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Costco recalls several items amid listeria concerns
What you need to know
Costco is recalling several items due to possible listeria contamination.
The recalled items include:
Kirkland Signature Organic Raw Cashews
Kirkland Signature Organic Raw Whole Cashews
Kirkland Signature Roasted Cashews With Sea Salt
Kirkland Signature Unroasted Cashews
Customers who have purchased any of these items are urged to return them to their nearest Costco store for a full refund.
Listeria is a bacteria that can cause serious illness, including fever, muscle aches, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. In severe cases, listeria can cause meningitis or bloodstream infections.
What to do if you have purchased any of the recalled items
If you have purchased any of the recalled items, you should return them to your nearest Costco store for a full refund. Do not consume the recalled items.
Symptoms of listeria infection
Symptoms of listeria infection can include:
Fever
Muscle aches
Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhea
In severe cases, listeria can cause meningitis or bloodstream infections.
Treatment for listeria infection
Treatment for listeria infection typically involves antibiotics. In severe cases, hospitalization may be necessary.
How to prevent listeria infection
There are several things you can do to prevent listeria infection, including:
Washing your hands thoroughly with soap and water before and after handling food.