The Food and Drug Administration has announced a massive recall of over 60 ice cream products due to potential Listeria contamination. The recall affects products manufactured by Totally Cool Inc. of Owings Mills, Maryland, and includes several popular brands.
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced a recall of more than 60 ice cream products manufactured by Totally Cool Inc. of Owings Mills, Maryland, due to potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination. The recall affects products from several popular brands, including:
* Turkey Hill
Listeria Scare Prompts Recall of Over 60 Ice Cream Products
* Weis
* Giant
* ShopRite
* Aldi
* Publix
* H-E-B
The affected products have been distributed nationwide and include a variety of flavors, sizes, and packaging formats. A complete list of recalled products can be found on the FDA website.
Listeriosis is a serious infection that can cause fever, muscle aches, nausea, and diarrhea. In severe cases, it can lead to life-threatening complications such as meningitis and sepsis. Listeria is particularly dangerous for people with weakened immune systems, pregnant women, and the elderly.
The FDA advises consumers to check their freezers for the recalled products and to discard them immediately. Do not eat the recalled products.
Consumers who have purchased the recalled products should contact Totally Cool Inc. for a full refund. The company can be reached at 1-800-574-7077.
The FDA is investigating how the Listeria contamination occurred and is working with Totally Cool Inc. to ensure that all affected products are removed from the market.
In the meantime, consumers are advised to practice good food safety measures to reduce their risk of Listeria infection. These include:
* Washing fruits and vegetables thoroughly before eating them
* Cooking meat to a safe internal temperature
* Avoiding unpasteurized milk and cheese
* Practicing good hygiene when handling food
The FDA will continue to provide updates on the recall as new information becomes available. Consumers can also sign up for email alerts from the FDA to receive the latest food safety news and information.
