Cheese Recall Issued in Ireland Due to Listeria Concerns
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Dunnes stores Issues Urgent Cheese Recall Due to Listeria Concerns
irish supermarket chain Dunnes Stores has issued an urgent recall of two cheese products ahead of the christmas holidays. The recall is due to the potential presence of Listeria monocytogenes, a bacterium that can cause serious illness.
The affected products are Dunnes Stores Simply Better Dubliner cheese with a use-by date of December 23rd, 2023, and Dunnes Stores Simply Better Five Cheese Irish Farmhouse with a use-by date of December 26th, 2023. Customers who have purchased these products are urged to return them to their nearest Dunnes Stores for a full refund.
“Dunnes Stores is recalling these products as a precautionary measure,” stated the company. “We are working closely with the Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) and the relevant authorities to ensure the safety of our customers.”
Listeria can cause a variety of symptoms, including fever, muscle aches, and nausea. in severe cases, it can lead to meningitis and even death. Pregnant women,older adults,and people with compromised immune systems are particularly vulnerable to Listeria infection.
Customers who have consumed the recalled cheese products and are experiencing any symptoms of illness should contact their doctor immediately.
## Archyde News: Irish Cheese Recall Sparks Health Concerns
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**Anchor:** Good evening and welcome to Archyde News.Tonight, we’re covering a developing story out of Ireland, where multiple cheese products have been recalled due to potential Listeria contamination.We have with us tonight our Senior Food Safety Correspondent,Fiona Kelly,to provide us with the latest details. Fiona, can you tell us what we know so far?
**Fiona Kelly:** Good evening. This recall is being issued as a precautionary measure by the Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) [1]. Two cheese varieties are specifically affected: Wicklow Farmhouse cheese and Dunnes Stores cheddar. Consumers are urged to check their refrigerators and discard any of these products,returning them to the point of purchase for a full refund.
**Anchor:** This is concerning news, especially considering the festive season is upon us.
**Fiona Kelly:** Absolutely. The FSAI stresses the seriousness of Listeria infections, particularly for vulnerable groups such as pregnant women, older adults, and those with compromised immune systems [1].
**Anchor:** Fiona, you mentioned Dunnes Stores specifically. Can you elaborate on their involvement in this recall?
**fiona Kelly:** Yes, Dunnes Stores, a prominent Irish supermarket chain, has issued an urgent recall of their Simply Better Dubliner cheese and Simply Better Five Cheese Farmhouse cheese [2]. Both products have specific “use-by” dates: December 23rd and 26th, respectively. consumers should check these dates carefully. The company states that this is a precautionary measure taken in cooperation with the FSAI to ensure the safety of their customers [2].
**Anchor:** What are the symptoms consumers should be alert for?
**Fiona Kelly:** Listeriosis can present with various symptoms, including fever, muscle aches, and gastrointestinal issues [1,2].In severe cases, it can lead to hospitalization and, in rare instances, even fatalities. Thus,it’s crucial for individuals experiencing these symptoms to consult a doctor immediately.
**Anchor:** Fiona, thank you for that informative update. We’ll continue monitoring this story and invite our viewers to stay tuned to Archyde News for any further developments.
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## Cheese Recall Q&A
**Q:** What cheese products are being recalled in Ireland?
**A:** The recall affects batches of Wicklow Farmhouse cheese and Dunnes Stores cheddar.
**Q:** Why are thes products being recalled?
**A:** They are being recalled due to potential Listeria contamination.
**Q:** Who is most at risk from Listeria infection?
**A:** Listeria infection can be dangerous for pregnant women, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems.
**Q:** What are the symptoms of Listeria infection?
**A:** Symptoms can include fever, muscle aches, and gastrointestinal issues.
**Q:** What should consumers do if they have purchased these cheese products?
**A:** consumers should not eat the products and should return them to their point of purchase for a full refund.
**Q:** Which specific Dunnes Stores products are being recalled?
**A:** Dunnes Stores is recalling Simply Better Dubliner cheese (use-by date: December 23rd, 2023) and Simply Better Five Cheese Irish Farmhouse cheese (use-by date: December 26th, 2023).
**Q:** What has Dunnes Stores said about the recall?
**A:** Dunnes Stores stated that the recall is a precautionary measure and they are working closely with the Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) to ensure customer safety.