A recent E.coli outbreak linked to organic carrots has affected 39 people in 18 US states, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported Sunday. At least one death and 15 hospitalizations have been confirmed in the outbreak tied to products supplied by California-based Grimmway Farms.
The contaminated carrots were sold under brand names such as Nature’s Promise, Wegmans, and Trader Joe’s. The CDC warned that the actual number of cases could be significantly higher. "Many people recover without medical care or testing, and recent illnesses may still be under investigation," the agency explained.
On Saturday, Grimmway Farms issued a recall for organic whole and baby carrots sold between August 13 and October 23. The CDC emphasized that while current store supplies are likely unaffected, consumers should check their homes for recalled products. "If you have any recalled carrots, throw them out or return them to the store," the CDC advised.
This incident follows another E. coli outbreak last month, linked to slivered onions on McDonald’s Quarter Pounders, which resulted in 104 cases, 34 hospitalizations, and one death across 14 states. E.
coli is a bacterium found in the environment, food, water, and the intestines of humans and animals. While most strains are harmless, certain types can cause severe illness. According to the CDC, harmful E.
coli strains can lead to diarrhoea, urinary tract infections, pneumonia, sepsis, kidney failure, or even death. Who Is.