food recalls The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) has issued an urgent recall for several Dale Meats products following concerns about potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. This recall affects a broad range of meat products, including Cooked Sliced Ham, Hazlett, and Sliced Corned Beef, all with a use-by date of September 27, 2024.
Which Products Are Affected?
The recall includes various sizes and types of Dale Meats products:
- Cooked Sliced Ham: 125g and 250g packets
- Hazlett: 125g, 250g, and 400g packets
- Sliced Corned Beef: 125g, 250g, and 400g packets
In addition to these, Dale Meats is recalling:
- Whole and Half Gammons
- Cooked Ham Whole
- Hazlett Whole and Hazlett Half
- Sliced Hazlett and Sliced Corned Beef with variable weights
- Cooked Sliced Ham packets weighing 500g and 1kg
All recalled products have a use-by date of September 27, 2024.
Why the Recall?
The recall is prompted by the possible presence of Listeria monocytogenes, a bacterium that can cause serious infections. Symptoms of Listeria infection may include mild flu-like symptoms or gastrointestinal issues such as nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. In severe cases, the infection can lead to serious complications, especially for pregnant women, infants, the elderly, and individuals with weakened immune systems.
The FSAI has warned that the incubation period for Listeria can vary from 3 weeks to 70 days, making it crucial for consumers to avoid eating the affected products immediately.
What Should Consumers Do?
Consumers who have purchased any of the implicated products are advised not to consume them. Instead, they should return the items to the place of purchase for a full refund or disposal.
Actions for Businesses
Manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, caterers, and retailers are urged to take the following actions:
- Wholesalers/Distributors: Contact affected customers to recall the implicated batches and provide point-of-sale recall notices to retail customers.
- Caterers: Avoid using the affected batches of meat products.
- Retailers: Remove the recalled products from sale and display recall notices at the point-of-sale.
The FSAI’s swift action highlights the importance of food safety and the ongoing commitment to protecting public health. For further details or to check for updates on this recall, consumers and businesses can visit the FSAI’s official website.
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