The Ambriola Company, a major cheese importer, has issued a recall for its Pecorino Romano cheese after testing found it was tainted with listeria. Anyone who has one of the affected batches of cheese should avoid consuming it, and either return them for a refund or dispose of them. If you have eaten this cheese and become sick, you should seek immediate medical attention.
Ambriola Recalls Pecorino Romano Cheese
The Ambriola Company has issued a recall for its Pecorino Romano cheese due to testing positive for Listeria monocytogenes, the bacteria that causes listeriosis, a potentially severe illness. This cheese was sold under a number of brands, including Ambriola, Boar’s Head, Locatelli, Member’s Mark, and Pinna. A full list of affected products can be found here.
Cause of the Contamination is Under Investigation
At this point, there is no clear cause for the contamination, and Ambriola has stated that it is working with the FDA to determine its source. However, this sort of infection does not normally occur unless there is a failure of health or hygiene standards. For example, there may not have been adequate cleaning of equipment used to process or transport the cheese, or it may not have been appropriately stored, allowing the bacteria to grow.
The Dangers of Listeria
Listeria is a potentially dangerous disease that often presents with symptoms similar to a stomach flu, causing fever, muscle aches, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. However, as the disease progresses, it can also cause headaches, stiff neck, confusion, loss of balance, and convulsions. While healthy adults can normally survive the disease with timely treatment, people with chronic health issues, as well as the elderly and children, are at higher risk of complications or death from the disease.
What You Should Do
If you have one of the affected products, stop using it immediately and either dispose of it or return it for a refund. If you or someone you love has consumed the cheese and displayed the above symptoms, you should speak to a doctor and get tested for listeria. You should also speak to a lawyer with experience handling product liability issues, who can help you explore your potential legal options.
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