Popular candy sold at Target, Walmart recalled over salmonella risk

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US health officials have escalated a product recall on popular Palmer candy items sold at several retail stores, including Target and Walmart.

The Iowa-based Palmer Candy Company initially pulled out their “white coated confectionary items” over a possible salmonella contamination risk. 

It was a precautionary action initiated by the Palmer Candy Company after being notified by its liquid coating supplier of potential contamination.

Last Aug. 6, the FDA upgraded the recall to Class 1 — the most serious category covering products that pose a risk of serious health consequences or death.

What You Need To Know About The Class I Palmer Candy Recall https://t.co/A1yaGDBQo4

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Items on the recall list

Here’s a list of the recalled products:

• Classic Yogurt Pretzels
• Caramel Swirl Pretzels
• Zebra Fudge Cookies
• Enrobed Pretzel Rods
• Cookies & Cream Yummy Chow
• Favorite Day Bakery White Fudge Mini Cookies
• Frosted Patriot Frosted Pretzels
• Frosted Munchy Medley Bowl
• Frosted Pretzels
• Munchy Medley
• Patriotic Pretzels
• Patriotic Munchy Medley Bowl
• Patriotic Red
• White & Blue Pretzel Twists 
• Patriotic Snack Mix

For more information and a full list of recalled Palmer candy items, visit the FDA website. These items have been distributed across 17 US states and Canada. 

Additionally, consumers have been alerted about products under the brand names Great Value, Casey’s and Every True Tiger. No illnesses have been reported as of this writing. 

Most salmonella infections cause symptoms like diarrhea, nausea and fever, which can begin from six hours to six days after getting infected.

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The infection can become severe and even life-threatening for vulnerable individuals, such as young children, the elderly and those with weakened immune systems, according to the FDA.

While the majority recover without medical assistance, salmonella infection has led to 400 deaths and 26,000 hospitalizations annually in the US alone.

Consumers who have purchased these items are advised to return them to the store for a full refund. If you have any questions or need more information, you may contact Palmer Candy Company at 1-800-831-0828 during business hours.