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Peanut Butter Food Poisoning

In February 2009, the peanut butter food poisoning scandal continued as the Peanut Corporation of America admitted that its possibly Salmonella-contaminated peanut products have been shipped not only to institutional customers — such as schools, nursing homes, and prisons — but also to retailers across the U.S. — including 99 Cents Only stores, Dollar General, and Dollar Tree stores. To date, thousands of people have ingested the many types of food products containing Peanut Corporation of America peanut ingredients.

Over 600 cases of Salmonella poisoning related to Peanut Corporation of America ingredients have been reported to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, and eight deaths have been confirmed as related to the peanut butter food poisoning issue.

Peanut Corporation of America and Peanut Butter Food Poisoning

Peanut Corporation of America-processed peanut butter and other products were recalled after a food poisoning health alert was issued by the U.S. FDA. The Salmonella was traced to the Peanut Corporation of America's facility in Blakely , Georgia , which was closed down in January 2009. Peanut Corporation of America is under criminal investigation by the FBI in regard to the peanut butter food poisoning.

Salmonella Symptoms

The symptoms of Salmonella food poisoning usually show up 12 to 72 hours after an individual eats a Salmonella-contaminated product. The symptoms of Salmonella infection (salmonellosis) include:

Abdominal cramps
Diarrhea
Dysuria (painful or difficult urination)
Fever

In most cases of Salmonella food poisoning, the symptoms last 4–7 days. However, in some cases, the Salmonella-caused diarrhea can be serious enough that the infected person needs medical care. People who are in poor health or have a weakened immune system are at a greater risk if they contract food poisoning. The Salmonella bacteria can get into the bloodstream, causing life-threatening infections.

Other Peanut Butter Products

Over 1,000 brands of food containing PCA peanut ingredients have been recalled as of February 2009, including products from NutriSystem, Kroger, Country Maid, Kashi and many others.

Contact a Peanut Butter Food Poisoning Attorney

If food poisoning from eating a PCA peanut butter product has made you or a family member suffer severe illness, you can learn about your legal options when you contact a qualified peanut butter attorney. Schedule a private consultation today, and explore the legal remedies for your food poisoning experience.

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