B & I Overseas Trading Inc. has recalled approximately 400 individual pieces of Herring in Oil with Italian Spices because the product may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. This recall was initiated after sampling by the Washington State Department of Agriculture showed a positive result for the bacteria. The affected herring was sold in 17.74 oz (500g) containers in Washington State. Consumers should not consume this product and should return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.
The product is contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, a pathogen that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Although healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms such as high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain, and diarrhea, Listeria infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women.
Full refund upon return
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