Blue Bell Cream: Recall of Dos Amigos 1/2 gal ice cream due to Listeria monocytogenes 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 its Dos Amigos 1/2-gallon ice cream because it was linked to Listeria infections in five patients at a Kansas hospital. This recall is due to a rare strain of Listeria monocytogenes that can cause serious illness.
Listeria monocytogenes is a rare bacteria that can cause severe infections, particularly in vulnerable populations. Five patients in a Kansas hospital were infected with one of four rare strains of this bacteria, indicating the product was contaminated during production.
People who consumed the recalled ice cream, especially those with weakened immune systems or pregnant individuals, are at higher risk of infection. The recall affects consumers who bought the product between the dates listed in the lot codes.
Check the product label for the name 'Dos Amigos 1/2 Gal (2 QTS)' and the lot code within the expiry date. The recall covers all products with these specifications.
Look for the product name 'Dos Amigos 1/2 Gal (2 QTS)' and the lot code within the expiry date.
The recall does not state that the ice cream is safe to eat. It was linked to Listeria infections in five patients at a Kansas hospital.
Check the product label for the name 'Dos Amigos 1/2 Gal (2 QTS)' and the lot code within the expiry date.
The recall does not specify any action steps for consumers. The remedy is null in the record.
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-2553-2015 — Blue Bell Creameries Blue Bell Creameries Hello, I own a Blue Bell Creameries that is covered by recall F-2553-2015 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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