Food Recall: Fresh Express 10_oz Hearts of Romaine Salad

Aug 28, 2012

Listeria Found in Random Testing Forces Product Recall in U.S.A

Due to the discovery of Listeria monocytogenes found in a random test sample on Fresh Express Inc. lettuce, the company is recalling a quantity of expired 10_oz Hearts of Romaine Salad over the potential contamination. The company is recalling their product after a random test conducted by the U.S Food and Drug Administration yielded positive results for Listeria monocytogenes.

Listeria can be deadly and symptoms of Listeriosis can include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain and fever. Consumers and others with questions should call the Fresh Express Consumer Response Center at (800) 242-5472 for more information on the recall.

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