Co-op food pulled from shelves over fears it could cause high temperatures, fever and diarrhoea

Co-op Smooth Brussels Pate

Pack size: 175g

Use by: November 19, 2024, November 21, 2024 and November 28, 2024

The Food Standards Agency (FSA) warned Britons: "The products listed above might be contaminated with Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes.

"Symptoms caused by Salmonella usually include fever, diarrhoea and abdominal cramps.

"Symptoms caused by Listeria monocytogenes can be similar to flu and include high temperature, muscle ache or pain, chills, feeling or being sick and diarrhoea.

"Some people are more vulnerable to listeria infections, including those over 65 years of age, pregnant women and their unborn babies, babies less than one month old and people with weakened immune systems.

"Co-op is recalling the above product. Point of sale notices will be displayed in all retail stores that are selling this product.

"These notices explain to customers why the product is being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought the product."

Co-op's official notice read: "Co-op Brussels Pate 175g Is being recalled due to an ongoing investigation into the possible presence of salmonella and listeria monocytogenes.

"For a refund or replacement (subject to availability) please visit your local store. If purchased online, you can receive a refund by calling 0330 041 7737.

"You can contact our Customer Careline on 0800 0686 727 or email via Product issues or returns - Co-op (coop.co.uk). We apologise for any inconvenience caused."

The FSA explained why food products are sometimes recalled. It's important to take recalls seriously.

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Britons were told: "If there is a problem with a food product that means it should not be sold, then it might be 'withdrawn' (taken off the shelves) or 'recalled' (when customers are asked to return the product).

"The FSA issues Product Withdrawal Information Notices and Product Recall Information Notices to let consumers and local authorities know about problems associated with food.

"In some cases, a 'Food Alert for Action' is issued. This provides local authorities with details of specific action to be taken on behalf of consumers."

This comes as food sold at supermarkets, restaurants and convenience stores are recalled as they could cause a "medical emergency".