Fri Nov 08 18:30:00 UTC 2024: ## Soft-Ripened Cheese Recall Issued Due to Potential Listeria Contamination

**Lena, IL (November 2, 2023):** The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced a voluntary recall of select soft-ripened cheeses manufactured by Savencia Cheese USA. The recall is due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes, a bacteria that can cause serious infections, particularly in vulnerable populations such as young children, the elderly, and those with weakened immune systems.

The recall impacts products sold at several major grocery chains, including Aldi and Market Basket, across 12 states: Indiana, Missouri, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Texas, Iowa, New Jersey, California, Oregon, Colorado, Washington, and Illinois.

**Identifying Recalled Products:**

Consumers can identify recalled products by checking the UPC and best buy date on the product label. All recalled products have a best buy date of December 24, 2024.

**No Confirmed Illnesses Reported:**

While the FDA has issued the recall, there have been no confirmed reports of illnesses related to consuming the recalled cheese.

**What to Do If You Have Recalled Products:**

Consumers who have purchased the recalled cheeses are advised to **not consume them** and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.

**For Questions or Concerns:**

Consumers with questions can contact Savencia Cheese’s consumer relations at 800-322-2743 or email sc.customer.service@savencia.com.

**About Listeria monocytogenes:**

Listeria monocytogenes is a bacteria that can cause listeriosis, a serious infection that can lead to complications like meningitis and sepsis.

**Symptoms of Listeriosis:**

Symptoms of listeriosis include fever, muscle aches, headache, stiff neck, confusion, loss of balance, and seizures. Symptoms of intestinal illness typically begin within 24 hours after eating contaminated food and last for 1 to 3 days.

**Important Note:**

Listeria infection is a serious concern, especially for pregnant women, newborns, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems.

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