Salmon Recall Update As Fda Issues Most Serious Concern Level

FDA Issues Class I Recall of Foppen Smoked Norwegian Salmon Slices

Immediate Action Required to Prevent Salmonella Outbreak

Affected Product:

• Foppen Smoked Norwegian Salmon Slices - Toast Size

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a Class I recall for Foppen Smoked Norwegian Salmon Slices due to potential contamination with Salmonella Litchfield, a harmful bacterium that can cause serious health consequences or death.

The recall was initiated after an investigation by the FDA, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and state and local partners linked the salmon product to a multistate outbreak of Salmonella Litchfield infections.

Consumers who have purchased the affected product are urged to discard it immediately and contact their healthcare provider if they experience any symptoms of Salmonella infection, including:

• Diarrhea
• Fever
• Vomiting

The FDA advises retailers to remove the affected product from their shelves and contact their distributors for further instructions.

This Class I recall indicates a high probability of serious health consequences or death. It is essential for consumers to take immediate action to protect their health.