As the patient grows, public health officials have determined chocolate bars sold under the Diamond Shruumz brand are tainted with dangerous chemicals. At least 39 people have reported serious reactions to the chocolate bars, as well as gummies and cones. Twenty-three of them have required hospitalization. A variety of serious reactions have been reported, including respiratory failure.

Two dozen now hospitalized in outbreak traced to edibles; undisclosed chemicals found in products

— OPINION — By Brian Ronholm, Director of Food Policy for Consumer Reports, and Frank Yiannas, Former Deputy Commissioner, Food Policy & Response, FDA. Both of us have dedicated our careers to advancing food safety and protecting the public. Collectively, we’ve done so at the height of federal service, in consumer advocacy, and within the private sector. That’s why we believe we’re well qualified to provide a perspective on the need for better traceability capabilities throughout the entire food system.

Better food traceability – We can’t stop now

TIME

A woman is suing the distributor and growers of cucumbers tied to a salmonella outbreak that caused hundreds to get ill.

Companies Sued Over Cucumbers Linked to Salmonella Outbreak

Indiana State

A company selling cucumbers across three Midwest states issued a recall on Tuesday, citing a possible contamination.

Another Cucumber Recall Impacts States Across the U.S.

Wisconsin State

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A new recall is affecting a popular condiment sold in stores around the country.

Recalled Condiment Sold In Wisconsin Poses Potentially 'Serious' Risk

Louisiana State

Ohio State

CINCINNATI (WKRC) - More than 4,620 pounds of egg products that were sold in multiple states, including Ohio, were recalled. According to Cleveland.com, citing a report from the United States Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service, more than 4,620 pounds of liquid egg product were recalled. Per the outlet, the products were recalled over undeclared allergens and misbranding.

Over 4,620 pounds of egg products recalled in multiple states, including Ohio

Georgia State

A Georgia woman was left with painful injuries after being attacked by a group of brown recluse spiders while she was cleaning out her shed in early July. Jessica Rogue told WANF she was trying to wipe away a large cobweb when the spiders jumped at her, biting her in the face.

Woman Suffers Horrifying Injuries After Highly-Venomous Spiders Attack Her

Lancaster County, PA

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NewsByJoshua

Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

Less than a week into summer, the Food and Drug Administration has announced a national recall of certain ice cream products. Totally Cool, an Owings Mills, Maryland-based manufacturer of ice cream products, on Monday recalled all its ice cream products due to potential contamination of listeria monocytogenes, a bacterium that can cause serious infections.

The FDA has issued a nationwide recall of over 13 ice cream brands

DC News Now

McDonald's says "everyone’s favorite sandwich is back" on the menu nationwide.

McDonald’s bringing back ‘everyone’s favorite sandwich’

U.S. food safety regulators issued a recall Friday of more than 2,000 pounds of ready-to-eat frozen chicken that may be contaminated with listeria. The chicken was distributed by Al-Safa US LLC, located in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) said. Here...

The USDA has issued a nationwide recall of ready-to-eat frozen chicken

Willard, OH

Wiers Farm Inc. of Willard, OH, voluntarily recalls whole cucumbers with a pack date of June 5 and bagged salad cucumbers with a pack date of June 5 and June 6 after testing showed contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. The company announced the recall on July 12, but the Food and...

Wiers Farm recalls cucumbers distributed to Walmart stores because of Listeria

Jacksonville, FL

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Jacksonville Today

A man died in police custody Sunday after he was arrested when he scuffled with firefighters and police, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said. Joseph Lawson, 43, was the second person to die in the past week while in police custody. Both were hospitalized at the time they died, the Sheriff’s Office said.

Suspect dies in custody; he’s the second in six days

New York City, NY

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Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Washington State

She thought she was dying. That’s how New York City realtor Penny Penzner felt last summer when she became violently ill from what she thought might be some cut-up fruit she had bought at a nearby deli. Late that night, she woke up feeling sick — very sick. She...

Washington state launches reporting system for victims of foodborne illnesses

West Virginia State

AW Farms of Argillite, KY, is recalling approximately 6,900 pounds of hot dog products that were produced without the benefit of federal inspection, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS). FSIS is concerned that some product may be in restaurants’ or hotels’ refrigerators...

Hot dog products recalled in three states over lack of federal inspection

Chicago, IL

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

New York State

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USDA Issues Health Warning Over Illegally Imported Meat Products

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WEDNESDAY, July 3, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration said Tuesday it is now investigating nearly 50 illnesses and one death that may be linked to eating Diamond Shruumz edibles. Of the 48 people in 24 states who said they got sick after eating the chocolate bars, cones and gummies, one patient has died and 27 have been hospitalized, the FDA noted in an updated health alert. Those who fell ill reported seizures, agitation, abnormal heart rates and loss of consciousness. The latest illness was reported Monday, FDA officials said. Last week, the company that makes the edibles issued a full recall of all its edibles after discovering high levels of a mushroom toxin in the products.

FDA Warns of 48 Illnesses, One Death Linked to Diamond Shruumz Edibles

Who: A variety of Silk and Great Value-branded plant-based drinks have been recalled. Why: The recall was initiated over concerns the plan-based drinks may have been contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. Where: The recalled plant-based drinks were sold nationwide. A variety of Silk and Great Value brand plant-based drinks have been...

Recall issued for Silk, Great Value plant-based drinks due to potential listeria contamination

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Investigation of outbreak of multidrug-resistant Salmonella shows link to pet treats

A new study investigating a multistate outbreak of multidrug-resistant Salmonella infections linked to pig ear pet treats highlights the interconnectedness of human health and pet ownership,...

Investigation of outbreak of multidrug-resistant Salmonella shows link to pet treats

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