Atlanta, Georgia – The Food and Drug Administration has expanded a recall of frozen cookie dough potentially contaminated with salmonella. This announcement was made on June 6, affecting various well-known brands including Costco Chocolate Chunk Frozen Cookie Dough and Panera Chocolate Chipper Cookies.
A total of 29,019 cases of the possibly contaminated products are subject to the recall. These products were distributed across multiple states, including California, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Florida, among others. The affected items were sold at popular retailers such as Sam’s Club and were also available at Costco locations.
The recall, initially announced on May 2, was further expanded in June and categorized by the FDA as a “Class II recall.” This classification signifies a situation in which exposure to the violative product could potentially cause temporary or reversible adverse health consequences.
Salmonella is a bacterium commonly found in the intestinal tracts of animals, with salmonellosis occurring when individuals consume contaminated food or water. Symptoms of salmonellosis typically include diarrhea, fever, and abdominal cramps within 8 to 72 hours of exposure.
Individuals who have purchased any of the recalled cookie dough products are strongly advised to dispose of them or return them to the store of purchase immediately. Consumption of these products should be avoided to prevent any potential health risks associated with salmonella contamination.
It’s important to note that while most healthy individuals can recover from salmonella within a few days to a week, there is an increased risk of complications such as dehydration or the spread of infection beyond the gastrointestinal tract. Therefore, swift action is essential in response to such recalls to ensure consumer safety and well-being.