Blue Bell Creameries recalls Mardi Gras King Cake One Pint due to Listeria monocytogenes infections in Kansas. Consumers should check lot codes and contact Blue Bell 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 its Mardi Gras King Cake One Pint (473 mL) after five patients in Kansas were infected with rare Listeria strains. This recall is due to a potential risk of serious illness from the bacteria.
Listeria monocytogenes is a bacteria that can cause severe infections, especially in vulnerable groups like pregnant women, newborns, and those with weakened immune systems. The recall involves five patients in Kansas who were infected with rare strains of this bacteria.
People who purchased the Blue Bell Mardi Gras King Cake One Pint (47:3 mL) between the product's release and current date are affected. Those with weakened immune systems or pregnant individuals are at higher risk.
Check the product label for the lot code and expiry date. The product is a one-pint (473 mL) Mardi Gras King Cake from Blue Bell Creameries.
Look for the lot code and expiry date on the Blue Bell Mardi Gras King Cake One Pint (473 mL) container.
The product has been recalled due to a potential risk of Listeria infection in five patients in Kansas. It is not recommended for consumption until the recall is resolved.
The recall record does not specify a remedy or refund process. Contact Blue Bell Creameries directly for assistance.
Yes, pregnant individuals, newborns, and those with weakened immune systems are at higher risk of serious illness from Listeria.
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-2490-2015 — Blue Bell Creameries Blue Bell Creameries Hello, I own a Blue Bell Creameries that is covered by recall F-2490-2015 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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