Harry & David Expands Its Nationwide Allergy Alert for Undeclared Nut Allergens in Candies

Contact:
Harry & David Operations Corp.
800-345-5655

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- Medford, OR -- April 13, 2007 -- Harry & David Operations Corp., of Medford, Oregon, is recalling approximately 2000 boxes of candies because they may contain undeclared nuts, including peanuts, almonds, pecans, walnuts and cashews.People who have an allergy to these nuts run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

Harry & David is recalling all lot codes of these products. These products are in: 6 oz. paperboard boxes with a folded over top. The boxes are striped in several color variations.

Dark Chocolate Clusters The Ultimate Walnut Cherry Caramel Indulgence candies in green and cream striped boxes (260).
Dark Chocolate Clusters The Ultimate Peanut & Peanut Butter Indulgence in red and cream striped boxes (275).
Dark Chocolate Clusters The Ultimate Pecan Cranberry Caramel Indulgence in dark red and cream striped boxes (270).
Whole Almond Confection in brown and white striped boxes (595).
Whole Cashew Confection in dark red and cream striped boxes (575).
Sales of these products have ceased. The candies were produced and packaged by a third party vendor and distributed throughout the United States through Harry and David Stores beginning March 2007.

There have been no injuries reported to date. Anyone concerned about a potential illness associated with this product should contact a physician immediately.

The recall was initiated after it was determined that the products may contain undeclared nuts, including peanuts, almonds, walnuts, pecans and cashews. Harry and David has informed FDA of its action and is fully cooperating with the agency. Investigation into the cause is ongoing.

Consumers are requested to return product to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions about the recalled product may phone the Customer Service division at 800-233-1101, 24 hours a day.

Agriculture Department Warns Consumers of Tainted Raw Milk Sold by Butler County Dairy

Contact:
Chris L. Ryder
(717) 503-0035 (cell)

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- Harrisburg, PA -- April 13, 2007 -- Consumers who have purchased raw milk from Fisher's Dairy, Butler County, any time after April 9, 2007, should discard it immediately due to the risk of Listeria monocytogenes contamination, Agriculture Secretary Dennis Wolff said today.

"During routine inspection, a preliminary test showed the presence of Listeria bacteria in some of the raw milk samples taken from Fisher's Dairy," said Wolff. "If consumers have raw milk from this farm, they should discard it immediately."

There have been no illnesses reported because of the potential contamination, but if individuals who consumed the raw milk become ill, they are advised to consult their physician.

Raw milk is milk that has not been pasteurized or homogenized.

The Department of Agriculture has suspended sales of raw milk at the dairy and is ensuring that corrective action is taken. Samples taken from the farm during routine testing on April 9 tested positive for Listeria on April 13.

Multiple laboratory samples must come back negative before sales can resume.

Symptoms of Listeriosis are fever, muscle aches, and sometimes gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea or diarrhea. If infection spreads to the nervous system, symptoms such as headache, stiff neck, confusion, loss of balance or convulsions can occur.

Infected pregnant women may experience only a mild, flu-like illness, but infections during pregnancy can lead to miscarriage or stillbirth.

Symptoms of Listeriosis can appear in four days to three weeks.

ResMed Issues a Voluntary Recall for Certain 58 Flow Generators

Contact:
Hillary Theakston
858-746-2610

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- San Diego, CA, April 23, 2007 — ResMed today announced a worldwide voluntary recall of approximately 300,000 of its early production S8 flow generators used for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea. In S8 devices manufactured between July 2004 and May 15, 2006, there is a remote potential for a short circuit in the power supply connector. ResMed plans to work with its distribution partners globally to provide a replacement device to patients who have an affected S8 flow generator.

Patients may continue to use their S8 flow generators until they receive a replacement device. As with any electrical device, patients should make sure that it is placed on a hard clean surface and that the area around the device is clear during use. Patients should discontinue use of the device if there are any signs of electrical failure such as intermittent power, cracking sounds, sparking or charred smell. Patients should not use supplemental oxygen with an affected device; patients using supplemental oxygen should immediately contact their home healthcare provider for a replacement.

The recall includes the following serial number ranges for all S8 models:

From
 To
 
20040285613
 20060269563
 
20060275728
 20060276751
 
20060277160
 20060277415
 
20060281672
 20060281991
 
20060283424
 20060283743
 
20060284896
 20060285445
 
20060287568
 20060290823
 
20060292360
 20060294694
 
20060312361
 20060312597
 
20060318692
 20060319459
 
20060325074
 20060327794
 
20060330588
 20060331043
 
ResMed voluntarily recalled the product after learning that in rare instances — less than two tenths of one percent (0.2%) — a short circuit in the power supply connector, a component supplied by a third party, has caused the devices to fail. In only seven cases worldwide, device failures have led to thermal damage to the device, with a remote potential to ignite material external to the device. No significant property damage or patient injury has been reported.

ResMed has advised the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and other regulatory authorities of this action. ResMed is continuing to discuss this action with those authorities and will finalize its proposed course of action after those discussions are concluded.

ResMed's S8 flow generators are distributed through medical equipment suppliers throughout the world. Affected products can be identified by the serial numbers on the bottom of each device. ResMed is working in close partnership with its distribution partners and the medical community to ensure that patients are fully aware of the replacement program and that patients who have an affected device will receive a replacement S8 flow generator.

Patients will be contacted as soon as possible to arrange for a replacement device and are encouraged to visit http://www.resmed.com/en-us/s8program/s8program.html for more information. Patients in the U.S. and Canada may also contact the ResMed S8 Replacement Call Center at 888-899-8991. Contact information for patients in Latin America, Europe and Asia Pacific is available at www.resmed.com/s8program.

Adverse reactions or quality problems experienced with the use of this product may be reported to the FDA's Med Watch Adverse Event Reporting Program either online, by regular mail or by fax.

Online: www.fda.gov/medwatch/report.htm
Regular mail: Use postage-paid FDA form 3500 available at:
www.fda.gov/medwatch/getforms.htm. Mail to: MedWatch 5600 Fishers Lane, Rockville, MD 20852-9787
Fax: 1-800-FDA-0 178

FDA Requests Recall of All Shelhigh Medical Devices

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) today issued a formal written request to Shelhigh, Inc. to recall all of its medical devices remaining in the marketplace, including hospital inventories, because of sterility concerns.

On April 17, 2007, U.S. Marshals, at FDA's request, seized all medical devices including components at Shelhigh's Union, N.J. facility after finding significant deficiencies in the company's manufacturing processes. During the seizure, Shelhigh was asked to perform a voluntary recall of its products, but the company declined.

FDA recommends that doctors and hospitals consider using alternative products. Physicians and patients concerned about Shelhigh devices can visit www.fda.gov/cdrh/safety/041907-shelhigh.html and www.fda.gov/cdrh/medicaldevicesafety/atp/041907-shelhigh.html for more information, including a list of the company's products.

"Since these are critical devices implanted into seriously-ill patients, ensuring their sterility is absolutely essential to prevent infection," said Daniel Schultz, M.D., director, FDA's Center for Devices and Radiological Health. "FDA will continue to provide up-to-date information to patients and physicians about this ongoing public health matter."

The company's deficiencies, described in a complaint filed with the U.S. District Court of New Jersey, may compromise the safety and effectiveness of the devices. Shelhigh's own records indicate a number of sterility test failures and that its testing and retesting procedures were not properly performed.

Shelhigh devices are used in infants, children and adults. The products include pediatric heart valves, tube-like devices for blood flow (conduits), surgical patches, dural patches to aid in tissue recovery after neurosurgery, annuloplasty rings to help repair heart valves, and arterial grafts.

Adverse reactions or quality problems experienced with the use of these products may be reported to FDA's MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program either online (www.fda.gov/medwatch/report.htm), fax (800-332-0178), or regular mail (use postage-paid FDA form 3500 available at: www.fda.gov/MedWatch/getforms.htm and mail to MedWatch, FDA, 5600 Fishers Lane, Rockville, MD 20852-9787).

Risotto, 6 oz., "Best if Used by 16JUL2008AA" Because of Possible Health RiskAulcorp Food Marketers Inc. Conducts Nationwide Recall of Archer Farms Four Cheese

Contact:
Target Guest Relations
1-800-440-0680

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- May 4, 2007 -- AULCORP FOOD MARKETERS INC. of TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA is recalling Archer Farms FOUR CHEESE RISOTTO flavor, 6 oz., with "Best If Used By 16JUL2008AA", because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. Salmonella is an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections (i.e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis.

No illnesses have been reported to date.

ARCHER FARMS FOUR CHEESE RISOTTO, Code "Best If Used By 16JUL2008AA" was sold nationwide through Target stores. The Archer Farms Four Cheese Risotto flavor has been pulled from Target stores while the FDA and Aulcorp Food Marketers Inc. continue their investigation as to the source of the contamination.

The ARCHER FARMS FOUR CHEESE RISOTTO is packaged in a 6 oz. (170g) Paperboard Box with a mustard yellow banner which identifies this item as the Four Cheese flavor.

The Salmonella contamination was noted after random testing by the US Food and Drug Administration.  

Consumers who have purchased the 6 oz.(170 g) packages of ARCHER FARMS FOUR CHEESE RISOTTO, Code "Best If Used By 16JUL2008AA", are urged to return the item to the nearest Target store for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact Target Guest Relations at 1-800-440-0680.

Agriculture Department Warns Consumers of Tainted Raw Milk Sold by Berks County DairyContact:
Chris L. Ryder
(717) 787-5085


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- Harrisburg, PA -- May 10, 2007 -- Consumers who have purchased raw milk from Misty Meadow Farm in Bernville, Berks County, any time after April 16, 2007, should discard it immediately due to the risk of Listeria monocytogenes contamination, Agriculture Secretary Dennis Wolff said today.

"During routine inspection, a preliminary test showed the presence of Listeria bacteria in some of the raw milk samples taken from the Misty Mountain dairy," said Wolff. "If consumers have raw milk from this farm, they should discard it immediately."

There have been no illnesses reported because of the potential contamination, but if individuals who consumed the raw milk become ill, they are advised to consult their physician.

Raw milk is milk that has not been pasteurized or homogenized.

The Department of Agriculture has suspended sales of raw milk at the dairy and is ensuring that corrective action is taken. Samples were taken from the farm during routine testing on May 7, and tested positive for Listeria on May 10.

Multiple laboratory samples must come back negative before sales can resume.

Symptoms of Listeriosis are fever, muscle aches, and sometimes gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea or diarrhea. If infection spreads to the nervous system, symptoms such as headache, stiff neck, confusion, loss of balance or convulsions can occur.

Infected pregnant women may experience only a mild, flu-like illness, but infections during pregnancy can lead to miscarriage or stillbirth.

Symptoms of Listeriosis can appear in four days to three weeks.
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Agriculture Department Warns Consumers of Tainted Raw Milk Sold By Lebanon County Dairy

Contact:
Chris L. Ryder
(717) 503-0035 (cell)

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- Harrisburg, PA -- June 1, 2007 -- Consumers who have purchased raw milk from Green Acres Jersey Farm in Lebanon any time after May 8 should discard it immediately due to the risk of Listeria monocytogenes contamination, Agriculture Secretary Dennis Wolff said today.

Raw milk is milk that has not been pasteurized or homogenized.

"During routine inspection of the dairy, a preliminary test showed the presence of Listeria bacteria in some raw milk samples," said Wolff. "If consumers have raw milk from this farm, they should discard it immediately."

There have been no illnesses reported as a result of the potential contamination but if people who consumed the raw milk become ill, they should consult their physicians.

The Department of Agriculture has suspended sales of raw milk at the dairy and is ensuring that corrective action is taken. Samples were taken from the farm during routine testing on May 29 and tested positive for Listeria on June 1.

Multiple laboratory samples must test negative before sales can resume.

Symptoms of Listeriosis include fever, muscle aches and, sometimes, gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea or diarrhea. If infection spreads to the nervous system, symptoms such as headache, stiff neck, confusion, loss of balance or convulsions can occur.

Infected pregnant women may experience only a mild, flu-like illness, but infections during pregnancy can lead to miscarriage or stillbirth.

Symptoms of Listeriosis can appear in four days to three weeks.

Zeigler Issues A Voluntary Recall on Pelleted and Crumbled Shrimp Feeds

Contact:
info@zeiglerfeed.com
800-841-6800

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE — Gardners, PA — May 31, 2007 — In cooperation with the U. S. Food and Drug Administration, Zeigler Bros., Inc. is issuing a voluntary nationwide recall of its pelleted and crumbled shrimp feeds. Zeigler is recommending to customers to immediately stop feeding its pelleted and crumbled shrimp feed products. We are in the process of providing the entire shrimp feed product list on our website at www.zeiglerfeed.com.  

The recalled products all include the feed ingredient "AquaBond", which has been found to contain the chemical melamine and related compounds. AquaBond is a binding agent purchased in the United States by Zeigler and used in its production of pelleted and crumbled shrimp feeds. It is used in a much lower concentration than similar ingredients used in the recent U. S. pet food recall.

No other Zeigler products are involved in this voluntary recall. Only Zeigler pelleted and crumbled shrimp feeds are formulated with AquaBond. Zeigler extruded shrimp feeds and shrimp larval feeds do not contain AquaBond and are not included in the recall.

Zeigler is working closely with the FDA and with Uniscope, Zeigler's supplier for AquaBond, to provide timely product information and immediate recall instructions to its customers to assure product safety. Zeigler is not aware of any instances of ill health effects in shrimp fed with Zeigler pelleted and crumbled shrimp feeds.

The FDA has issued a press release, dated May 30, 2007, indicating that feeds made with these binding agents are "very unlikely" to pose a human health risk. Details from the full FDA press release can be found at www.fda.gov/bbs/topics/NEWS/2007/NEW01643.html. FDA has also issued a safety/risk assessment on melamine and analogues at www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/melamra.html.

Questions can be directed to Zeigler at 800-841-6800 or info@zeiglerfeed.com.

Single Lot of 55lb Bags of Ol’Roy Complete Nutrition Dry Dog Food Voluntarily Recalled in Select Stores by Doane Pet Care

Contact:
Doane Pet Care
908-813-8053

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- Manassas, Virginia -- June 6, 2007 -- Doane Pet Care is announcing today a voluntary recall on a specific single lot of 55 pound bonus bags of Ol' Roy Complete Nutrition dry dog food. This product was produced at one facility in Manassas, VA and was distributed exclusively by some Wal-Mart Stores. Please note that no other Ol' Roy products are affected, and that this recall is not related to the Menu Foods recall (and other recent recalls) of pet food due to tainted Chinese vegetable proteins.

This product has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. People handling this pet food can become exposed to Salmonella, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having contact with this pet food or any surfaces exposed to this product. Consumers who have the dry dog food bearing the code "04 0735 1" with a "Best By Apr 13 08" should not feed it to their pets.

This voluntary recall has been issued because FDA detected Salmonella in the product. Doane Pet Care has not confirmed the presence of Salmonella, despite extensive independent testing of duplicate samples. Nonetheless, the company is issuing this voluntary recall out of an abundance of caution. The company regrets any inconvenience to pet owners. No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this product, or any product produced at this facility.

Product: Ol' Roy Complete Nutrition dry dog food
Size: 55 pound bonus bag
UPC Code: 6 05388 72076 4
Lot Number: 04 0735 1
Best Buy Date: Apr 13 '08
Best Buy Date Location: Back of bag

Affected Stores: Only 69 Wal-Mart Stores potentially received this product from 2 distribution warehouses in Virginia. The 69 stores are located in Maryland (4 stores), North Carolina (10), Ohio (1), Pennsylvania (3), Virginia (40) and West Virginia (11). A full listing of the affected stores is available at www.doanepetcare.com. This product UPC has been blocked from retail sale at these 69 locations.

Any remaining product should not be fed to pets. Dispose of product in a safe manner (example, a securely covered trash receptacle) and return the empty bag to the store where purchased for a full refund.

Pet owners who have questions about the voluntary recall of this 55 lb bonus bag of Ol' Roy Complete Nutrition dry dog food products should call 800-624-7387, or visit the web site listed above.

WholeSoy & Co. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Dairy in Blueberry Yogurt

Contact:
WholeSoy & Co.
415-434-3020

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- San Francisco, CA -- June 6, 2007 -- WholeSoy & Co. of San Francisco, CA is recalling 34,656 cups of WholeSoy & Co. Blueberry yogurt because it may contain undeclared dairy. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to dairy run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

The yogurt was distributed nationwide through retailers.

This batch of blueberry has "best by" date of June 22. The UPC code is 664372600086. The containers are 6oz plastic yogurt cups.

No permanent side effects or illnesses have been reported to date.

The recall was initiated after allergy tests confirmed the presence of dairy in samples sent for testing after two customers reported allergic reactions. Subsequent investigation has not revealed the source of contamination. The investigation into the cause continues.

Consumers who have purchased WholeSoy & Co. blueberry yogurt with "best by" date June 22 are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at
1-877-569-6376.

Counterfeit Colgate Toothpaste Found

Contact:
Allison Klimerman  212-310-3770
Tom Paolella  212-310-2774

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- New York, New York -- June 14, 2007 -- The Colgate–Palmolive Company today warned that counterfeit toothpaste falsely packaged as "Colgate" has been found in several dollar-type discount stores in four states: New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Maryland. There are indications that this product does not contain fluoride and may contain Diethylene Glycol. The Company stated that it does not use, nor has ever used, Diethylene Glycol as an ingredient in Colgate toothpaste anywhere in the world.

The counterfeit toothpaste can be easily recognized because it is labelled as "Manufactured in South Africa." Colgate does not import toothpaste into the United States from South Africa. In addition, the counterfeit packages examined so far have several misspellings including: "isclinically" "SOUTH AFRLCA" "South African Dental Assoxiation".

Counterfeit toothpaste is not manufactured or distributed by Colgate and has no connection with the Company whatsoever. Colgate is working closely with the US FDA to help to identify those responsible for the counterfeit product.

Consumers who suspect they may have purchased counterfeit product, can call Colgate’s toll-free number at 1 800 468 6502.

Confidence, Inc. Issues a Voluntary Nationwide Recall of all lots of Long Weekend, a Product Marketed as a Dietary Supplement

Contact:
Jim Chao
(516) 767-1870

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- June 14, 2007 -- Confidence, Inc. of Port Washington, NY, announced today that it is conducting a voluntary nationwide recall of the Company's supplement product sold under the name Long Weekend. The Company has been informed by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) that lab analysis of Long Weekend samples found that the product contains undeclared tadalafil, an FDA approved drug used as treatment for male Erectile Dysfunction (ED). The FDA has not approved Long Weekend as a drug; therefore the safety and effectiveness of this product is unknown.

FDA advises that this poses a threat to consumers because tadalafil may interact with nitrates found in some prescription drugs (such as nitroglycerin) and may lower blood pressure to dangerous levels. According to the FDA, consumers with diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or heart disease often take nitrates. FDA advises that ED is a common problem in men with these conditions, and they may seek products to enhance sexual performance. FDA advises that tadalafil, may cause side effects, such as headaches and flushing.

Consumers should discontinue use of Long Weekend and consult their health care professional about approved treatments for erectile dysfunction (ED). FDA encourages men who experience ED to seek guidance from a health care professional.

The product was sold through mail orders and retailers located nationwide, in Puerto Rico, Canada, the United Kingdom, Russia, and China.

The recalled Long Weekend is sold in 3-capsule boxes. The capsules are sealed in a foil blister-pack, and the blister-pack is stamped with the LOT # and EXP date. The product is sold under the American Best Nutrition label and bears UPC 809515-0542.

No illnesses have been reported to the Company to date in connection with this product.

Confidence, Inc. has taken this voluntary action because it is committed to providing accurate information about its products and because of the concern for the health and safety of consumers. Confidence Inc. is working with the FDA in the recall process. It sincerely regrets any inconvenience to customers.

Consumers should return any unused Long Weekend, for a refund of the full purchase price or price for the unused portion, to the Company's address in Port Washington, NY, or contact Jim Chao at 516-767-1870 or email jim@confidenceusa.com to receive further instructions for returning the product or with any questions.

Adverse reactions or quality problems experienced with the use of this product may be reported to the FDA's MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program either online, by regular mail or by fax.

Online: www.fda.gov/medwatch/report.htm
Regular Mail: use postage-paid FDA form 3500 available at: www.fda.gov/MedWatch/getforms.htm.
Mail to MedWatch 5600 Fishers Lane, Rockville, MD 20852-9787
Fax: 1-800-FDA-0178

A. Bazzini Co. Inc. Issues an Alert on Undeclared Sulfites in Dried Turkish Jumbo Apricots

Contact:
Baher Karim
718-842-8644 ext. 108

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- June 11, 2007 -- A. L. BAZZINI CO., INC. OF BRONX, NEW YORK is recalling DRIED TURKISH JUMBO APRICOTS because they contain undeclared sulfites. People who have a severe sensitivity to sulfites run the risk of serious or life-threatening reactions if they consume these products.

The Dried Turkish Jumbo Apricots were distributed within the New York State to wholesale distributors.

The product was distributed in 4.25lb plastic containers (jars) during the month of March 2007 with the following lot number: 7064.

The recall was initiated after routine sampling by New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Food Inspectors and subsequent analysis by the Department's Food laboratory personnel revealed the presence of sulfites in the product, which were not declared on the label. The consumption of 10 milligrams of sulfites per serving has been reported to elicit severe reactions in some asthmatics. Anaphylactic shock could occur in certain sulfite sensitive individuals upon ingesting 10 milligrams or more of sulfites. Analysis of the Dried Turkish Jumbo Apricots revealed it contained 73 milligrams per serving.

Consumers who have purchased Bazzini Brand Dried Turkish Jumbo Apricots are urged to return it to place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact Bazzini at 1-718-842-8644.

FDA Warns Consumers Not to Eat Veggie Booty Snack Food
Risk of Salmonella Contamination


The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is warning consumers not to eat Veggie Booty snack food, marketed by Robert's American Gourmet, due to possible contamination with Salmonella Wandsworth bacteria that cause gastrointestinal illness.

FDA advises consumers to throw away any Robert's American Gourmet brand Veggie Booty they have in their home. Veggie Booty is sold in a flexible plastic foil bag in four ounce, one ounce, and one-half ounce packages.

Veggie Booty is often consumed by children, so parents are encouraged to watch their children, and seek medical care if they observe signs of illness.

Individuals who have recently eaten Veggie Booty and who have experienced any of the symptoms described below should contact a doctor or other health care provider immediately. Any such illnesses in persons with a recent history of eating Veggie Booty should be reported to state or local health authorities.

This warning is based on 52 reports of illness across 17 states, beginning in March 2007. Almost all the illnesses have occurred in children under 10 years old, with the most cases in toddlers. Most persons had reported bloody diarrhea; four were hospitalized. FDA learned of the illnesses on June 27 from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, which conducted an investigation of the illnesses with state and local health officials. The outbreak is considered likely to be ongoing.

Salmonella typically causes diarrhea (may be bloody); the diarrhea is often accompanied by abdominal cramps and fever. Symptoms typically begin within one to four days after exposure to the bacteria. In infants, persons with poor underlying health and those with weakened immune systems, Salmonella can invade the bloodstream and cause life-threatening infections.

States reporting illnesses include: California (seven cases), Colorado (five cases), Connecticut (one case), Georgia (one case), Indiana (one case), Massachusetts (three cases), Minnesota (two cases), New Hampshire (two cases), New Jersey (two cases), New York (13 cases), Oregon (one case), Pennsylvania (three cases), Tennessee (one), Texas (one), Vermont (three cases), Washington (four cases), and Wisconsin (two cases).

Robert's American Gourmet, of Sea Cliff, N.Y., which markets Veggie Booty, and its contract manufacturer, are fully cooperating with FDA's investigation into the cause of the contamination. Manufacturing and distribution of this product has ceased, and Robert's American Gourmet is recalling all potentially contaminated product, including all expiration dates and lot codes. The product is sold in all 50 states and Canada at retail locations and over the Internet.

FDA will provide updates as the investigation progresses and more information becomes available.