Pistachios recalled in Washington for Salmonella threat

The pistachios that could be at risk, can be identified by "a 13-digit lot code number, which can be found on the lower back or bottom panel of the package". Two people have been hospitalized, but no deaths have been reported.

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says the pistachios, also sold under the brand names of Paramount Farms and Trader Joe's, have been recalled by the grower. Ill people range in age from 9 years to 69, with a median age of 31. There were two cases in Arizona and Washington.

The Wonderful products being recalled in Canada include roasted unsalted and salted pistachios in 200-gram, 225-gram and 25-pound packages with a "best if used by" label of Oct. 26, Oct. 27 and Nov. 2. Wonderful, which is based in California, advised consumers to throw the pistachios away.

According to the CDC, cases have occurred in nine different states, including Washington, Arizona, North Dakota, Minnesota, Michigan, Connecticut, Virginia, Georgia and Alabama.

"This investigation is ongoing, and we will update the public when more information becomes available." the statement concludes. The Salmonella lawyers of Marler Clark have represented thousands of victims of Salmonella and other foodborne illness outbreaks and have recovered over $600 million for clients.

The CDC has a guide on which pistachios were recalled and how to tell on its website.

Salmonella, a bacterial infection that causes vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal cramps and fever, is most commonly found in raw or undercooked meat, poultry and eggs.