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Nationwide Frozen Food Recall: A Hidden Listeria Threat in Your Freezer

A widespread recall of popular frozen vegetables and fruits across more than a dozen states highlights the persistent and dangerous threat of Listeria monocytogenes in the food supply chain.

By Foodie Pundit Newsroom - Published - Section: Food Safety

Nationwide Frozen Food Recall: A Hidden Listeria Threat in Your Freezer

Key points

  • Check your freezer for recalled frozen fruits and vegetables sold by major retailers like Walmart, Target, and Trader Joe's.
  • Listeria monocytogenes is a dangerous bacterium that can grow at refrigerator temperatures and poses a severe risk to pregnant women, older adults, and the immunocompromised.
  • Listeriosis can cause severe illness and has a high fatality rate; symptoms can appear up to 70 days after consumption.
  • Always cook frozen vegetables according to package instructions, as they are not ready-to-eat and may contain harmful bacteria.
  • If you have a recalled product, do not eat it. Seal it in a bag, dispose of it, and sanitize any surfaces it touched.

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