FDA Expands Frozen Blueberry Recall Due to E. Coli Outbreak Affecting Multiple States
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has expanded a recall on GreenWise Organic frozen blueberries and mixed berries due to potential contamination with Shiga toxin-producing E. coli O145:H28. This recall affects products sold in eight southeastern states, including Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia. The contamination has resulted in 12 confirmed illnesses, with four individuals requiring hospitalization. The FDA has identified specific lot codes and UPC numbers for the affected products, advising consumers to discard the berries or return them to Publix for a refund. Symptoms of E. coli infection include severe stomach cramps, diarrhea, and vomiting, and consumers experiencing these symptoms are urged to seek medical attention. 
