ROANOKE (WSLS 10) - Kroger announced the second recall in a week, affecting stores in the southwest Virginia region Wednesday.
According to Kroger's recall page on its website, single-bunch cilantro is recalled due to possible Cyclospora cayetanensis contamination. According to the CDC, cyclosporiasis is an intestinal illness caused by the microscopic parasite Cyclospora cayetanensis.
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"People can become infected with Cyclospora by consuming food or water contaminated with the parasite. People living or traveling in countries where cyclosporiasis is endemic may be at increased risk for infection." ~CDC.gov
Two recall notices were posted on Kroger's website - one July 27 and another July 28, regarding the cilantro recall. The most recent recall notice lists Kroger stores in Virginia and Eastern West Virginia.
CILANTRO BUNCH, 1 BUNCH, EACH
Affects: Kroger Stores located in: Greater Memphis area, Tennessee; Arkansas; Mississippi; Western Kentucky; North Carolina; Virginia; Eastern West Virginia; Eastern Kentucky; Southeastern Ohio;
Reason: This product may be contaminated with Cyclospora cayetanensis and, if eaten, could result in severe illness to those who may consume this product.
Recalled on: July-28-2015
CILANTRO BUNCH, 1 BUNCH, EACH
Affects: Kroger Stores located in Texas and Louisiana;
Reason: This product may be contaminated with Cyclospora cayetanensis and, if eaten, could result in severe illness to those who may consume this product.
Recalled on: July-27-2015