FSIS stated at least some of the product did make it to the consumer level in New York, however could not specify where it was sold. Consumers may wish to ask if their meal contains the recalled products. The problem was discovered through routine FSIS microbiological sampling. Consumption of food contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes can cause listeriosis, an uncommon but potentially fatal disease. Healthy people rarely contract listeriosis.
Listeriosis can cause high fever, severe headache, neck stiffness, and nausea.
FSIS has received no reports of illness associated with consumption of this product. Anyone concerned about an illness should contact a physician. Notice of this product warning was sent via email to SafetyAlerts subscribers March 29, 2001. For more information regarding the SafetyAlerts free email alert service please click here . LLC Copyright 1998 - 2001.