USDA warns of Listeria contamination in ready-to-eat chicken Caesar wraps
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The USDA found Listeria contamination in ready-to-eat chicken Caesar wraps. Listeria can cause serious illness, especially for pregnant women, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems. The affected products are no longer being sold, but the agency is alerting consumers who may have purchased them earlier.
Listeria bacteria have been found in ready-to-eat chicken Caesar wraps, according to a warning from the USDA. The contaminated products were distributed before the discovery, though they're no longer available for sale. The agency is alerting people who may have bought them earlier.
Listeria infection can cause serious illness in vulnerable groups. Pregnant women, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems face the highest risk. Symptoms include fever, muscle aches, and nausea. In severe cases, the infection can spread to the bloodstream or brain.
The contaminated wraps may still be in some home fridges or freezers. If you purchased these products recently, check your kitchen. Throw away any wraps you find, even if they haven't been opened or tasted yet. Don't serve them to family members or donate them elsewhere.
If you ate one of the affected wraps and feel unwell, contact your doctor. Tell them you may have been exposed to Listeria. Watch for fever, muscle aches, nausea, or diarrhoea in the coming weeks. Report any symptoms promptly, especially if you're pregnant, over 65, or have a compromised immune system.
What you can doAI-generated
- ✓Check your fridge and freezer right now for ready-to-eat chicken Caesar wraps you bought in the past few weeks. Toss any you find in the trash, even unopened ones.
- ✓Talk to your doctor if you've eaten one of these wraps and start feeling sick. Tell them specifically about the Listeria exposure so they know what to test for.
- ✓Watch for fever, muscle aches, nausea, or diarrhea over the next few weeks. Call your doctor immediately if you develop any of these symptoms, especially if you're pregnant, over 65, or have a weakened immune system.
- ✓Avoid buying ready-to-eat wraps from the affected brand until the USDA confirms the contamination is fully resolved. Stick with freshly made options or prepare your own Caesar wraps at home for now.
Always consult a healthcare professional for personal medical advice.
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