North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) warns people about recalled Diamond ShruumzTM products, advising North Dakotans they should not eat, sell, or serve the products. On June 28, the FDA announced a company recall involving Prophet Premium Blends Diamond ShruumzTM chocolate bars, cones, gummies and related products, however, many stores that sell these items are not licensed and regulated by the state. Products may still be available to buy online and through retailers that sell hemp-derived and smoking and vaping products.
HHS together with the poison control center has identified a death in the state that could potentially be associated to Diamond ShruumzTM brand products. The exact cause has not been verified at this time. HHS, along with the poison control center, FDA, and state partners continue to investigate.
According to the CDC, as of July 2, forty-eight illnesses have been reported in 24 states including one in North Dakota. Forty-six of the 48 people reported seeking medical care, and 27 have been hospitalized.
Symptoms have included seizures, loss of consciousness, confusion, sleepiness, abnormal heart rates, high or low blood pressure, nausea and vomiting.
Individuals who become ill and suspect poisoning can contact the Poison Center at 800-222-1222.
Updates about this investigation and recall are available at www.cdc.gov/environmental-health-studies/outbreak-investigation-diamond-shruumz-products/index.html.