Sierra Nevada Graziers Raw Milk Cheese E. coli O26:H11 Outbreak
📅 Ongoing - Current
📍 California, Colorado, Georgia, Kentucky, Michigan, Nevada, Oregon, Tennessee, Utah
Impacted Products
- Brand: Sierra Nevada Cheese Company (Graziers line)
- Products: Raw milk cheeses including Medium Cheddar, Sharp Cheddar, Jalapeño Jack, and Monterey Jack.
- Packaging: 8-ounce and 16-ounce retail packages, as well as 5-pound wholesale loaves.
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Federal health authorities—including the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)—are actively investigating a multistate outbreak of Shiga toxin-producing E. coli O26:H11 infections tied directly to raw milk cheese products.
Outbreak Details and Health Impact
According to federal surveillance data, confirmed cases span across nine states, leading to multiple hospitalizations and severe complications, including Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (HUS), a dangerous kidney condition.
Recalled Products
Sierra Nevada Cheese Company initiated a voluntary recall of all varieties of its Graziers raw milk cheese products distributed nationwide through retail stores and specialty distributors.
What Consumers Should Do
Check your refrigerator for recalled Sierra Nevada Graziers cheese. Do not consume it; discard it securely or return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.
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