On July 3, 2026, the FDA and CDC released a critical health advisory linking a current E. coli outbreak to frozen blueberries available at Publix grocery stores in eight states. A recall has been initiated for products from Frutas y Hortalizas del Sur S.A. The affected blueberries have been shipped to locations in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia. The strain of E. coli detected can lead to severe gastrointestinal symptoms, including bloody diarrhea and potentially fatal kidney failure in young children, necessitating prompt medical care. The CDC recommends that consumers who have bought frozen blueberries from Publix within the last month inspect their freezers and dispose of any recalled items immediately. Publix is providing complete refunds for these products without requiring a receipt.
