SHEPPARD AIR FORCE BASE, Texas --
The Quaker Oats Company
has issued a recall for Quaker Quinoa Granola Bars. The recall is due to an
ingredient supplier that distributed sunflower kernels that may be contaminated
with listeria monocytogenes bacteria.
The majority of the potentially affected products have been withheld
from reaching retail shelves, but the following products were made available for
sale and are now being recalled:
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION:
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6.1 ounce boxes of
Quaker Quinoa Granola Bars Chocolate Nut Medley with UPC code 30000 32241 and
Best Before Dates of: 10/16/2016, 10/17/2016
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6.1 ounce boxes of
Quaker Quinoa Granola Bars Yogurt, Fruit & Nut with UPC 30000 32243 and
Best Before Dates of: 10/10/2016, 10/11/2016
Listeriosis is a serious
illness usually caused by eating foods contaminated with listeria monocytogenes
bacteria. Listeriosis generally causes symptoms
such as a high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and
diarrhea. Young children, pregnant women,
elderly people, and those with weakened immune systems are especially at risk
for developing a very serious and potentially fatal infection. Listeria infections can also cause
miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women.
Consumers who have
purchased either of the above products are urged to dispose of them or to
return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. They can also direct
any questions to (800) 856-5781, Mon-Fri, 8:30am– 6:00pm (EST), or find more
information at www.quakeroats.com.
Public
Health has confirmed that Sheppard AFB facilities DO carry these products for
sale. These products have been reported and removed from the shelves. There have
been no illnesses reported to date in connection with this recall. Consumers or
customers who have questions about the above recall may contact 82nd AMDS Public
Health Flight at (940) 676-1874/3052.