Several reports of severe illnesses linked to Diamond Shruumz products have prompted health officials in Georgia and nationwide to issue a warning about the products.
According to the Georgia Department of Public Health, the chocolate bars, cones, and gummies are not safe for consumption and should be discarded by anyone who has purchased them.
A release from the DPH says that while the products are widely available at retailers nationwide, they may still be on sale in some places. Health officials are urging all retailers to remove the products from their shelves, and consumers to discard any products they have purchased.
“Diamond Shruumz products may contain harmful and undisclosed ingredients, including psychoactive compounds that can cause serious illness when eaten,” the release says. These ‘edibles’ are often sold as gummy candies, chocolates, or other snack foods that frequently appeal to children and teenagers.
Health officials say that so far, 58 illnesses have been reported in 27 states in connection with the products. Of those who have fallen ill, more than half were hospitalized, and there is one death that is currently under investigation.
Anyone who develops symptoms of this illness should contact their health care provider immediately, the release says. Symptoms of the illness include hallucinations, uncontrolled movements, fast or slow heart rate, high or low blood pressure, flushed skin, and gastrointestinal effects (such as nausea, vomiting, or abdominal pain). Other severe adverse effects have been reported, including seizures, decreased level of consciousness, loss of consciousness, confusion, sleepiness, and respiratory failure.
For more information on the recall of the products, visit the FDA or CDC websites.
