Friday, November 5, 2010

Costco cheese sold in 5 states linked to E. Coli

A Gouda Cheese recently sold by Costco Wholesale Corporation has been linked to an E. Coli outbrake that has sickened 25 people in 5 states.

The Bravo Farms Gouda cheese in question was sold and offered for in store tasting between Oct 5 and Nov 1 in Arizona, California, New Mexico, Colorado and Nevada.

No death were reported, yet 9 people had to be hospitalized.

Symptoms of E. Coli include bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping, and dehydration. E. Coli can cause severe anemia and kidney failure that can lead to death. Symptoms start 3-4 days after contact with E. Coli.

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