(CBS-DETROIT) – Slices of smoked salmon sold in 15 states are being recalled because they may be contaminated with listeria, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said.
The recall concerns toast-sized Foppen smoked Norwegian salmon slices after routine testing revealed the presence of Listeria monocytogenes.
The bacteria can cause listeriosis, which can last from several days to several weeks, depending on the severity.
Mild symptoms include fever, muscle aches, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, while severe symptoms include headache, stiff neck, confusion, loss of balance, and convulsions.
People most likely to develop serious infections are pregnant women, the elderly, infants, and people with weakened immune systems.
The recalled product was distributed to Kroger and Payless supermarkets in Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Missouri, Mississippi, Ohio, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas and West Virginia.
The smoked salmon affected by this recall was sold in 8.1 ounce packages with a clear plastic window on the front with the lot number 412.
Anyone who purchased the recalled product should throw it away or return it to the place of purchase for a refund. Those with questions can contact the Foppen Seafood USA office at 844-646-0928 (24/7) or supportQ1087@foppenseafood.com.
