USDA warns of recall of nearly 10 million pounds of meat and poultry due to Listeria contamination
The USDA announced that approximately 10 million pounds of ready-to-eat meat and poultry is being recalled due to possible Listeria contamination. Bruisepack’s ready-to-eat meats are being voluntarily recalled – which may be in restaurants, on store shelves, or in consumers’ fridges or freezers across the country. Health officials are advising consumers to throw away any recalled products, and to monitor for symptoms of Listeria infection if you consume contaminated meat.
According to FSIS, distributors sent Listeria-affected meat to several restaurants that is currently on store shelves or in consumers’ refrigerators or freezers.
The U.S. Food Safety and Inspection Services has recalled nearly 10 million pounds of ready-to-eat meat and poultry because of a potential hazard. listeria Contamination. Bruspack – a prepared meat producer, voluntarily recalled 9,986,245 pounds of its ready-to-eat protein produced between the months of June and October and shipped to institutions and distributors nationwide.
According to FSIS, these distributors shipped Listeria-affected meat to many restaurants that is currently on store shelves or in consumers’ refrigerators or freezers. The USDA says it has listed the nationwide recall as Class 1 — meaning it has the highest risk of adverse health effects.
Listeria causes listeriosis – a foodborne illness caused by bacteria l. monocytogenes Which causes fever, chills and headache. According to doctors, mostly pregnant women and people with weak immune systems are at the highest risk of serious infection.
FSIS said that so far, there have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of the recalled meat and poultry.
Which products are recalled?
According to the food safety alert, FSIS has recalled 70 items of Bruisepack, including pre-cooked chicken strips, chicken patties and shredded or shredded chicken.
And since this is a Class 1 recall, officials suggest not eating the affected meat and poultry — which can cause serious, adverse health outcomes or death — and throwing away any recalled products. FSIS is also urging restaurants and businesses not to sell, serve, or use these products.
Listeria Signs and Symptoms
Some common symptoms of mild fever listeria Infection, or listeriosis, includes diarrhea, fever, headache, and muscle aches, which usually subside within a few days. However, serious symptoms include:
Fever
flu-like symptoms, such as muscle aches and fatigue
Headache
stiff neck
Confusion
loss of balance
seizure
miscarriage, stillbirth, premature delivery, or life-threatening infection of newborns
Death
FSIS advises people in high-risk groups who experience flu-like symptoms within two months after eating contaminated food should seek medical care.
In which foods is Listeria most commonly found?,
Contaminated foods are the most common cause of listeriosis infection, most commonly found in:
hot dogs
Deli meats
fresh vegetables
fresh fruits, especially melons
unpasteurized dairy products
These foods pose the greatest danger l. monocytogenes Contamination. However, listeriosis can affect almost any improperly handled or prepared food. Doctors say that food that has gone bad breaks down and develops an unpleasant odor, taste or change in texture. When? l. monocytogenes Bacteria contaminate food without changing the smell, taste and texture.
Ways to treat listeriosis
Doctors say the best way to cure listeriosis is to take doctor-prescribed antibiotics to rid your body of the infection. According to doctors, the antibiotics commonly used to treat listeriosis include:
Bacteria-Aid DS
ampicillin
Your provider may also prescribe medication to manage specific symptoms, including nausea and vomiting. If you have mild symptoms, you may not need treatment.
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