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Which Ice Cream Products are Affected by the Recall?
According to an FDA Recall Notice [1], this action affects the following ice cream products:
- Friendly’s
- Abilyn’s Frozen Bakery
- Hershey’s Ice Cream
- Yelloh!
- Jeni’s (ice cream sandwiches)
- Cumberland Farms
- The Frozen Farmer
- Marco
- ChipWich
- AMAFruits
- Taharka
- Dolcezza Gelato
- LaSalle
Not all products under these brands are affected by the recall. In total, more than 60 products are included in the recall. Click here [2] for a complete list of ice cream products included in the recall.
Why was the Ice Cream Recalled?
Totally Cool is recalling the above ice cream products because they may have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. The company has “ceased the production and distribution of the affected products due to FDA sampling which discovered the presence of Listeria monocytogenes,” according to the FDA. To date, no listeria infections have been linked to the ice cream, but the recall notice states that Totally Cool “continues its investigation and is taking preventive actions.”
Where was the Recalled Ice Cream Sold?
The recalled ice cream products were sold across the U.S., including retail locations and also via direct delivery.
What Should I Do if I Bought the Recalled Ice Cream?
If you purchased any ice cream that is affected by this recall, you should not eat it, and either discard it or return it to the point of purchase for a full refund. Anyone concerned about a potential listeria food poisoning illness should contact their healthcare provider or dial 9-1-1 immediately.
What is Listeria Monocytogenes?
According to the FDA, Listeria monocytogenes (L. monocytogenes) is a pathogenic bacterium commonly found in moist environments, soil, water, decaying vegetation, and animals [3]. This resilient bacteria can survive and even thrive under refrigeration and various food preservation methods. When individuals consume food contaminated with L. monocytogenes, they may develop listeriosis, a serious disease.
Transmission of L. monocytogenes typically occurs during the harvesting, processing, preparation, packing, transportation, or storage of food in contaminated environments. These environments can be tainted by raw materials, water, soil, and incoming air. Additionally, pets can contribute to the spread of L. monocytogenes in the home if they consume contaminated food.
Listeria Symptoms
Listeriosis presents a range of symptoms, varying in duration from days to several weeks based on the illness’s severity. Mild symptoms include fever, muscle aches, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. In more severe cases, symptoms may progress to headache, stiff neck, confusion, loss of balance, and convulsions. Listeriosis can be fatal, particularly for the very young, the elderly, and those with compromised immune systems.
Symptoms of L. monocytogenes infection can appear within a few hours to two or three days after consuming contaminated food. Severe listeriosis may take three days to three months to develop. Given the potential severity, individuals who suspect they have symptoms of L. monocytogenes infection should consult their healthcare provider promptly.
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Do I Have a Totally Cool Ice Cream Recall Lawsuit?
The Food Poisoning Litigation Group at Schmidt & Clark, LLP law firm is an experienced team of trial lawyers that focus on the representation of plaintiffs in Totally Cool Ice Cream Recall Lawsuits. We are handling individual litigation nationwide and currently accepting new listeria food poisoning cases in all 50 states.
Again, if you or a loved one developed symptoms of listeria food poisoning after eating recalled ice cream, you should contact our law firm immediately. You may be entitled to compensation by filing a lawsuit and we can help.
References:
1. https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/totally-cool-inc-recalls-all-ice-cream-products-because-possible-health-risk
2. https://www.fda.gov/media/179567/download?attachment
3. https://www.fda.gov/food/foodborne-pathogens/listeria-listeriosis