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Urgent product recall on milk sold at Coles, Woolworths, Aldi: 'Severe illness'
The a2 Milk Company has issued an urgent product recall on one of its most popular products. a2 Light Milk 2L has been recalled due to microbial (Listeria monocytogenes) contamination, which may cause severe illness.
The product has been available for purchase in retail outlets in Western Australia, including Coles, Woolworths, Aldi and IGA. It is marked with the use-by date 06/06 and the product number #41.
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Listeria monocytogenes is a harmful type of bacteria found in refrigerated, ready-to-eat foods like meat, seafood, dairy and produce. It can cause listeriosis when consumed, with common symptoms including fever, headache and diarrhoea.
Listeria monocytogenes can cause serious illness in pregnant women, unborn babies, newborns, the elderly, and immunocompromised individuals. The general population can also become ill from consuming food contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
Consumers are advised to immediately stop using the product and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Anyone concerned about the use of this product should seek medical advice.
Customers can also contact the a2 Milk Company via email at careline@ or call 1800 22 4632 for further information.
This comes after a product recall was issued on two popular snacks due to mould contamination caused by a packaging fault. Protea Foods Pty Ltd has recalled Lekker Biltong Slices Traditional (100g) and Lekker Biltong Slices Peri-Peri Chilli (40g) from Batches 08 0804 and 08 0904 with an expiry date of 11/01/2026.
Lekker Biltong Slices Traditional has been available to purchase in Coles Supermarkets in NSW, as well as independent retailers in VIC and WA, and online in WA. Meanwhile, Lekker Biltong Slices Peri-Peri Chilli has been available to purchase from independent retailers in VIC and WA.
