Blue Bell Creameries recalls several cookie cone products due to rare Listeria monocytogenes infections linked to five patients in Kansas. Consumers should check product details and follow official guidance.
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 certain cookie cones because they were linked to rare Listeria infections in five patients at a Kansas hospital. This poses a health risk that requires consumers to check their products and take action.
Listeria monocytogenes is a rare bacteria that can cause serious infections, particularly in vulnerable groups like pregnant women, newborns, and those with weakened immune systems. The bacteria was found in five patients treated at a Kansas hospital, indicating a potential contamination risk in the recalled products.
People who purchased or consumed the recalled cookie cones, especially those who ate the products in the past few weeks. Infants, pregnant women, and immunocompromised individuals are at higher risk due to Listeria's potential to cause severe illness.
Check for product names like 'DZ 3 oz. Cookie Cone', 'DZ 3.6 oz. Cookie Cone', or 'DZ 4 oz. Nutzo Cone' in single-serve snack items. The recall includes 12-packs of Mini Country Cones and Mini Party Cones with specific lot codes within expiry dates.
Identify if your product matches the recalled items listed in the description.
The recall is due to rare Listeria monocytogenes infections linked to five patients treated at a Kansas hospital.
Check for product names like 'DZ 3 oz. Cookie Cone', 'DZ 3.6 oz. Cookie Cone', or 'DZ 4 oz. Nutzo Cone' in single-serve snack items, including 12-packs of Mini Country Cones and Mini Party Cones.
The recall record does not specify a remedy, so contact Blue Bell Creameries directly for guidance.
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-2706-2015 — Blue Bell Creameries Blue Bell Creameries Hello, I own a Blue Bell Creameries that is covered by recall F-2706-2015 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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