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Cosmo Recalls Clover Sprouts - 18 Cases of Salmonellosis Linked to Contaminated
Product Safety
Alerts Dixon, CA - The California Department of Health Services
(DHS) has warned consumers not to eat Salad Cosmo brand clover sprouts because
the product may be contaminated with salmonella, a dangerous bacteria. The
clover sprouts have been linked to at least 18 cases of salmonellosis, a
food-borne illness, including 13 in Santa Clara, three in Santa Cruz, one in San
Benito and one in San Francisco counties. The clover sprouts are also contained
in a "Sprout Medley" produced by Salad Cosmo. The illnesses occurred
between May 10 and May 30. The manufacturer, Salad Cosmo of Dixon, California,
has voluntarily recalled the clover sprouts distributed to restaurants and
grocery stores in northern California. Consumers who purchased the recalled sprout products should
discard or return them to the place of purchase for a refund. Clover
and alfalfa sprouts have repeatedly been linked to outbreaks of Salmonella and
E. coli 0157 infections. Salmonellosis is an acute bacterial infection commonly
characterized by diarrhea and fever. Symptoms usually develop within one to four
days after eating contaminated food. Most cases resolve without the need for
medical attention. People who have eaten sprouts and develop severe symptoms
should contact their doctor. Some individuals with salmonellosis develop serious
illness that can lead to hospitalization and even death. Clover and alfalfa sprouts are of concern for several
reasons:
Today's warning follows an advisory issued by DHS in August
for "high-risk" individuals to avoid eating raw clover and alfalfa
sprouts until methods are implemented to improve their safety. High-risk
consumers include the very young, the elderly and individuals with compromised
immune systems. DHS officials today reiterated their warning that clover and
alfalfa sprouts should not be served in day care centers, school lunch programs,
nursing homes, and hospitals. CONTACT: Carla B. Agar |
