Recall of raw milk cheese tied to E.coli

Though New Mexico currently has no confirmed cases linked to this recall, these products should be discarded or returned to the place of purchase for a refund.

Source: N.M. Department of Health
Photos: Courtesy U.S. Food & Drug Administration

SANTA FE, NM – The New Mexico Department of Health is advising the public not to consume recalled Sierra Nevada Graziers Raw Milk Cheese products. A nationwide recall has been issued after these products were linked to at least 13 Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC) infections in 9 states.

Though New Mexico currently has no confirmed cases linked to this recall, these products should be discarded or returned to the place of purchase for a refund.

STEC symptoms, which can last a few days to a few weeks, may include:

• Fever.
• Abdominal pain.
• Vomiting.
• Dehydration.
• Diarrhea (often with blood).

“STEC can lead to severe infections, particularly in children and people who are immunocompromised,” said Sarah Shrum Davis, Enteric Epidemiology Supervisor for the New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH). “It’s important for New Mexicans to be aware of recalls like this to avoid unnecessary illness.”

Rarely, STEC can lead to a complication called hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS). HUS is a rare but serious condition that primarily affects children under 5 years old, the elderly, and immunocompromised individuals.

If you are experiencing symptoms and believe you have consumed these products, please consult your health care provider.

For any questions, please call the NMDOH Helpline at 1-833-SWNURSE (1-833-796-8773) or text 66364.

More information on the outbreak, please visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website.

Additional information on the recall is available at the FDA Website.