{
  "id": 11123952,
  "title": "Raw milk cheese recalled in US over E. coli contamination fears",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/01/raw-milk-cheese-recalled-in-us-over-e-coli-contamination-fears",
  "topic": "health",
  "section": "Health & Medicine",
  "published": "2026-10-01T06:22:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "IOL",
    "slug": "iol",
    "url": "https://iol.co.za/lifestyle/2026-10-01-raw-milk-cheese-recalled-in-us-over-e-coli-contamination-fears/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Sierra Nevada Cheese Company has recalled all Graziers Raw Milk Cheese products due to potential E. coli O26:H11 contamination. The recall is voluntary and affects products distributed across the US through various channels. The FDA and CDC are currently investigating a multistate outbreak of E. coli O26:H11, though no specific lot or production date has been identified as the source. So far, 13 illnesses linked to the consumption of Graziers Raw Milk Medium Cheddar have been reported. E. coli O26:H11 is a strain of Shiga toxin-producing E. coli that can cause severe illness, including bloody diarrhea and, in rare cases, hemolytic uraemic syndrome, a life-threatening condition affecting kidneys. Those who have purchased the recalled cheese should avoid consumption and return the products for a refund or dispose of them appropriately. Sierra Nevada Cheese Company ceased production and shipment of the affected cheese upon learning of the FDA's inquiry and has been working with authorities to ensure consumer safety and provide necessary guidance.",
  "summary": "Sierra Nevada Cheese Company has recalled all Graziers Raw Milk Cheese currently in distribution across the US amid an ongoing investigation into a multistate E. coli O26:H11 outbreak.",
  "key_points": [
    "Sierra Nevada Cheese recalls Graziers Raw Milk Cheese due to E. coli O26:H11 contamination.",
    "13 illnesses reported from Graziers Raw Milk Medium Cheddar consumption.",
    "Company stopped production after FDA inquiry and offers refunds or disposal guidance."
  ],
  "editors_take": "The recall marks a significant disruption to Sierra Nevada Cheese Company's operations and may damage consumer trust in raw milk products, while also highlighting the risks associated with Shiga toxin-producing E. coli.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}