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Peaches, plums and nectarines recalled due to contamination concerns went to major retailers across the country, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration warned Tuesday.
According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, which last updated its data on November 21, the stone fruit has been linked to a listeria outbreak that has caused at least 11 illnesses in seven states, with 10 hospitalizations and one Caused death A pregnant person who became ill went into early labor.
The inorganic fruits were sold individually and in bags between May 1 and November 15 last year and this year, the agency said. Publix, Walmart, Sam’s Club, Sprouts Farmers Market and some Albertsons and Aldi stores received the recalled products.
However, the FDA notes that the fruits also went to companies that may have frozen or relabeled them.
Anyone who has frozen peaches, plums or nectarines should throw them away if the products are or may be part of the recall. Fresh whole peaches, plums and nectarines currently on store shelves are not affected by the recall.
Listeria infection usually begins about two weeks after eating contaminated food. Pregnant women, people with weakened immune systems, or people age 65 and older are more likely to become seriously ill. Get medical help if you have symptoms of a Listeria infection such as fever, muscle pain, fatigue, headache, stiff neck, confusion, loss of balance, or seizures.
The FDA and CDC are also investigating an ongoing salmonella outbreak linked to recalled cantaloupe products that has caused at least 99 illnesses and two deaths in 32 states.