FDA Recall: Over 60 Popular Ice Cream Products Recalled Nationwide Due to Listeria Risk
This recall impacts a variety of well-known brands, including Friendly's, Hershey's Ice Cream, Jeni's, and Cumberland Farms.
The presence of the bacteria was discovered during routine FDA sampling, leading to the halt of production and distribution of the affected products.
Listeria monocytogenes is a bacterium that cause serious and fatal infections, particularly in young children, elderly individuals
Pregnant women are also at significant risk as the infection can lead to miscarriages and stillbirths.
As of right now, there have been no documented illnesses. However, FDA and Totally Cool, Inc. are taking proactive measures to prevent potential health risks