FDA cheese warning

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Recall of cheese products upgrade
🧀 1. Ambriola/Listeria Class I Recall (High Risk)
The FDA upgraded a nationwide recall of grated Pecorino Romano and other cheese products to Class I — the most serious risk level — because of contamination with Listeria monocytogenes, a bacteria that can cause severe illness or death. �
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This recall affects thousands of packages of cheese — including products sold under brands like Locatelli, Boar’s Head, Member’s Mark, and Pinna — that were distributed in about 20 states last fall/winter. �
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
These products were sold grated and by the pound, with expiration dates into 2026. �
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Listeria infections are especially dangerous for pregnant people, older adults, young children, and immunocompromised individuals. �
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What to do:
➡️ Do not eat any affected Pecorino Romano products.
➡️ Return them to the place of purchase for a refund or dispose of them. �
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
🧀 2. Shredded Cheese Recall for Metal Fragments
A recall of shredded cheese products (over ~1.5 million bags) has been issued due to the potential presence of metal fragments, which could cause injury if ingested. �
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These products were sold at major retailers across 31 states and Puerto Rico under many store brand names (e.g., Target, Walmart, Aldi, Publix). �
WUSF
This recall has been classified as Class II, meaning the risk is possible temporary or reversible health problems, but not expected to cause serious harm. �
Drugs.com
What to do:
➡️ Do not eat the shredded cheese covered by the recall.
➡️ Return it to the store for a refund.
ℹ️ General Safety Tip
If a cheese recall is announced:
First check the FDA recall notice (dates, UPC codes, lot numbers).
Don’t eat potentially contaminated products.
Return or throw them out.
Contact the store or manufacturer with questions.