Life-threatening recall issued on 55,000 pounds of blueberries
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Key Points:
- Over 55,000 pounds of IQF Blueberries from the Oregon Potato Company were recalled due to potential contamination with listeria monocytogenes, a bacteria that can cause serious illness.
- The recall was upgraded to a Class I classification by the FDA, indicating a risk of severe health consequences or death.
- The blueberries were distributed in Michigan, Oregon, Washington, and Wisconsin, sold in large quantities to distributors rather than directly to retail customers.
- Listeriosis, caused by the bacteria, poses high risks to pregnant women, the elderly, and those with weakened immune systems, with symptoms including headaches, loss of balance, and convulsions.
- The FDA warns that listeria can grow at refrigeration temperatures and advises anyone who
