Cooked ham products recalled due to possible contamination
The recall of the specific batches was announced due to the possible presence of the bacteria, Listeria monocytogenes.
Specific batches of cooked ham products are being recalled by the Food Safety Authority due to possible contamination.
The recall of the batches was announced on Tuesday due to the possible presence of the bacteria, Listeria monocytogenes.
Symptoms of Listeria monocytogenes infection can include mild flu-like symptoms, or gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea. In rare cases, the infection can be more severe, causing serious complications. Some people are more vulnerable to Listeria monocytogenes infections, including pregnant women, babies, and people with weakened immune systems, including the elderly. The incubation period (time between initial infection and first symptoms appearing) is on average 3 weeks but can range between 3 and 70 days.
Consumers are advised not to eat the implicated batches.
Recall notices will be displayed at point-of-sale.
The following batches have been recalled:
