Summary
The FDA has issued a high-risk warning for two salad products due to possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. Made Fresh Salads Inc. voluntarily recalled the products, which are distributed in New York, and the FDA classified it as a Class I risk, indicating serious health hazards. No illnesses associated with the products have been reported so far.
Key Facts
- The FDA gave a Class I risk rating to the recall, which means the products could cause serious health issues or death.
- Made Fresh Salads Inc. recalled LoBoy Tuna Deluxe Salad and LoBoy Macaroni Salad.
- These products have sell-by dates in October 2024 and October 2025 and were packaged in 5-pound plastic tubs.
- The salads were sold in retail stores in New York.
- Listeria monocytogenes can cause listeriosis, with symptoms like fever, muscle aches, and severe cases such as headache and confusion.
- Groups at higher risk for severe infection include pregnant women, newborns, elderly people, and those with weakened immune systems.
- No cases of illness from these salads have been reported as of November 13.
- The FDA warns that even mild symptoms in pregnant women can lead to severe outcomes like miscarriage.
