(WJW) – According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, whole cantaloupes that were sold in Michigan, Missouri, Ohio, Texas, and Virginia at different stores are being recalled because they might have salmonella on them.
According to the recall notice that was posted on the FDA website on September 6, 2024, 224 cases of whole cantaloupe sold under the brand name “Kandy” were taken back by Eagle Produce LLC in Scottsdale, Arizona.
This was done because routine testing by the State of Michigan found salmonella in fruit that was sold in stores.
The FDA said that so far, no one has said that the recalled melon made them sick.
The FDA says that salmonella is an organism that can give kids, the elderly, and other people with weak immune systems very dangerous and sometimes fatal infections.
“Healthy people may feel feverish, sick, throw up, have diarrhea (which may be bloody), and have abdominal pain.”
It is possible for the organism to get into the bloodstream and cause more serious illnesses like arthritis, endocarditis, and artery infections (such as infected aneurysms).
People should look for these things:
- Products distributed between Aug. 13 – 17
- Red and white sticker with KANDY across the top
- UPC Number Code: 4050
- Lot Code: 846468
The FDA provided the picture below for reference:
Officials note that no other products or lot code dates are affected by the recall and said the company is cooperating with the FDA.
Consumers are advised to dispose of the product. CLICK HERE for more information.