Costco Bakeshop Products Recalled Due to Potential Listeria Contamination
Urgent Recall: Listeria Contamination Prompts Recall of Costco Bakeshop Products
Immediate Action Urged to Prevent Potential Health Risks
Costco Wholesale Corporation has initiated a nationwide recall of select bakery products sold in its stores due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes, a harmful bacteria that can cause serious infections, especially in children, the elderly, and individuals with weakened immune systems.
Affected Costco Bakery Products
- Chocolate Chip Muffins (Item 1263026)
- Blueberry Muffins (Item 1263027)
- Banana Nut Muffins (Item 1263028)
- Chocolate Chip Cookies (Item 1263029)
Health Risks Associated with Listeria
Listeria can cause a potentially fatal infection known as listeriosis. Symptoms of listeriosis can include fever, muscle aches, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. In severe cases, the infection can spread to the bloodstream, causing sepsis, or to the brain, leading to meningitis.
Pregnant women, newborns, the elderly, and those with weakened immune systems are particularly vulnerable to severe complications from Listeria infections. Listeriosis during pregnancy can lead to miscarriage, premature birth, and life-threatening infections in the newborn.
Immediate Actions for Consumers
Consumers who have purchased any of the affected bakery products are strongly urged to discard them immediately and refrain from consuming them. Do not return the products to Costco.
Costco has advised consumers to contact their healthcare provider immediately if they have consumed any of the recalled products and are experiencing symptoms of Listeria infection. Early diagnosis and treatment can help prevent serious complications.
Recall Details and Distribution
The recall affects all Costco stores in the United States and Puerto Rico. The affected products were sold between October 11, 2023, and January 14, 2023. Costco is working with the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to investigate the source of the contamination.
Costco has taken prompt action to remove all affected products from its stores and distribution centers and is cooperating with the FDA's investigation. The company is committed to ensuring the safety of its products and the health of its customers.
Additional Information and Contact
For more information about the recall, consumers can visit the Costco website or contact Costco Customer Service at 1-800-955-2292. The FDA has also issued a warning about the recall, which can be found on its website.
