![]() ![]() Testing of three people’s samples using standard antibiotic susceptibility testing methods by CDC’s National Antimicrobial Resistance Monitoring System (NARMS) confirmed these results (streptomycin was not tested by this method). WGS of bacteria from 10 people’s samples predicted resistance to chloramphenicol, streptomycin, sulfisoxazole, tetracycline, and trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole. This suggests that people in this outbreak got sick from the same food. WGS showed that bacteria from sick people’s samples were closely related genetically. DNA fingerprinting is performed on bacteria using a method called whole genome sequencing (WGS). CDC PulseNet manages a national database of DNA fingerprints of bacteria that cause foodborne illnesses. ![]() Public health investigators used the PulseNet system to identify illnesses that were part of this outbreak. However, FDA did not identify a single production code in their traceback. Both brands of Organic Power Greens have the same mix of leafy greens: organic spinach, mizuna, kale, and chard.įDA conducted a traceback investigation and identified farms from the Yuma, AZ and Salinas, CA growing regions that supplied the Organic Power Greens. Nine people reported eating Organic Power Greens sold under the Simple Truth Organic brand (8) and the Nature’s Basket brand (1), and seven people’s shopper records showed the purchase of these products. State and local public health officials interviewed people about the foods they ate in the week before they got sick. Of 10 people with information available, 4 were hospitalized and 2 developed a type of kidney failure called hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS). Sick people ranged in age from 26 to 79 years, with a median age of 59, and 100% were female. Illnesses started on dates ranging from November 27, 2021, to Decem(see timeline). This is because many people recover without medical care and are not tested for E. ![]() The true number of sick people in this outbreak is likely much higher than the number reported, and the outbreak may not have been limited to the states with known illnesses. coli O157:H7 were reported from four states (see map). ![]() Epidemiologic and Traceback DataĪ total of 10 people infected with the outbreak strain of E. Įpidemiologic and traceback data showed that Simple Truth Organic brand and Nature’s Basket brand Organic Power Greens made people sick.Īs of March 3, 2022, this outbreak is over. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) investigated a multistate outbreak of E. The Babyganics health and safety team is also available 24/7 at 83.CDC, public health and regulatory officials in several states, and the U.S. This website will also provide instructions to consumers for how to dispose of the product.Ĭonsumers who have come into contact with the affected product and aren’t feeling well should contact their doctor. Consumers with the affected product will be provided with a full refund after submitting their product and contact information at. Our testing confirmed that no other Babyganics products contained this bacterium.īabyganics takes pride in its commitment to vigorous consumer safety standards and providing peace of mind for parents, which is why the decision was made to voluntarily recover these bottles from retailers and to proactively reach out to consumers. The products were sold in the last two months only at select retailers in the U.S. The only products affected are babyganics® 20oz chamomile verbena bubble bath UPC 8 13277 01375 4 with lot codes Y314 and Y315 found at the bottom of the packaging and contained in a white plastic bottle with a green plastic lid. However, it may pose a risk of infection to those who are immunocompromised or have broken or irritated skin, such as diaper rash. While infants may be more susceptible than adults, Pluralibacter gergoviae does not usually cause healthy individuals to become sick. Ap– Babyganics is voluntarily recalling two lots of 20-ounce bottles of babyganics® 20oz chamomile verbena bubble bath, due to the presence of the bacterium Pluralibacter gergoviae.ĭuring internal testing related to product shelf life across the Babyganics bubble bath line, it was discovered that two specific lot numbers of this product contained the bacterium. Consumers should visit to check product status ![]()
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