A food safety alert has been issued, following a continuous Salmonella outbreak connected to certain charcuterie meats.
The outbreak break has been connected to 47 reported cases of sickness as 23 new cases have arisen. 15 people have had to be hospitalized as a result. Fortunately, no deaths have been reported.
The outbreaks have been reported in 30 states, including Texas.
A recall has been implemented, and an investigation started on January 4, 2024, in order to determine where the contamination originated from.
The products that may be contaminated include the Busseto brand Charcuterie Sampler with prosciutto, sweet soppressata and dry coppa in a twin-pack (2 x 9 oz) with any lot code. This is sold by Sam’s Club. In the same way, Costco sells the Fratelli Beretta brand Antipasto Gran Beretta that has black pepper-coated dry salami, Italian dry salami, dry coppa and prosciutto in a twin-pack (2 x 12oz) with any lot code.
Purchasers are strongly encouraged not to consume these products but to dispose of them.
It has also been advised that businesses stop the sale or service of the aforementioned charcuterie items. They have urged businesses to sanitize products and surfaces that may have come in contact with these items.
People with Salmonella symptoms may experience diarrhea, fever, excessive vomiting, dehydration, stomach cramps, or other symptoms within six hours to six days after exposure. Younger children or individuals with a comprised immune system may require extensive medical attention or hospitalization.
