E. coli Outbreak Associated with Raw Cheddar Cheese — Children Most Affected - video Dailymotion

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The FDA and CDC have verified a multistate E. coli outbreak connected to RAW FARM's raw cheddar cheese distributed in California, Florida, and Texas. There are nine confirmed cases, with more than half involving children under the age of five. This situation has resulted in three hospitalizations and one instance of hemolytic uremic syndrome (kidney failure). The CDC advises consumers to eliminate these products and be alert for any symptoms.

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00:00A dangerous E. coli outbreak in the United States has just been confirmed,

00:04and most of the victims are young children.

00:06The FDA and CDC report a multi-state outbreak of E. coli infections

00:11linked to raw farm brand raw cheddar cheese sold across California, Florida, and Texas.

00:18Nine confirmed cases, three hospitalizations,

00:22and one child has developed hemolytic uremic syndrome,

00:25a life-threatening kidney complication.

00:28Over half of the people sickened are under five years old.

00:31Symptoms can take days to appear.

00:34Severe stomach cramps, bloody diarrhea, fever, nausea, and vomiting.

00:39The recalled products include raw cheddar,

00:42simply shredded cheese in 8-ounce bags and 80-ounce blocks.

00:46Check expiration dates carefully.

00:48If you bought raw farm brand cheddar cheese, do not eat it.

00:52And if anyone in your family has these symptoms, call your doctor immediately.

E. coli Outbreak Associated with Raw Cheddar Cheese — Children Most Affected

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