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Cantaloupe melons sold in Michigan, Missouri, Ohio, Texas, and Virginia are being recalled due to potential salmonella contamination, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The recall was initiated by Eagle Produce LLC, based in Scottsdale, Arizona, after routine testing by the State of Michigan revealed the presence of salmonella in the fruit sold at retail. The recall affects 224 cases of whole cantaloupe sold under the brand name Kandy.
Salmonella is an organism that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, the elderly, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy individuals may experience fever, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. In rare cases, the organism can get into the bloodstream and produce more severe illnesses such as arterial infections, endocarditis, and arthritis.
The cantaloupes were distributed between August 13th and 17th and sold in various retail supermarkets. They are identified with a red and white sticker with 'KANDY' across the top and a UPC number code, 4050. No other products or lot code dates are affected by this recall. So far, no illnesses have been reported due to the recalled cantaloupe.
Customers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume them and should dispose of them. For further information, consumers may contact Eagle Produce LLC at 1-800-627-8674 Monday – Friday, 9 AM – 5 PM PST. The company is cooperating with the FDA regarding this recall.