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Salami Recalled in Canada Due to Salmonella Outbreak—Here's What to Know
A salami recall in Canada, due to Salmonella, was just announced.
The recall impacts Bona and Rea branded salami sold in three provinces.
There are illnesses connected to this recall—contact a doctor if symptoms an active recall on three types of salami sold in multiple Canadian provinces, according to the Canadian Food Inspection Agency. This is due to a Salmonella contamination.
The following are the brands and types of salami impacted by this recall. Note the UPC and additional codes printed on the affected products, though the recalled salami may have been sold at deli counters without the coded packaging:
Brand
Product
UPC
Codes
Bona
Mild Genova Salami
N/A
5035 226
Rea
Genoa Salami Sweet
8 41571 04226 2
5035 226; 5049 226
Rea
Genoa Salami Hot
8 41571 04228 6
5020 228; 5035 228
The affected salami was sold in variable sizes at deli counters and grocery locations in Alberta, Manitoba and Ontario. Check your deli meat for the recall information or call your place of purchase to see if it matches the recall information. If so, dispose of it immediately.
There are reported illnesses connected to this recall. Salmonella infection (salmonellosis) can cause short-term symptoms of foodborne illness like diarrhea, fever, headache, nausea, vomiting and abdominal cramps. If you are showing signs of salmonellosis after eating the recalled salami, contact a health care professional as soon as possible.
For questions about this recall, contact the CFIA's toll-free number at 1-800-442-2342 or email information@
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