Dakota Tom’s Sandwiches of Corsica, SD, is recalling Pepperjack Cheeseburger, Bacon Cheeseburger and The Gambler sandwiches because the burger patties are included in a recall from a third-party supplier, BrucePac.
The BrucePac recall is due to possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes.
The sandwiches were distributed in supermarkets, convenience stores and other retailers in South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Iowa and Wyoming.
Consumers should look for the following UPC numbers on the buns: Pepper Jack Cheeseburger UPC 737296806008; The Gambler UPC 737296601788; and Bacon Cheeseburger UPC 3729680300. The best before date of the buns ranges from September 1 to November 23.
At the time the recall notice was posted, no confirmed illnesses had been reported to the company.
About Listeria infections
Food contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes may not look or smell putrid, but it can still cause serious and sometimes life-threatening infections. Anyone who has eaten recalled products and developed symptoms of a Listeria infection should seek medical attention and tell their doctor about the possible exposure to Listeria.
Also, anyone who has eaten any of the recalled products should monitor themselves for symptoms in the coming weeks, as it can take up to 70 days after exposure to Listeria for symptoms of listeriosis to develop.
Symptoms of a Listeria infection may include vomiting, nausea, persistent fever, muscle aches, severe headaches, and neck stiffness. Specific laboratory tests are needed to diagnose Listeria infections, which can mimic other diseases.
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. Although infected pregnant women may experience only mild, flu-like symptoms, their infections can lead to preterm labor, infection of the newborn, or even stillbirth.
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