Growing Cantaloupe Listeria Outbreak Linked to Jensen Farms in Colorado
Rocky Ford Colorado cantaloupe grown by Jensen Farms are being recalled due to a Listeria health risk in the midst of a cantaloupe Listeria outbreak that has killed two people and seriously sickened at least 20 others in seven states.
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The latest cantaloupe Listeria update shows the outbreak has spread to West Virginia. Colorado and New Mexico are hardest hit. One person from each of those states has died from an infection of Listeria monocytogenes, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said. "Listeriosis illnesses in several other states are currently being investigated by state and local health departments to determine if they are part of this outbreak.'' All illnesses started on or after August 15.
CDC has said there is strong evidence the outbreak originated in the Rocky Ford cantaloupe growing region of Southeast Colorado and a headline on the CDC's latest update says the following:
"Multistate Outbreak of Listeriosis Linked to Rocky Ford Cantaloupes from Jensen Farms''
Source tracing of the cantaloupes that ill persons ate indicated that they were produced by Jensen Farms and were marketed as being from the Rocky Ford region. These cantaloupes were harvested in August and September, were distributed widely in the United States, and may still be available in grocery stores, the CDC said. Images of Jensen Farms whole cantaloupes were published in the recall notice by the Food and Drug Administration. Jensen Farms is a 3rd generation family farm of the Holly, Colorado.
The severity and urgency of this outbreak has prompted national food safety law firm PritzkerOlsen, P.A., to establish a claims center for individuals and families who are harmed. Outbreaks of listeriosis are preventable and cantaloupe growers are aware of industry practices designed to ensure wholesome product. Cantaloupe lawsuit case consultations are available at 1-888-377-8900 (Toll Free) or by reaching the firm online with basic contact information. There is no charge for this discussion of your legal options.
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