Blue Bell Cream: Recall of 1/2 gal tin roof ice cream due to Listeria infections in Kansas hospital patients. Learn about affected products and safety steps.
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 half-gallon tin roof ice cream products after five patients in a Kansas hospital were infected with rare Listeria strains. This recall is due to potential contamination in the ice cream that could lead to serious infections.
Listeria monocytogenes is a rare bacteria that can cause severe infections, especially in pregnant women, newborns, and the elderly. Five patients in a Kansas hospital were infected with one of four rare strains of this bacteria.
People who consumed Blue Bell Ice Cream Tin Roof products with a 1/2 gal (2 quarts) size and lot codes within expiry dates are affected. Those who have symptoms of infection should seek medical attention.
Check for Blue Bell Ice Cream Tin Roof products labeled as 1/2 gal (2 quarts) with lot codes within expiry dates. The product name is 'Blue Bell Ice Cream Tin Roof Still a 1/2 Gal (2 QTS)' as stated in the recall notice.
If you have symptoms of infection such as fever, muscle aches, or diarrhea, contact a healthcare provider immediately.
Five patients in a Kansas hospital were infected with rare strains of Listeria monocytogenes, indicating potential contamination in the ice cream.
Check for symptoms of infection and contact a healthcare provider if you experience fever, muscle aches, or diarrhea.
The recall notice does not specify a remedy beyond checking for symptoms and seeking medical attention if needed.
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-2587-2015 — Blue Bell Creameries Blue Bell Creameries Hello, I own a Blue Bell Creameries that is covered by recall F-2587-2015 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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