Public Health Alert Issued for Ground Beef Sold at Whole Foods Due to E. coli Contamination
U.S. officials warn of potential E. coli contamination in Organic Rancher ground beef sold at Whole Foods, urging consumers to discard affected products.
Overview
The USDA has issued a public health alert for Organic Rancher ground beef sold at Whole Foods, potentially contaminated with E. coli. The affected products, produced on May 22 and 23, 2025, have use-by dates of June 19 and 20, 2025. Although no illnesses have been reported, consumers are advised to discard or return the products. E. coli can cause severe health issues, particularly in young children and older adults. The beef was processed in the U.S. after being produced in Australia or Uruguay and distributed nationwide.
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Analysis
- The articles raise awareness about potential E. coli contamination in ground beef sold at Whole Foods.
- They emphasize the importance of consumer vigilance and safety measures regarding food products.
- Overall, the tone is cautionary, urging consumers to stay informed about health risks.
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"…Officials urge people not to consume it."
CBS News·1M·"…The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service has issued a public health alert for ground beef products sold at Whole Foods stores in over 25 states that tested positive for E. coli, the agency announced this week."
USA TODAY·1M·"…U.S. agriculture officials are warning that ground beef sold at Whole Foods markets nationwide may be contaminated with potentially dangerous E. coli bacteria."
Associated Press·1M·FAQ
The affected products are 1-lb vacuum-sealed packages of Organic Rancher Organic Ground Beef (85% lean, 15% fat) with 'Use or Freeze By' dates of June 19 and 20, 2025. These products were produced on May 22 and 23, 2025.
Consuming E. coli-contaminated ground beef can lead to severe health issues, including dehydration, bloody diarrhea, and abdominal cramps. It can also cause hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS), particularly in children under five and older adults.
No confirmed reports of illness have been reported thus far.
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