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Several major retailers have recalled a variety of store-brand cream cheese spreads distributed nationwide over concerns that they may be contaminated with salmonella, an organism that can cause fatal infections, particularly in older adults and those with weakened immune systems.
The recall was prompted by Schreiber Foods of Wisconsin after one of its suppliers reported that an ingredient used in several cream cheeses may contain the harmful pathogen. No illnesses had been reported.
The cream cheese spreads below were recalled by the following stores and their respective brands.
Consumers are advised to throw away all of the recalled products or return them to the store where purchased for a refund.
Salmonella is a bacteria that causes illnesses in 1.35 million people every year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Children younger than 5, adults 65 and older and people with weakened immune systems may have more serious illnesses that require medical treatment. Common symptoms of a salmonella infection, known as salmonellosis, include:
In severe cases, an infection could result in a high fever, vomiting, bloody diarrhea and dehydration. An infection could be fatal. Most people infected will exhibit symptoms six hours to six days after swallowing the bacteria. Typically, people recover in four to seven days without the need for treatment.
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