Update on the outbreak investigation of Hepatitis A in strawberries (May 2022)

The FDA reported that the contaminated strawberries were imported from Baja California (Northern Mexico), branded FreshKampo and HEB by their supplier. They were purchased between March 5, 2022, and April 15, 2022, and are all past their expiry. As of June 7, 2022, the CDC reported one additional case related to the outbreak. This outbreak includes a total of 18 illnesses and 13 hospitalizations. Most cases (16) are in California, with one in MN and one in ND. @ https://www.fda.gov/food/outbreaks-foodborne-illness/outbreak-investigation-hepatitis-virus-strawberries-may-2022?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery

 Outbreak Investigation of Hepatitis A Virus: Strawberries (May 2022)
Outbreak Investigation of Hepatitis A Virus: Strawberries (May 2022)

Do not eat, serve, or sell imported FreshKampo or HEB brand organic strawberries purchased between 3/5/2022 – 4/15/2022. FDA’s investigation is ongoing.

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