Candy & Cookies Contaminated with Salmonella Sold In Virginia

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by Cyn Mackley - SCDN

The FDA is warning Virginia residents about potentially dangerous candy and cookies sold in the state. Four different types of treats suspected to be tainted with Salmonella were sold at Virginia Supermarkets.

These products may be contaminated with Salmonella. The bacteria causes nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and cramps and can be extremely dangerous to children, the elderly, and those with compromised health.

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According to the FDA, the products were manufactured by West Virginia candy company Deskins using potentially contaminated Jiff Peanut Butter.

Affected products are 16-ounce containers of:

Peanut butter Fudge      UPC  7 33980 12311 7          expiration date 6/26
Peanut butter No Bakes  UPC   7 33980 12331 7         expiration date 6/21
Peanut butter Pinwheel   UPC   7 33980 12314 7         expiration date 6/16
Chocolate No Bakes        UPC  7 33980 12334 7         expiration date 6/26

The products were packaged in 16 oz clear plastic clamshells and sold at Kroger and Grants supermarkets.

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If you purchased the products in question, return products to place of purchase for full refund or dispose of the products in question and take precautionary measures to prevent the spread of Salmonella. Consumers with questions may contact Deskins at (304)324-1938 Monday- Friday from 8:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M EST.