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Frozen berry blend sold at Walmart recalled over E. coli contamination risk
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Key Points:
- The FDA has expanded a blueberry recall to include frozen mixed berry packages containing strawberries, blackberries, and blueberries sold at Walmart due to E. coli contamination risks.
- The recalled product is a 10-ounce Great Value Organic Triple Berry Blend from Chilean supplier Frutas y Hortalizas del Sur S.A., sold in 16 states.
- The original recall in July involved 10-ounce GreenWise Organic IQF Blueberries linked to illnesses in 17 people across Florida and Georgia, with six hospitalizations reported.
- No illnesses have been reported so far from the newly recalled mixed berry packages, which have a best-by date of February 9, 2028.
- E. coli O145, the strain involved, can cause severe gastrointestinal symptoms and potentially serious complications, especially in vulnerable populations.
