School District of Philadelphia Under Threat from Major Listeria Contamination Recall
Scope of the Recall
A company is recalling nearly 10 million pounds of meat and poultry products made at an Oklahoma plant because they may be contaminated with listeria bacteria, which can cause illness and death. BrucePac of Woodburn, Oregon, recalled the roughly 5,000 tons of ready-to-eat foods this week after U.S. Agriculture Department officials detected listeria in samples of poultry during routine testing.
What Products are Affected?
- The recall includes 75 meat and chicken products.
- Products like grilled chicken breast strips were produced at the company’s facility in Durant, Oklahoma.
- Status: Products were produced between June 19 and October 8, and shipped nationwide.
Health Risks Associated with Listeria
Officials are concerned that the foods may still be available for use or stored in refrigerators or freezers. The products have a best-by date of June 19, 2025, to October 8, 2025, and should be discarded immediately. There are no confirmed reports of illness linked to this recall. However, eating foods contaminated with listeria can cause potentially serious illness.
- About 1,600 people are infected with listeria bacteria each year in the U.S.
- Approximately 260 die from listeria-related illnesses, according to the CDC.
Symptoms of listeria infections typically include fever, muscle aches, and tiredness and can lead to more severe symptoms such as stiff neck and confusion. Infections are especially dangerous for older individuals, pregnant women, or those with weakened immune systems.
What to Do if You Have These Products
Consumers are strongly advised to check their food supplies and dispose of any recalled products to prevent potential health hazards.
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