Publix has recalled one lot of its 10‑ounce Frozen GreenWise Organic IQF Blueberries due to concerns of E. coli contamination.
According to the recall notice, there have been reports of 12 confirmed E. coli illnesses.
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Chile-based supplier Frutas y Hortalizas del Sur S.A. announced the recall on July 3 after receiving reports of illnesses among consumers who had eaten the product, according to a recall notice posted by Publix.
The recalled blueberries were distributed to Publix stores in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee and Virginia.
The recall applies only to 10-ounce GreenWise Organic IQF Blueberries with lot code 60401 and a best-by date of Feb. 9, 2028. No other lot codes or best-by dates are included in the recall.
Publix advises customers to immediately discard or return affected blueberries to place of purchase for a full refund.
It advised that blueberries with a purchase date of July 3, 2026 or before should be discarded.
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USA TODAY noted:
Escherichia coli, more commonly known as E. coli, is a group of bacteria that normally lives in the gut of healthy humans and animals. However, under certain conditions, some strains of E. coli can be potentially deadly, causing infections in the gut, urinary tract or other parts of the body.
According to the Cleveland Clinic, common E. coli infection symptoms include:
- Watery diarrhea (sometimes bloody)
- Low fever
- Loss of appetite
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Stomach pains
- Fatigue
Symptoms may occur two to eight days after exposure.
