Dozens of food products are currently being recalled across France due to possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes bacteria. According to information published on the government website RappelConso, this alert concerns a wide range of prepared foods: ready-made meals, snacks, sandwiches, and ready-to-eat salads.
A long list of affected retailers The recalled items were distributed in numerous chains and points of sale, including: API, Carrefour, E.Leclerc, Intermarché, Ma Conciergerie - Parhélion, Relais H, Relay, U Express, Grand Frais, Fresh, Mon Marché, EPIC, Franprix, Les Galeries Gourmandes, Otera, Newrest, Pathé, Plateforme SAMADA, Publicis, Monoprix, and others.
Several brands involved The products were sold under various names, including: The Bread Bandits, YAFFA, Luisa e Basilio, Indian Kitchen, French Kitchen, Chinese Kitchen, and Bim Bang.
Authorities strongly advise against consuming the identified products and state that refunds are available.
Anyone experiencing symptoms such as fever, headache, or body aches is urged to consult a doctor promptly. The RappelConso platform reminds consumers that listeriosis can be serious and that its incubation period can last up to eight weeks.
Severe forms of the illness can lead to neurological complications or affect pregnant women and the fetus. The elderly and immunocompromised individuals should also be particularly vigilant for the appearance of symptoms. For any further questions, a contact number is available: +33 6 63 98 12 29.
Christophe Deperetti
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