Walmart ground beef recalled over E. coli concerns: what to check for in the label and what to do if you bought it

On 1 May, the US Department of Agriculture issued a massive recall on beef sold at Walmart over concerns that more than sixteen thousand pounds had been contained with E. coli. The meat was produced by the food giant, Cargill, and more information on the recall can be sought by contacting Cargill Meat Solutions at 1-844-419-1574

What products have been recalled?

For more details on the recall, please visit the USDA’s website, which provides more details for customers who believe they purchased a contaminated product. Those covered by the recall include:

The products were produced on the 26th and 27th of April, giving customers a timeline as to when they could have purchased a contaminated product. If you have one of these products in your fridge, throw it away. It is never worth the risk of infection by consuming contaminated food products.

What are the symptoms of E. coli?

So far, no cases of E. coli have been reported, but those who may have consumed one of the affected products should keep an eye out for symptoms which include:

The threat to young children and older adults is highest as they are more susceptible to kidney failure that can be caused by the E. coli bacteria called hemolytic uremic syndrome. Emergency medical assistance should be sought if the following symptoms are noticed: easy bruising, pallor, and decreased urine output.