7-Eleven sandwiches, wraps recalled because of Listeria
7-Eleven brand sandwiches, subs and wraps are being recalled in Canada due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination.
The products were distributed to 7-Eleven stores in Alberta, British Columbia and Saskatchewan.
The recall was initiated by the company, according to the Canadian Food Inspection Agency.
No illnesses associated with the consumption of these products have been reported.
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Consumers can identify recalled products by looking for the following information on the label.
About Listeria Infections
Foods contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes may not look, smell, or taste altered, but can still cause serious or even fatal infections. Anyone who has eaten any of the recalled products and developed symptoms of Listeria infection should seek medical attention and inform their doctor of possible Listeria exposure.
Additionally, anyone who has consumed any of the recalled products should self-monitor for symptoms over the coming weeks, as it can take up to 70 days after exposure to Listeria for symptoms of listeriosis to develop.
Symptoms of Listeria infection may include vomiting, nausea, persistent fever, muscle pain, severe headache, and neck stiffness. Specific laboratory tests are needed to diagnose Listeria infections, which can mimic other illnesses.
Pregnant women, the elderly, young children, and people such as cancer patients with weakened immune systems are at particular risk of serious illness, life-threatening infections, other complications, and death. Even if infected pregnant women experience only mild flu-like symptoms, their infections can lead to premature delivery, infection of the newborn, or even stillbirth.
