Its been expanded check the news Re: Bravo Farms Dutch Style Gouda recalled for E-coli

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> http://www.fda.gov/NewsEvents/Newsroom/PressAnnouncements/ucm232748.htm
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> FDA NEWS RELEASE
>
> For Immediate Release: Nov. 4, 2010
> Media Inquiries: Siobhan DeLancey, 301-796-4668,
> siobhan....@fda.hhs.gov
> Consumer Inquiries: 888-INFO-FDA
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> FDA, CDC, and Costco warn consumers to avoid Bravo Farms Dutch Style
> Gouda cheese
> Raw milk cheese may be related to outbreak of E. coli infections
>
> Fast Facts
>
> * Bravo Farms Dutch Style Gouda cheese, (Costco item 40654)
> offered for sale and in cheese sampling events at Costco Wholesale
> Corporation (Costco) locations is preliminarily linked with an
> outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 infections. This cheese is made from raw
> milk.
>
> * Consumers who have any of this cheese should not eat it. They
> should return the cheese to the place of purchase or dispose of it in
> a closed plastic bag and place in a sealed trash can to prevent people
> or animals, including wild animals, from eating it.
> * Most people infected with E. coli O157:H7 develop diarrhea and
> abdominal cramps, but some illnesses may last longer and can be more
> severe. While most people recover within a week, some may develop a
> severe infection. Rarely, as symptoms of diarrhea improve, a type of
> kidney failure called hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) can occur; this
> can happen at any age but is most common in children under 5 years old
> and in older adults. People with HUS should be hospitalized
> immediately, as their kidneys may stop working and they may be at risk
> for other serious health problems.
> * As of Thursday, November 4, 2010, 25 persons infected with the
> outbreak strain of E. coli O157:H7have been reported from five states
> since mid-October. The number of ill persons identified in each state
> with this strain is as follows: AZ (11), CA (1), CO (8), NM (3) and NV
> (2). There have been 9 reported hospitalizations, 1 possible case of
> hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS), and no deaths.
>
>
> What is the Problem?
> The U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the Centers for Disease
> Control and Prevention join Costco Wholesale Corporation (Costco), in
> warning consumers not to consume Bravo Farms Dutch Style Gouda cheese
> (Costco item 40654), as this cheese may be associated with an outbreak
> of E.coli O157:H7 infections. The cheese was available for sale, and
> free samples were offered for in-store tasting at Costco in Arizona,
> California, Colorado, New Mexico and Nevada.
>
> What are the Symptoms of Illness/Injury?
> Most people infected with E. coli O157:H7 develop diarrhea and
> abdominal cramps, but some illnesses may last longer and can be more
> severe. While most people recover within a week, some may develop a
> severe infection. Rarely, as symptoms of diarrhea improve, a type of
> kidney failure called hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) can occur; this
> can happen at any age but is most common in children under 5 years old
> and in older adults. People with HUS should be hospitalized
> immediately, as their kidneys may stop working and they may be at risk
> for other serious health problems.
>
> What Do Consumers Need To Do?
> Do not eat Bravo Farms Dutch Style Gouda cheese (Costco Item 40654)
> purchased at Costco. Consumers should return this product to the place
> of purchase or dispose of it in a closed plastic bag and place in a
> sealed trash can to prevent people or animals, including wild animals,
> from eating them. Anyone who experienced signs or symptoms of E. coli
> O157:H7 infection should contact his or her healthcare provider
> immediately. Healthcare providers should report any suspected
> infection to state or local public health authorities right away.
>
> Where is it Distributed?
> Costco offered the Bravo Farms Dutch Style Gouda cheese for sale and
> for in-store tasting at its stores in Arizona, California, Colorado,
> New Mexico and Nevada.
>
> What is Being Done to Protect Consumers?
> The FDA, CDC and Costco are working together on the investigation and
> will update the public with more information as soon as it is
> available. As more information becomes available, the recommendations
> to consumers may change. The FDA, in conjunction with the state of
> California, has initiated an investigation at Bravo Farms.
>
> In addition, Costco is advising consumers to return any remaining
> Bravo Farms Dutch Style Gouda cheese they may have at home to Costco
> for a full refund. Costco has voluntarily removed the cheese from its
> stores and, using card purchase records, has notified consumers by
> phone of the situation.
>
> Costco Press Release
>
> The information in this press release reflects FDA�s best efforts to
> communicate what the manufacturer has reported to FDA.
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