, including AL (1), AZ (4), IN (2), KY (1), MO (1), NV (1), PA (1), and SC (1). All 12 people have reported seeking medical care; 10 have been hospitalized. No deaths have been reported. Diamond Shruumz products can be purchased online at various retail locations nationwide, including smoke/vape shops and retail stores that sell hemp-derived products. FDA is working to determine the cause of these illnesses and is considering the appropriate next steps. Product Distribution: Nationwide @ https://www.fda.gov/food/outbreaks-foodborne-illness/investigation-illnesses-diamond-shruumz-brand-chocolate-bars-cones-gummies-june-2024?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery

The Miami Herald reported that Hydroponic baby arugula had been recalled by a Lake Worth Beach produce company after it found Salmonella in the lot that went to Publix stores and Publix’s Greenwise stores from May 31, 2024, and had June 15, 2024, sell-by date. “The potential for contamination was noted after routine testing by the company revealed the presence of salmonella in a single harvest of baby arugula,” Green Life Farms said in its FDA-posted recall notice. Green Life said it “took immediate corrective action and additional harvests remain unaffected.” The recalled lot of Green Life Farms Baby Arugula, with a sell-by date of 6/15/24, went to Publix stores on May 31 and is sold in 4-ounce plastic containers. Green Life Farms identified the potential for contamination during its routine testing. Salmonella was found in a single lot of arugula. @ 

The FSA reported that The Real Wrap Company Ltd is taking the precautionary action of recalling ready-to-eat products, including sandwiches, paninis, rolls, toasties, salads, and wraps, because of the possible presence of Listeria monocytogenes. This recall only affects products sold at retail stores in healthcare settings. @ https://www.food.gov.uk/news-alerts/alert/fsa-prin-29-2024

Food Poisoning Bulletin reported that Rise Baking Company has voluntarily initiated a recall of several of its products due to potential Salmonella contamination. The products include Costco Frozen Cookie Dough in several flavors, Panera Cookie Dough, and Rise Baking Company Cookie Dough. The FDA’s Enforcement Reports Page does not mention whether or not any illnesses have been reported. The recalling firm is Rise Baking Company, doing business as South Coast Baking of Springdale, Arkansas. The cookie dough was sold at Costco stores and other retail stores in California, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Oregon, Florida, Illinois, North Carolina, Massachusetts, Wisconsin, Colorado, Louisiana, Texas, Missouri, Minnesota, Oklahoma, New York, Michigan, Indiana, Maryland, New Jersey, and Georgia. The recalled products include Costco Chocolate Chunk Frozen Cookie Dough, Member’s Mark Chocolate Chunk, Panera Chocolate Chipper Cookie, Rise Baking Jumbo Chocolate Chunk, and Mini Chocolate Chip Cookie. You can see package sizes, dough puck sizes, and code information on the FDA website. Also recalled is Panera Oatmeal Raisin with Berries Cookie, Panera Kitchen Sink Cookie, and Rise Baking Company Cowboy Cookie.  @ https://foodpoisoningbulletin.com/2024/costco-frozen-cookie-dough-recalled-for-possible-salmonella/