The number of patients in two outbreaks of Salmonella infections has increased in the past week.
In an outbreak of Salmonella Irumu, there are three more patients than a week ago, bringing the total to 29. The cause of the outbreak has not yet been determined. The Food and Drug Administration has begun traceback efforts, but the food or foods being traced have not been reported.
There are seven more patients in a Salmonella Typhimurium outbreak than a week ago, bringing the total to 87. The cause of the outbreak has not yet been determined. The FDA has begun traceback efforts, but the food(s) being traced have not been reported.
Other outbreak news
For an outbreak of Salmonella Africana and Salmonella Braenderup infections traced to fresh cucumbers, the number of patients remains stable at 449. The FDA has not posted an update on the outbreak since July 2.
Of the patients for whom information was available, 129 reported being hospitalized. No patients have died, but the number of hospital admissions due to the outbreak is much higher than normal for Salmonella infections.
The most recent person to get sick had symptoms starting on June 4. A recall has been initiated and the affected cucumbers are no longer on the market.
There are likely many more sick people than reported because some people do not seek medical attention and others are not tested specifically for Salmonella infection because its symptoms can mimic other diseases. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that for every confirmed patient in a Salmonella outbreak, another 29 remain unconfirmed.
In an outbreak linked to Diamond Shruumz brand of microdosing edibles, at least 69 people have now come forward with illnesses, including respiratory problems. Some of the recalled edibles are still on store shelves.
An additional 11 patients were reported in the past week. At least 36 patients required hospitalization, and one died. The sick people are spread across at least 28 states.
Chocolate bars, gummies and cones are among the microdosing products involved. The Food and Drug Administration has found that they contain dangerous chemicals found in mushrooms.
Patients have reported a variety of symptoms, including respiratory failure, seizures, central nervous system depression (loss of consciousness, confusion, drowsiness), agitation, abnormal heart rate, hyper/hypotension, nausea, and vomiting.
Prophet Premium Blends has recalled all edible flavors. For a complete list of product images and the recalled items, click here. The affected products are sold online and nationwide at retailers, including those selling hemp-derived products (e.g., cannabidiol [CBD]delta-8-tetrahydrocannabinol [THC]), and smoking/vaping products.
The Food and Drug Administration is aware that recalled Diamond Shruumz brand products remain on the shelves at several smoke/vape shops and at retailers selling hemp-derived products such as cannabidiol (CBD) or delta-8 tetrahydrocannabinol ( delta-8 THC). The FDA is monitoring the company’s recall to assess its effectiveness.
The FDA is working with the National Association of Convenience Stores and the National Smoke Shop Association to raise awareness about the recall. All Diamond Shruumz brand products have been recalled and are no longer available for purchase. Consumers should not purchase or consume Diamond Shruumz branded products. If you have noticed that a store continues to sell recalled Diamond Shruumz brand products, you can report this information to the FDA.
Consumers are urged to check their homes for recalled products and to throw them away if they have them on hand.
Anyone who experiences side effects after consuming any of the recalled products is urged to seek immediate medical attention, especially if they have difficulty breathing.
Specific chemicals in products tested include: 4-acetoxy-N,N-dimethyltryptamine (4-acetoxy-DMT, also known as O-acetylpsilocin or psilacetin); desmethoxyyangonin; dihydrokavaine; kavain; and 4-acetoxy-N,N-dimethyltryptamine (4-acetoxy-DMT, also known as O-acetylpsilocin or psilacetin).
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