Mamey is also called sapote or zapote, and is a tropical fruit grown primarily in Central and South America. It is prepared by removing the inner seed and consuming the flesh raw, or adding it to milkshakes, jellies, or other foods or beverages. When preparing frozen mamey fruit pulp, it is peeled and mashed, and then consumed as a shake or smoothie. Frozen mamey pulp is available in grocery stores throughout the US. Packages have a shelf life of 2-3 years. The product has been recalled from grocery stores, and consumers should check their freezers.
Fruiti Pops of Santa Fe Springs has recalled their frozen fruit bars that use the product.
CDC says anyone who suspects they might have Typhoid Fever should see a doctor immediately. The symptoms are a sustained fever, which can be as high as 103° to 104° F (39° to 40° C), weakness, or stomach pains, headache, loss of appetite, diarrhea or constipation, and in some cases, a rash of flat, rose-colored spots. Anyone who might have consumed the product or been around someone who has should visit their health care professional to determine if they are infected with Salmonella, and if they are a part of this outbreaks.
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