Blue Bell Creameries recalls DZ Chocolate Fudge Bars and related snacks due to rare Listeria infections in Kansas. Consumers should check lot codes and contact the company for details.
Five patients who were treated in a single hospital in Kansas were infected with one of four rare strains of Listeria monocytogenes.
Blue Bell Creameries is recalling several single-serve fudge bars and snacks because they were linked to rare Listeria infections in a Kansas hospital. This recall is due to potential contamination that could cause serious illness.
Listeria bacteria can cause severe infections, especially in vulnerable groups like pregnant women, newborns, and those with weakened immune systems. The recall is based on infections reported in a single hospital in Kansas.
Anyone who purchased these fudge bars or snacks from stores or online. People with weakened immune systems are at higher risk for complications.
Check the product names: DZ Chocolate Fudge Bar, DZ Fudge Blast, DZ Fudge Bombstick, or 24 Pak Pop 'n Fudge. Look for lot codes within the expiration date on the packaging.
Identify the product by name and lot code on the packaging to confirm if it's recalled.
The recall is due to rare Listeria infections reported in a Kansas hospital, though the exact cause is under investigation.
Check the product names and lot codes on the packaging; recall includes DZ Chocolate Fudge Bar, DZ Fudge Blast, DZ Fudge Bombstick, and 24 Pak Pop 'n Fudge.
The recall record does not specify a remedy, so consumers should check product details and contact Blue Bell Creameries for further information.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Blue Bell Creameries to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall F-2697-2015 — Blue Bell Creameries Blue Bell Creameries Hello, I own a Blue Bell Creameries that is covered by recall F-2697-2015 from Blue Bell Creameries. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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