# Major Recall Alert: All FDA-Regulated Products Held at Facility Recalled Due to Potential Salmonella Contamination, Rodent and Avian Contamination, and Unsanitary Conditions
Gold Star Distribution, Inc. has announced a nationwide recall of all FDA-regulated products held at their facility due to concerns over **potential Salmonella contamination**, the presence of rodent and avian contamination, and unsanitary storage conditions. This recall spans a wide range of products, including **drugs, medical devices, cosmetics, dietary supplements, human food, and pet food**. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) found these products were stored in facilities with serious sanitary violations, creating a high risk of contamination.
## Why This Recall is Important
This recall poses an alarming health risk to consumers and pets due to:
- **The potential presence of Salmonella**: This dangerous bacteria can lead to severe infections in humans and animals, especially those with weakened immune systems. In rare cases, it can cause life-threatening conditions.
- **Rodent and avian contamination**: The FDA reported the facility had evidence of **rodent excreta, rodent urine, and bird droppings** in storage areas, resulting in possible contamination of products with harmful microorganisms and filth.
- **Widespread impact**: Contaminated items may include human and pet food, cosmetics, medical devices, drugs, and dietary supplements, putting both people and animals at risk of severe health issues.
The **FDA has emphasized the dangers** of using these products, as they may lead to bacterial infections such as **Salmonella**, skin irritations, device-associated infections, gastrointestinal illness, and more.
## Details of the Recall
- **Brands Affected**: Multiple brand names
- **Recalled Products**: All FDA-regulated products held at Gold Star Distribution’s facility. These include:
- Drugs
- Medical devices
- Cosmetics
- Dietary supplements
- Human and pet food
- **Reason for Recall**: Potential Salmonella contamination and unsanitary storage conditions, including rodent and bird contamination.
- **Health Risks**:
- **Humans**: Infections with symptoms like fever, diarrhea (sometimes bloody), nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. Severe cases may result in arterial infections, endocarditis, or arthritis.
- **Pets**: Adverse reactions due to contaminated pet food, including the risk of leptospirosis from rodent contamination.
- **Products Not Affected**: Frozen and refrigerated items shipped directly to retail or convenience stores by the manufacturer.
No illnesses related to this recall have been reported as of yet, but Gold Star urges extreme caution.
For a full list of affected products, visit the official FDA recall notice [here](https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/gold-star-distribution-inc-issues-recall-certain-fda-regulated-products-three-states-including-drugs).
## What You Should Do
If you or your pet have recently purchased FDA-regulated products distributed by Gold Star, take the following actions immediately:
- **Do not use or consume affected products**: Discontinue use and destroy them to minimize health risks.
- **Verify disposal**: Destroying the products should be accompanied by a receipt provided to Gold Star at **1000 N. Humboldt Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55411**.
- **Request a Refund**: Refunds are available upon request. Do not ship the affected products back to Gold Star.
- **Contact a physician or veterinarian**: If you or your pet exhibit symptoms potentially related to these products, seek medical attention.
- **Report issues**: Adverse reactions can be reported to the FDA’s MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program online or via the FDA **SmartHub.**
For additional questions, contact Gold Star directly at **612-617-9800**, available 7 days a week from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM CST.
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For more information about this recall and the full list of products, visit the [FDA’s official notice](https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/gold-star-distribution-inc-issues-recall-certain-fda-regulated-products-three-states-including-drugs). Stay vigilant and prioritize your safety!