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health-and-safety1 year ago

"Recent Recalls: Listeria Contamination in Salad Kits, Dressings, and Dairy Products"

Dole Fresh Vegetables is recalling certain salad kits due to potential listeria contamination from cheese processed on the same line as the recalled cheese from Rizo-Lopez Foods. The recall affects Dole-branded, President’s Choice, and Marketside salad kits. The multistate outbreak of listeria infections linked to Rizo-Lopez Foods has prompted the recall of over 100 products. The CDC has reported two deaths and 23 hospitalizations related to the outbreak, with infections dating back to 2014. Consumers are urged to discard the affected products, and the FDA's recall list continues to be updated as the investigation unfolds.

health-food-safety1 year ago

"Multiple Retailers Issue Recalls Over Listeria Contamination Concerns"

Dole Fresh Vegetables, Inc. has issued a voluntary recall of certain salad kits due to potential cross contamination with cheeses recalled for possible listeria contamination. The affected products were sold in 25 states and several Canadian provinces, and customers are advised to dispose of them immediately. The recall stems from a previous recall by cheese supplier Rizo-López Foods, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has issued a food safety alert for the recalled cheeses potentially linked to a multistate outbreak of listeria. Listeria can cause severe illness, particularly in pregnant individuals, those aged 65 or older, and those with weakened immune systems.

health-food-safety1 year ago

"Dairy Product Recalls: Listeria Outbreak Prompts Walmart and Costco to Take Action"

Taylor Fresh Foods has recalled its Marketside Bacon Ranch Crunch Salad Kits sold at Walmart due to potential Listeria contamination in the cheese ingredient packets. The recall is an expansion of a national outbreak of Listeria monocytogenes, and the affected salad kits were sold in multiple states. Consumers are advised to discard the product and seek refunds, while those exhibiting symptoms of listeriosis should contact a healthcare provider.

health2 years ago

"Recall Alert: Listeria Contamination Prompts BrightFarms Salad Kit Recall in Multiple States"

BrightFarms is recalling salad and spinach kits sold in seven states, including Pennsylvania and New Jersey, due to a potential listeria risk. The spinach was grown by BrightFarms supplier "Element Farms" in Pompton Plains, New Jersey, and the positive listeria test was discovered after routine sampling. The impacted spinach was sold in clear, plastic containers with best-by-dates starting on January 11 and running through January 20, including varieties such as baby spinach, Mediterranean crunch kit, chickpea caesar crunch kit, bacon ranch crunch kit, and southwest chipotle. No illnesses have been reported so far.

health2 years ago

"Recall Issued for Listeria Risk in Salad and Spinach Kits Across 7 States"

BrightFarms is recalling spinach and salad kits sold in seven states due to potential listeria contamination, with no reported illnesses to date. The recall includes products sold at retailers such as Stop&Shop and Wegmans, and customers are advised to discard the items or return them for a refund. The affected products have best-by-dates ranging from January 11 to January 20, 2024, and the company can be contacted for further inquiries. Listeria can cause serious infections, particularly in vulnerable populations.

health2 years ago

Indiana Meijer stores recall premade salads over health concerns.

Meijer stores in Indiana have recalled select "Fresh From Meijer" branded salad kits due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. The recall applies to six states, including Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, and Wisconsin. Consumers who have purchased these salads are advised to throw them away immediately and can receive a refund by visiting the FDA website.

health2 years ago

Recalled Salad Kits and Lettuce Pose Listeria Risk in Multiple States

Revolution Farms and Fresh Express have recalled lettuce and salad kits due to potential contamination of listeria monocytogenes. The affected products were sold in several states and have been linked to a multi-state outbreak of Listeriosis. Consumers are urged to discard and not consume the recalled products. No illnesses have been reported in connection with the Fresh Express recall. Listeria can cause severe illness, especially in pregnant people, those aged 65 or older, or anyone with a weakened immune system.

health2 years ago

"Listeria Outbreak: Multiple Salad Kits and Lettuce Products Recalled Across US"

Fresh Express has voluntarily recalled a limited quantity of three variety salad kits made at the Morrow facility due to a sample collected by the Georgia Department of Agriculture testing positive for the Listeria pathogen. The recalled salad mixes were distributed through retailers in Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia and all carry product code GO75 and use-by dates of Mar. 31 or April 2, 2023. Consumers are advised not to eat the products and toss them out. Listeria monocytogenes can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems.

health2 years ago

Listeria Outbreak Prompts Multiple Salad and Lettuce Recalls

Fresh Express salad kits, including one made for Publix Supermarkets, are being recalled due to a positive test result for the Listeria pathogen. The already-expired kits were made at the company’s facility in Morrow, Georgia and are no longer for sale. Listeria monocytogenes can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people and others with weakened immune systems.

health2 years ago

Listeria concerns prompt multiple salad kit recalls in the US

Salad kits sold in grocery stores across Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia have been recalled due to listeria concerns. The Fresh Express Incorporated salad kits were found to have listeria during a random sample test by the Georgia Department of Agriculture. No illnesses have been reported as of publication time. Customers can get a refund by contacting the Fresh Express Consumer Response Center or the store from which the kit was purchased. Listeria can cause severe symptoms and can be deadly in children, the elderly, and those with compromised immune systems.

health2 years ago

Listeria concerns prompt recall of salad kits sold in Florida Publix stores.

Fresh Express Incorporated salad kits sold in Publix stores across Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia have been recalled due to listeria concerns. The salad kits are no longer being sold and have already expired. No illnesses have been reported as of this article’s publishing date. Listeria can have severe symptoms and infections can be deadly in children, the elderly, and those with compromised immune systems. Customers can get a refund by calling the Fresh Express Consumer Response Center or the store from which they were purchased.

health2 years ago

Listeria concerns prompt multiple salad kit recalls.

Fresh Express, a brand sold at Publix and other retailers, is voluntarily recalling three varieties of already-expired salad kits due to a possible health risk from Listeria monocytogenes. No infections from the salad kits have been reported yet. Listeria infections can cause serious, sometimes fatal, infections in young children, frail, elderly people, and those with weakened immune systems. Refunds are available where the product was purchased.

health2 years ago

Multiple Lettuce and Salad Kits Recalled Due to Listeria Concerns

Revolution Farms is recalling lettuce and salad kits sold under multiple brand names due to possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. The products were distributed in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky, and Wisconsin through several retailers. The recall affects products packed between March 3, 2023, and March 11, 2023. No illnesses have been reported. Listeria can cause serious and sometimes deadly infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems.