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# Major Recall Alert: Cremini Sliced, Sliced Mushrooms, Thick Sliced Mushroom, Thin Sliced Mushroom Recalled Due to Possible Listeria Contamination
Attention, shoppers! **Peeters Mushroom Farm** has issued an urgent recall affecting several of its sliced mushroom products due to potential contamination with **Listeria monocytogenes**, a bacterium known to cause serious health risks. If you’ve recently purchased these products, it’s important to take action immediately. Here's everything you need to know about this recall and how you can stay safe.
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## Why This Recall is Important
Listeria monocytogenes is a harmful bacterium that can lead to **listeriosis**, a serious infection with symptoms that may include fever, muscle aches, nausea, and diarrhea. The risk is especially high for pregnant individuals (as it can lead to miscarriage or stillbirth), older adults, and people with weakened immune systems. Even healthy individuals should be cautious, as severe cases can cause life-threatening complications.
If affected mushrooms from **Peeters Mushroom Farm** are consumed, there is a risk of illness stemming from this contamination. It is crucial to avoid using or eating any of the recalled mushroom products.
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### Details of the Recall
Here’s what you need to know about the impacted products:
- **Brand Name**: None – Peeters Mushroom Farm
- **Recalled Products**:
- Cremini Sliced
- Sliced Mushrooms
- Thick Sliced Mushroom
- Thin Sliced Mushroom
- **Reason for Recall**: Possible **Listeria monocytogenes** contamination
- **Packaging**: 227g, other specific details may be on packages displayed in the [official recall notice](https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/peeters-mushroom-farm-brand-sliced-mushrooms-recalled-due-listeria-monocytogenes)
- **Date Announced**: September 30, 2023 (29152 in database format)
- **Images of Recalled Products**:
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### What You Should Do
If you have purchased any of the recalled mushrooms, follow these steps to protect your health and the health of those around you:
- **Do Not Consume** the affected mushroom products.
- **Check Your Pantry or Refrigerator**: Look for the product names and packaging details listed above.
- **Dispose of the Product Immediately**: Place the mushrooms in a sealed bag and discard them securely.
- **Contact the Seller**: Reach out to the store where you purchased the product for more specific guidance or refunds.
Anyone who experiences symptoms of listeriosis after ingesting these mushrooms is urged to get medical attention promptly.
For detailed information on the recall, visit the official government alert [here](https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/peeters-mushroom-farm-brand-sliced-mushrooms-recalled-due-listeria-monocytogenes).
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