Haifa Smoked Fish of Jamaica, NY, is recalling “COLD SMOKED SALMON” and “COLD SMOKED SEABASS” because of positive tests for Listeria monocytogenes.
The implicated Haifa “COLD SMOKED SALMON” is sold in 8-ounce packages with LOT # 219. The “COLD SMOKED SEABASS” is also sold in 8-ounce packages and is marked with LOT # 212. Both were distributed nationwide through direct delivery to retail stores and distributors.
The recalled fish is vacuum packaged on a paper board with flexible plastic.
No illnesses have been reported to date.
The contamination was discovered after sampling by New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Food Inspectors and subsequent analysis of Food Laboratory personnel revealed the presence of Listeria monocytogenes ithe products.
Consumers who have purchased the recalled Haifa fish are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 718-523-8899.
About Listeria infections
Food contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes may not look, smell or taste spoiled but can still cause serious and sometimes life-threatening infections. Anyone who has eaten any of the recalled fish and developed symptoms of Listeria infection should seek medical treatment and tell their doctors about the possible Listeria exposure.
Also, anyone who has eaten any of the recalled products should monitor themselves for symptoms during the coming weeks because it can take up to 70 days after exposure to Listeria for symptoms of listeriosis to develop.
Symptoms of Listeria infection can include vomiting, nausea, persistent fever, muscle aches, severe headache, and neck stiffness. Specific laboratory tests are required to diagnose Listeria infections, which can mimic other illnesses.
Pregnant women, the elderly, young children, and people such as cancer patients who have weakened immune systems are particularly at risk of serious illnesses, life-threatening infections, other complications and death. Although infected pregnant women may experience only mild, flu-like symptoms, their infections can lead to premature delivery, infection of the newborn, or even stillbirth.
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