The Rhode Island Department of Health (HEALTH) advises consumers that Heluva Good 8-ounce plastic cup containers of Cold Pack Cheese Food may be contaminated with the bacteria that causes listeriosis. This bacteria can cause serious illness and sometimes fatal infections in young children, the elderly or anyone with a weakened immune system. In addition, the bacteria can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women. These products were distributed to stores in Rhode Island.
The products involved in this recall include:
--8-ounce plastic cup containers of Heluva Good Port Wine Cold Pack Cheese Food, sell by date between 11/15/2010 through 12/15/2010. --8-ounce plastic cup containers of Heluva Good Sharp Cheddar Cold Pack Cheese Food, sell by date between 11/15/2010 and 12/15/2010.
These are the only products involved in this recall.
Consumers who have purchased either of these products should return the product(s) to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Symptoms of listeriosis can include high fever, sever headache, stiffness and nausea, or abdominal pain and diarrhea. Anyone with these symptoms should contact their healthcare provider. No illnesses have been reported in connection with these recalled products.
Consumers with questions can call Heluva Good Consumer Affairs at 800-242-2423.