Publix is recalling Boars Head wedge ham products due to potential Listeria Monocytogenes contamination. Products sold with sell-by dates up to August 2, 2024, must be discarded.
Potential Listeria Monocytogenes
Publix is recalling certain Boars Head wedge ham products because they may contain Listeria Monocytogenes, a bacteria that can cause serious illness. Consumers should stop using these products immediately to avoid potential health risks.
Listeria Monocytogenes is a bacterium that can cause serious infections, especially in vulnerable populations like pregnant women, newborns, and the elderly. If present in food, it can lead to severe illness, including fever, muscle aches, and even life-threatening complications.
Anyone who purchased Boars Head Grab and Go Wedge Ham, Smoke Master Black Forest Ham, or Grab and Go Sandwich products with a sell-by date of August 1 or 2, 2024, is affected. Pregnant women, newborns, and elderly individuals are at higher risk for severe complications from Listeria.
Check for Boars Head Grab and Go Wedge Ham, Smoke Master Black Forest Ham, or Grab and Go Sandwich products with a net weight of 7.5 oz (213 g) sold in plastic containers. Products with sell-by dates up to August 2, 2024, are affected.
Discard all affected products immediately to avoid potential illness from Listeria Monocytogenes.
Boars Head Grab and Go Wedge Ham, Smoke Master Black Forest Ham, and Grab and Go Sandwich products with a net weight of 7.5 oz (213 g) sold in plastic containers with sell-by dates up to August 2, 2024.
Look for products with the net weight of 7.5 oz (213 g) in plastic containers and sell-by dates up to August 2, 2024.
Yes, Listeria Monocytogenes can cause serious illness, especially in pregnant women, newborns, and the elderly.
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Subject: Recall F-1703-2024 — Publix Publix Hello, I own a Publix that is covered by recall F-1703-2024 from Publix. 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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