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An Arizona company has voluntarily recalled more than 6.5 million pounds of beef likely to be contaminated with salmonella, federal officials said Thursday.
TOLLESON, Arizona – An Arizona company has voluntarily recalled more than 6.5 million pounds of salmonella-poisoned beef, federal officials said Thursday.
An investigation revealed that the products, including ground beef and beef patties, were likely sourced from JBS Tolleson Inc., a meat packing plant located west of Phoenix. The raw beef was packed from July 26 to September 7 and shipped to retailers across the country, including Walmart, according to the US Department of Agriculture's Food Inspection and Safety Department.
Some products have a date of sale or use prior to the end of September.
An epidemiological survey revealed that 57 people in 16 states – including 15 in Arizona, 12 in Colorado, and six in Utah – have fallen ill so far. Fourteen people were hospitalized. No deaths have been reported, said the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
The recalled beef is marked "EST.267" on the package. Officials say that people should check the presence of meat in their freezer and throw it away or return it where it was purchased.
The beef was sold under the names Cedar River Farms, ComNor Perfect Choice, Gourmet Burger, Grass Run Farms, Showcase at Walmart and in generic packaging.
A JBS spokesperson did not immediately return a message asking for comments.
Most people recover from salmonella infections without treatment, health officials said. In case of exposure to the bacteria, diarrhea, abdominal cramps and fever usually appear in the first 12 to 72 hours. The symptoms can last up to a week.
"As Salmonella can cause serious illness, it is therefore essential that everyone take precautions by not eating the recalled meat and thoroughly cooking all beef products," said Cara Christ, Director of Food Services. health of Arizona.
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