Pistachio Recall in Canada Due to Salmonella Concerns
What's Happening?
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has issued a food recall warning for certain brands of pistachios due to potential Salmonella contamination.
The affected products include:
- Wonderful Pistachios, Roasted & Salted, 496g
- Wonderful Pistachios, No Salt, 496g
- Kirkland Signature Pistachios, 1.36kg
These products were distributed across Canada and sold at various retail locations.
Health Risks
Salmonella is a bacteria that can cause serious infections in humans. Symptoms of Salmonella infection can include:
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Fever
- Abdominal cramps
- Headache
- Fatigue
In severe cases, Salmonella infection can lead to hospitalization, sepsis, or even death.
What to Do
Consumers who have purchased the affected pistachio products are advised to not consume them. The products should be discarded or returned to the place of purchase.
Anyone who has consumed the affected products and is experiencing symptoms of Salmonella infection should seek medical attention immediately.
Background
The CFIA is actively investigating the source of the Salmonella contamination. The agency is working with the affected companies to remove the recalled products from the market.
Salmonella is a common bacteria found in animal intestines. It can be transmitted to humans through contaminated food or water. Foodborne Salmonella infections are a major public health concern, causing an estimated 1.35 million illnesses and 26,500 hospitalizations in the United States each year.
Additional Information
For more information on the pistachio recall, consumers can visit the CFIA website: https://www.inspection.gc.ca/food-recall-warnings-and-allergy-alerts/2023-07-07/eng/1657281300145/1657281300515
Consumers can also contact the CFIA at 1-800-442-2342 for more information.
