Various products containing cucumbers recalled for link to Salmonella outbreak

Russ Davis Wholesale of Wadena, MN, is recalling multiple products sold under several brands because they contain recalled cucumbers from Baloian Farms which have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.

The recalled products include bulk items, individual wraps and individual salads, according to the company’s recall notice posted by the Food and Drug Administration.

Baloian Farms recalled its cucumbers because they were supplied by SunFed which recalled its cucumbers in connection with an outbreak that has sickened at least 68 people across 19 states.

The recalled Russ Davis items were distributed to foodservice and retail customers in Iowa, Illinois, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, North Dakota, Nebraska, South Dakota, Wisconsin and Wyoming.

The Russ Davis products come in clear plastic packages of various sizes marked with a 7-digit lot code preceded by an “X” on the top labeling and a sell by or use by date located on the same label. Click here for a list of affected lot codes and photos of product labels. A table of impacted items is below.

No illnesses have been reported to Russ Davis Wholesale in connection with this problem.

The potential for contamination was noted after trace forward indicated that Baloian Farms cucumbers had been processed and distributed through Russ Davis Wholesale.

Due to the age of the recalled items, it is unlikely that any product remains in stores or in customer homes. Consumers should dispose of any product on hand. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 877-433-2173.

About Salmonella infections
Food contaminated with Salmonella bacteria does not usually look, smell, or taste spoiled. Anyone can become sick with a Salmonella infection. Infants, children, seniors, and people with weakened immune systems are at higher risk of serious illness because their immune systems are fragile, according to the CDC.

Anyone who has eaten any of the recalled products and developed symptoms of Salmonella infection should seek medical attention. Sick people should tell their doctors about the possible exposure to Salmonella bacteria because special tests are necessary to diagnose salmonellosis. Salmonella infection symptoms can mimic other illnesses, frequently leading to misdiagnosis.

Symptoms of Salmonella infection can include diarrhea, abdominal cramps, and fever within 12 to 72 hours after eating contaminated food. Otherwise, healthy adults are usually sick for four to seven days. In some cases, however, diarrhea may be so severe that patients require hospitalization.

Older adults, children, pregnant women, and people with weakened immune systems, such as cancer patients, are more likely to develop a severe illness and serious, sometimes life-threatening conditions.

Some people get infected without getting sick or showing any symptoms. However, they may still spread the infections to others.

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