On Thursday, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) expanded the recall of charcuterie meats due to Salmonella contamination, now encompassing a newly identified brand available at Costco.
The CDC broadened the recall to encompass all lots of the “Busseto Foods Charcuterie Sampler,” initially recalled with one lot code at Sam’s Club, and added all lots of the “Fratelli Beretta brand Antipasto Gran Beretta” sold at Costco.
The CDC reported 23 new illnesses and five additional hospitalizations, bringing the totals to 47 illnesses and 10 hospitalizations across 22 states.
The CDC cautioned that these figures are likely underreported.
The Washington State Department of Health identified the illnesses linked to the Fratelli Beretta brand.
Busseto & Fratelli Beretta: CDC Recall Investigation
CDC investigators are actively examining additional items that may be impacted by the recall. Presently, the recall encompasses the following products:
Busseto brand Charcuterie Sampler
- Contains prosciutto, sweet soppressata, and dry coppa
- Available at Sam’s Club
- Packaged in a twin-pack (2 x 9oz)
- Any lot code
Fratelli Beretta brand Antipasto Gran Beretta
- Includes black pepper-coated dry salami, dry coppa, Italian dry salami, as well as prosciutto
- Sold at Costco
- Packaged in a twin-pack (2 x 12oz)
- Any lot code
Salmonella Symptoms
Salmonella is a bacterium capable of causing severe and, at times, life-threatening infections, particularly in vulnerable populations such as young children, the elderly, and individuals with compromised immune systems, as per the FDA.
Indications of salmonella poisoning encompass:
- Bloody diarrhea or diarrhea persisting beyond three days without improvement
- Diarrhea accompanied by a fever exceeding 102 degrees Fahrenheit
- Excessive vomiting, particularly if it hinders fluid retention
- Manifestations of dehydration, including dry mouth and throat, reduced urine frequency, and dizziness upon standing
- Abdominal cramps
These symptoms typically manifest between six hours and six days post-exposure.
While most individuals recover within four to seven days, those with weakened immune systems, including children under 5 and adults over 65, may encounter more severe symptoms necessitating medical intervention or hospitalization.