Recalled mushroom products linked to multiple poisonings in SC: Health department

The SC Department of Public Health issued a warning urging consumers to stay away from Diamond Shruumz-brand chocolate bars, gummies, or cones after reported poisonings.
(Photo: FDA)

(WCIV) — The South Carolina Department of Public Health issued a warning Thursday urging consumers to stay away from Diamond Shruumz-brand chocolate bars, gummies, or cones after South Carolina reported seven poisonings that required hospitalization linked to the company’s mushroom-containing products.

“DPH has been working closely with our partners at the Palmetto Poison Center and the Department of Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Services to investigate these poisonings in South Carolina and ensure that these dangerous products are no longer on shelves in our state,” Department of Public Health Director Dr. Edward Simmer said.

The Food and Drug Administration issued a recall for the products June 27 after reports of seizures, nervous system depression, muscle tremors, abnormal heart rate, mental confusion, nausea and vomiting came flooding in from around the United States, the department said.

74 hospitalizations have occurred across 28 states which have been linked with the faulty products, according to the FDA. Included in that number are 2 potentially associated deaths.

The SC Department of Public Health issued a warning urging consumers to stay away from Diamond Shruumz-brand chocolate bars, gummies, or cones after reported poisonings.
(Photo: FDA)

“Poison centers across the United States, including the Palmetto Poison Center, which serves all of South Carolina, have received reports of severe toxicity from the consumption of Diamond Shruumz- brand chocolate bars, cones, and gummies.” Medical Director of Palmetto Poison Center Dr. William Richardson said.

The FDA warns that, despite the recall, stores may continue to stock Diamond Shruumz products on shelves. The organization advises all consumers to pay attention, and avoid buying any recalled product made by Diamond Shruumz.

“We are mobilizing our network of prevention professionals to help inform retailers about the recall of Diamond Shruumz products, but it is also vital that parents and caregivers talk to our state’s young people about the dangers of such products” Director of the Department of Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Services Sara Goldsby said.

To report a poisoning, call South Carolina’s Palmetto Poison Center at 1-800-222-1222.