LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — The Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) has received 12 reports of salmonella infections in seven states linked to Infinite Herbs organic basil sold at Trader Joe's.
According to reports, one person has been hospitalized and no deaths have been reported.
The contaminated basil was sold at Trader Joe’s locations in 29 states and Washington, D.C., in 2.5 oz clamshell-style containers.
The company stopped shipments of the products on April 12, and no product remains in stores.
Anyone who purchased Infinite Herbs organic basil from Trader Joe's has been advised to throw it away and clean any surfaces and items that may have come in contact with the contaminated product, including refrigerator shelves and cutting boards.
Investigators are currently working to identify other potentially contaminated products.
Most people infected with salmonella experience diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps. Symptoms usually start within 6 hours to 6 days after swallowing the bacteria, and many recover without treatment after 4 to 7 days.
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