The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS), along with the CDC and the FDA, is investigating reports of severe illnesses associated with Diamond Shruumz-brand chocolate bars, cones, and gummies.
DHS Chief Medical Officer and State Epidemiologist for the Bureau of Environmental and Occupational Health Sheryl Bedno explained in a news release that “The Diamond Shruumz-brand products may contain harmful and undisclosed ingredients that can cause serious illness when eaten, and we ask Wisconsinites who have purchased these products not to consume them.”
On June 12, the CDC released a Health Advisory reporting severe illnesses associated with Diamond Shruumz-brand products.
As of June 25th, a total of 39 illnesses have been reported in 20 different states. Of the 39 people who became ill after eating these products, more than half were hospitalized.
To date, Wisconsin has no reported cases.
People who become ill after eating these products should talk to their healthcare provider or seek medical care.
Wisconsinites can also call the Wisconsin Poison Center at 800-222-1222 to report symptoms. Anyone who has purchased these items should throw them away.