Number of People Falling Ill After Consuming Diamond Shruumz Gummies Rises to 26: CDC

Some of the hospitalized individuals required mechanical ventilation, intubation, and ICU care.

The FDA is investigating Diamond-Shruumz Microdosing candy bars after hospitalizations were reported. Courtesy of the FDA

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has updated the number of people who have fallen ill from consuming “Diamond Shruumz” food products to 26.

“CDC and FDA have received reports of severe acute illnesses and other adverse effects following consumption of Diamond Shruumz brand chocolate bars, cones, and gummies reported to multiple poison control centers across the United States,” the agency said in a June 18 update. “As of June 17, 2024, 26 total illnesses, including 16 hospitalizations, have been reported in 16 U.S. states with ongoing efforts to identify other potential cases. No deaths have been reported.”