Following notification from state regulators in Pennsylvania that a sample of the company’s product tested positive for salmonella, the company decided to issue a recall of the affected inventory. According to the results of the tests, there were three distinct strains of salmonella present: Salmonella Javiana, Salmonella Mgulani, and Salmonella Weltevreden.
The prolonged shelf life of this product raises concerns about the possibility that it may have made its way into the homes of end users as a result of the longer shelf life.
Small grocery stores in the states of California, Florida, Texas, Illinois, Georgia, Washington, Arizona, Louisiana, Wisconsin, Ohio, Oklahoma, and Pennsylvania were among those that received the recalled merchandise.
The Following Items Have Been Put Under Recall:
- Golden Koi’s Black Fungus (Nam Meo)
- This particular brand of black fungus has a best-before date of October 2024 for its shelf life and optimal purchase time.
- Presented in a container with a capacity of 2.5 ounces.
- This product has been assigned the item code TW4115.
There have been no confirmed cases of Salmonella infection that have been linked to this particular product up until the time that the recall was announced.
Customers who have already purchased the TW4115 Black Fungus (Nam Meo) product that has been recalled are urged to return it to the retailer from which they acquired it in order to receive a full refund, or they should immediately get rid of it.
The recall operation is being carried out in conjunction with the Department of Public Health in the state of California.
What Exactly is an Infection Caused by Salmonella?
Consuming food that is contaminated with salmonella bacteria, even if the food does not show any evident indications of decomposition, can lead to an ailment known as salmonellosis.
According to the CDC, this virus can affect anyone, but it is particularly dangerous for newborns, children, seniors, and those with compromised immune systems due to the fragility of their immune systems.
If you have taken any of the recalled Black Fungus products and are displaying symptoms of a Salmonella infection, it is imperative that you get medical assistance as soon as possible.
It is important that you discuss the possibility of being exposed to Salmonella germs with your primary care physician because the diagnosis requires certain testing. It is essential to keep in mind that the signs and symptoms of a salmonella infection might be similar to those of other illnesses, which can lead to a wrong diagnosis.
Within 12 to 72 hours of consuming contaminated food, symptoms of a salmonella infection can present themselves. These symptoms can include diarrhea, stomach pains, and fever. In a normal situation, a healthy adult will feel sick for anywhere between four and seven days. However, depending on the severity of the diarrhea, hospitalization can be required in some instances.
Certain groups of people, including older adults, children, pregnant women, and those with compromised immune systems, such as cancer patients, have a higher chance of getting severe illnesses and potentially life-threatening conditions. This increased risk is due to the fact that certain groups of people are more likely to be exposed to harmful bacteria and viruses.
It is conceivable for someone to become infected with a disease but to display no symptoms whatsoever after the virus has taken hold. They are nevertheless capable of passing the infection on to other people despite this.
