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Nationwide Cheese Recall Due to E. coli Outbreak

Raw Farm recalls raw cheddar cheese across the U.S. after 10 hospitalizations linked to E. coli and listeria outbreaks.

Overview

  • 10 people have been hospitalized due to an E. coli outbreak potentially linked to Raw Farm's raw cheddar cheese, including one case of kidney failure.
  • Raw Farm has recalled certain lots of its original and jalapeño flavored cheddar cheese, with products sold at Sprouts Farmers Market and Bristol Farms.
  • The FDA and CDC are investigating the outbreak, which has reported illnesses from October 18, 2023, to January 29, 2024.
  • Listeria outbreak also ongoing, with Rizo-López Foods recalling dozens of dairy products sold nationwide under various brand names.
  • Symptoms of E. coli include severe stomach cramps, diarrhea, and vomiting, while listeriosis can lead to fever, muscle aches, and more serious conditions.