Jumbo recalls more cheeses due to potential listeria contamination
Jumbo has expanded its recall of certain cheese products due to the potential presence of the listeria bacterium. The supermarket chain advises customers to return the affected items, as listeria poses significant health risks to vulnerable groups.
Dutch supermarket chain Jumbo has issued a recall for several cheese products, specifically Jumbo Lepelkaasje and Jumbo Kaasplateau Verrassend, due to a potential contamination with the listeria bacterium. This action follows a previous recall last week involving the company's own-brand gorgonzola and brie. Listeria can pose serious health risks, particularly for pregnant women, young children, and individuals with weakened immune systems, as it is primarily found in refrigerated products that are consumed without heating.
Health authorities emphasize the dangers of listeria, noting that infections can lead to severe health outcomes, including miscarriages in expectant mothers. In a separate advisory, the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority also warned consumers about a specific brand of sausage, Galbani Salame Tradizionale, which may contain foreign objects. Jumbo is urging customers to stop eating the affected cheese products and return them to the store for a full refund.
Based on reporting by ad. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.
