The CDC reports that a total of 22 persons infected with the outbreak-associated strain of Listeria monocytogenes have been reported from 13 states and the District of Columbia. The number of ill persons identified in each state is as follows: California (3), Colorado (1), District of Columbia (1), Maryland (3), Massachusetts (1), Minnesota (1), Nebraska
Listeria – Dole Fresh Lettuce Recalled
Dole Fresh Vegetables is voluntarily recalling a limited number of cases of Dole American Blend salad in 12 oz. bags, coded A275208A or B, with Use-by date of October 17 and UPC 7143000933, due to a possible health risk from Listeria monocytogenes. Dole Fresh Vegetables is coordinating closely with regulatory officials. No illnesses have been
Imported Cheese Kills Four in US
On September 14, 2012, Forever Cheese, Inc. issued an expanded recall of all lots and production codes of Frescolina Marte brand ricotta salata cheese and issued a market withdrawal of all cheeses they received that were produced by the Italian cheese exporter.
Frescolina Marte brand ricotta salata cheese may also have been referred to as
Four Seasons Dairy Recalls Herring Fillets Due to Listeria
Four Seasons Dairy Inc, 255 58th St, Brooklyn, NY 11220 is recalling Herring Fillets “Atlantic Recipe” in oil in 16.66 ounces/500g because it may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people and others with weakened immune systems. Although healthy persons
Kenny’s Farmhouse Cheese Recalled Due to Listeria
A Kentucky-based cheese maker is recalling its bleu, brie and tomme varieties because they may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
Kenny’s Farmhouse Cheese of Austin, KY issued a voluntary recall of the three cheeses this week.
The affected cheeses were distributed to farmers markets, restaurants, distributors and retail stores in Florida, Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky, Ohio,