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.
Cooking food to the proper internal temperature.
Avoiding unpasteurized milk and cheese.
Cleaning your refrigerator regularly.