The Ministry of Healthin its function of monitoring products that put health at risk, has some called back some retained dangerous. It is a brand of biscuits and two cured meats.
The risks associated with the products are quite serious, so much so that the ministry has asked us to pay attention to consumption. In fact, the warning is not to consume them due to a high risk of contamination from one dangerous substance and the presence of a allergen.
Recall for biscuits: presence of allergen
With the note of October 25th the Ministry of Health (also present ondedicated app) has decided to recall a potentially dangerous product. This is a pack of biscuits.
The biscuits are from the “Kishwan” brand. The sales denomination name is Rusky Dry Cake. The manufacturer and identification mark of the establishment is Asia Food Srl (VAT number 17129251009)the factory address is: Plot no A-6, A-7 Nasirabad, Chittagong Bangladesh. To better identify the packages under recall, you can therefore check the numbers of the affected batches:
To set off the alarm presence of eggs not declared. The recall, scheduled for October 25, 2024 for products with expiration dates of 01/02/2026, 01/24/2026, 02/04/2026, 02/19/2026 have a warning. The note states that the products “should not be consumed, they must be removed”. In fact, the allergen could cause a serious reaction.
Recall for biscuits: presence of allergen
With the note of October 25th the ministry also decided to recall two cured meats. These are:
- Mignon salami and Torinetto salami
- brand: Borgo Dora
- name or company name: salumificio Borgo Dora Spa
- production batch: 348304
- factory mark: IT 926 L CE
- headquarters: Corso Vercelli 279/A Turin – 10155
- expiry date: 04/08/2025
- weight: 90 grams and 200 grams
What triggers the alarm in this case is the suspicion of risk microbiologicalor the presence of Listeria Monocytogenes. The note states that the products must be returned to the point of sale.
What are the risks of eating food with Listeria Monocytogenes?
Intake of food contaminated by Listeria monocytogenes, as we have already explained in the large recall of over 100 products, it can have serious consequences for human health. The bacterium, if ingested, can cause a disease known as listeriosisthe effects of which range from mild symptoms to life-threatening complications.
Between the symptoms mild we point out:
- fever;
- diarrhea;
- nausea and vomiting;
- muscle pain;
- flu-like symptoms.
Between the symptoms serious include:
- meningitis;
- encephalitis;
- septicemia;
- spontaneous abortions and premature births.
Additionally, some people are more at risk. These include pregnant women, newborns and the elderly.
There diagnosis of listeriosis is generally confirmed through blood or cerebrospinal fluid tests. The main treatment is antibiotics, given promptly to reduce the risk of serious complications. In more serious cases, the hospital admission it is often necessary.
There prevention of listeriosis requires correct handling and cooking of food. It is essential to cook meat and fish thoroughly, as well as avoiding the consumption of unpasteurized milk and cheeses made with it. THE’hygiene in the kitchen play a crucial role: fruit and vegetables must be washed thoroughly and surfaces and utensils must be cleaned after handling raw foods to prevent contamination. Furthermore, it is important store food at safe temperatures and take measures to avoid cross-contamination between raw and cooked foods.