Frozen Vegetable Listeria Outbreak
On July 15, 2016, the investigation into the outbreak of Listeria associated with contaminated frozen vegetable products produced by CRF Frozen Foods has concluded.
Nine People Sickened, Three Deaths in Frozen Vegetable Listeria Outbreak
Nine people were infected with the outbreak strains of Listeria, all of whom were hospitalized. Three of these individuals died, though Listeriosis was considered to be a cause of death for one individual.
FROZEN VEGETABLE LISTERIA OUTBREAK LAWSUIT
The Weinberg Law Firm is currently assisting victims of Listeria food poisoning outbreaks nationwide. To those suffering due to the Frozen Vegetable Listeria Outbreak, we are ready to help you.
If you or a loved one was sickened after consuming a Listeria contaminated product, please fill out the Free Legal Case Evaluation Form found on this page. You can also call us toll free, 24/7 at 877-934-6274. Let us help you take the first step toward seeking compensation for your food poisoning injuries.
Investigation of Frozen Vegetable Listeria Outbreak
The investigation found that frozen vegetables produced by CRF Frozen Foods of Pasco, Washington and sold under various brand names were a likely source of illnesses in this outbreak. After this revelation, CRF Foods initiated a widespread recall.
Despite the end of the investigation, there is still a possibility that consumers may continue to contract Listeriosis because recalled products may still be in freezers and people who don’t know about the recalls could eat them.
CRF Frozen Foods Recall Includes Over 350 Products
On May 2, 2016, CRF Frozen Foods expanded the initial April 23, 2016 recall to include more than 350 organic and traditional frozen vegetable and fruit products sold under 42 separate brands, as well as at least 100 other products prepared by other companies that contained recalled ingredients from CRF Frozen Foods.
Information on Listeria and Listeriosis
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimate that there are 1,591 cases of foodborne listeriosis, resulting in 255 deaths, in the U.S. each year. Listeriosis affects primarily older adults, individuals with weakened immune systems, and pregnant women.
Listeria and Listeriosis Symptoms
Listeriosis symptoms may include fever, muscle aches, fatigue, and sometimes gastrointestinal symptoms, such as nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea.
Infection with Listeria may remain limited to intestinal tract (non-invasive), or the bacteria may spread beyond the intestinal tract (invasive) causing a life-threatening septicemia or meningitis. Other complications may include endocarditis, abscess formation, pneumonia, and eye and or joint inflammation
