A Washington state-based company is recalling some of its hummus products because they may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. According to the QFC stores Penny’s Salsa voluntarily recalled its pico de gallo hummus, roasted red pepper hummus, garlic hummus and original hummus with use by dates of July 13 through Aug. 25.
The hummus was sold at QFC locations in Oregon, and was also sold in Washington state, but the retail locations at which it was sold there were unknown as of Sunday. All affected merchandise has been removed from QFC stores, and any customers who purchased affected hummus can return the items for a refund or exchange.
No illnesses have been linked to the recalled hummus yet. Symptoms of listeriosis (the disease caused by Listeria infection) include fever, muscle aches, headache, stiff neck, confusion, loss of balance and convulsions. Illness can be more serious in older adults and pregnant woman, among whom the condition can lead to stillbirth or miscarriage. Symptoms in pregnant women include fever, fatigue and general aches.
If you think you may have contracted listeriosis, contact your healthcare provider or your local health department.
For more information, consumers can call Penny’s at (866) 797-2572.
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