Mexican Dip May Contain Bacteria

Thu., Jan. 27, 2000

From Staff Reports

Idaho health officials are urging residents not to eat a packaged five-layer Mexican dip because it may contain bacteria that causes abdominal cramps, fever and bloody diarrhea.

Senor Felix’s 5-Layer Fiesta Dip in 16-, 20- and 40-ounce containers has been voluntarily recalled by its California maker because it may contain shigella bacteria.

One case of shigellosis has been reported in the Boise area, health officials say.

The dip was distributed in Idaho through Costco, according to the state Department of Health and Welfare.

Shigellosis symptoms usually develop within one to three days after eating contaminated food. Many sufferers get better on their own, but severe cases may require antibiotics.

Local journalism is essential.

Give directly to The Spokesman-Review's Northwest Passages community forums series -- which helps to offset the costs of several reporter and editor positions at the newspaper -- by using the easy options below. Gifts processed in this system are tax deductible.

Meet Our Journalists

Jesse Tinsley

Meet Jesse Tinsley. As a certified drone pilot, this veteran Spokesman-Review photographer often can be seen capturing beautiful aerial photographs of our region. Sometimes though, the job requires getting down with the dogs.
Jim Meehan

Jim Meehan is no stranger to Zag Nation. As the lead writer covering the Gonzaga men’s basketball team, he tells the stories behind the game and gets fans a bit closer to their favorite players.
Molly Quinn

There is no artist in Spokane like Molly Quinn. Her whimsical style is instantly recognizable to readers of The Spokesman-Review. She has painted gorgeous illustrations that instantly elevate the journalism accompanying it. She brings to life the stories that defy photography. She makes our pages better.
Rob Curley

Spokesman-Review editor Rob Curley loves to talk with people and learn about their lives, whether it's a best-selling author or a stranger he meets downtown on his walk to lunch. It's that inquisitive nature combined with a playful sense of storytelling that helps make our newspaper different than most.