**Listeria Recall: Aldi, Market Basket Cheese**

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Post on Nov 09, 2024

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Listeria Recall: Aldi and Market Basket Cheese Products Recalled

A recent recall issued by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) affects several cheese products sold at Aldi and Market Basket stores due to potential Listeria contamination. The recall includes various types of cheese, including fresh mozzarella, provolone, and pepper jack.

This recall is a serious public health concern as Listeria monocytogenes, the bacteria responsible for Listeriosis, can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections, especially in pregnant women, newborns, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems.

What Products Are Affected?

The following cheese products are included in the recall:

• Aldi:
  • Fresh Mozzarella Balls (15 oz. package)
  • Fresh Mozzarella String Cheese (8 oz. package)
  • Fresh Provolone Cheese Slices (8 oz. package)
  • Pepper Jack Cheese Slices (8 oz. package)
• Market Basket:
  • Fresh Mozzarella Balls (15 oz. package)
  • Fresh Mozzarella String Cheese (8 oz. package)
  • Fresh Provolone Cheese Slices (8 oz. package)
  • Pepper Jack Cheese Slices (8 oz. package)

The recall includes products with "use by" dates ranging from October 25, 2023, to October 29, 2023.

What To Do If You Have Affected Products

If you have purchased any of the cheese products listed above, do not consume them.

Instead, you should:

1. Discard the cheese immediately.
2. Contact the store where you purchased the product for a full refund.

You can also contact the FDA or the company that produced the cheese if you have any questions or concerns.

Listeria Symptoms and Risks

Symptoms of Listeriosis can include:

• Fever
• Muscle Aches
• Headache
• Stiff Neck
• Confusion
• Loss of Balance
• Convulsions
• Diarrhea
• Nausea
• Vomiting

In pregnant women, Listeria can cause miscarriage, stillbirth, premature delivery, or serious illness in the newborn.

If you experience any of these symptoms after consuming the recalled cheese, it is important to seek medical attention immediately.

How to Prevent Listeriosis

Here are some tips to help prevent Listeriosis:

• Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling raw meat and poultry, and before eating.
• Wash fruits and vegetables thoroughly before eating.
• Cook meat and poultry to the recommended internal temperature.
• Avoid eating soft cheeses, such as feta, brie, and camembert, unless they have been pasteurized.
• Refrigerate perishable foods promptly and keep them at a temperature of 40°F or below.
• Keep raw meat and poultry separate from other foods in the refrigerator.
• Do not cross-contaminate foods by using the same cutting board or utensils for raw meat and poultry and ready-to-eat foods.

By following these tips, you can significantly reduce your risk of contracting Listeriosis.