Hepatitis A Outbreak

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Frozen Berries Linked to Hepatitis A Outbreak

New - June 3, 2013

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) are investigating an outbreak of Hepatitis A that may be linked to Townsend Farms Organic Anti-Oxidant Blend, a frozen berry and pomegranate seed mix. As of May 31, 2013, there had been 30 individuals from 5 states infected with Hepatitis A. The CDC recommends that consumers not eat this frozen food and discard any remaining product.

Symptoms of Hepatitis A occur within 15-50 days of exposure and include:

yellow eyes or skin
abdominal pain
pale stools
dark urine

If you experience such symptoms, seek medical attention. If you consumed this product within the past few weeks and have never been vaccinated for Hepatitis A, contact your health care provider to see if you should be vaccinated.

Links to other resources related to this outbreak:

Idaho Department of Health & Welfare: Idaho Stores Sold Berries Linked to National Hepatitis Outbreak No Idaho illness reported; people who purchased berries are being notified

Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) - Multistate outbreak of Hepatitis A potentially associated with a frozen berry blend food product

U.S. Food and Drug Administration - FDA Investigates Multistate Outbreak of Hepatitis A Illnesses Potentially Associated with a Frozen Food Blend

Townsend Farms Voluntarily Recalls Limited Lots of Frozen Organic Antioxidant Blend Products Due To Possible Health Risk

Hepatitis A Frequently Asked Questions for the Public (CDC)

Information on Hepatitis A Vaccination - Eastern Idaho Public Health District's Immunization Program: (208) 533-3235

Images of Berries included in the Recall:

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