Salmonella Recall Related to Peanuts

On Saturday, January 16, the U.S. FDA advised consumers to avoid products made with peanut butter.  At this time, the scope of the salmonella outbreak is unknown. However, it has sickened over 450 people in 43 states as of yesterday. Ninety people have been hospitalized and six people have died.

The peanut butter sold in jars at your local store is likely okay. At this time, the source appears to be coming from peanut butter and peanut paste that is produced by Peanut Corp. of America and sold directly to manufacturers for the making of their products.  Manufacturers that may be affected include Kellogg’s Keebler products, Hy-Vee’s bakeries, Perry’s Ice Cream and probably many others. At this time, the FDA is still investigating and urges consumers to avoid eating peanut butter containing products until further information is available.

For more information:
* FDA Updates (http://www.fda.gov/oc/opacom/hottopics/salmonellatyph.html)
* NPR Article
* Kellog’s Recall Press Release (1/16/2009)
* Peanut Corporation of America Press Release (1/16/2009)
* FAQ for Consumers