# Major Recall Alert: Baekdu Peak Enoki Mushroom Recalled Due to Possible Listeria Contamination
Attention, food safety enthusiasts and health-conscious shoppers! The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has announced a major recall involving **Baekdu Peak Enoki Mushrooms** (200 g). The recall is due to the potential contamination of the product with *Listeria monocytogenes*. This bacteria poses significant health risks, especially to vulnerable populations. Here’s everything you need to know about this urgent recall to keep your household safe.
## Why This Recall is Important
The presence of *Listeria monocytogenes* in food is a serious concern. Consuming products contaminated with this bacteria can cause **listeriosis**, a potentially life-threatening illness. Symptoms may include:
- Fever
- Muscle aches
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Severe cases could lead to meningitis, septicemia, or complications in pregnant individuals, such as miscarriage or stillbirth.
This recall highlights the importance of food safety as *Listeria monocytogenes* can survive refrigeration and grow at low temperatures, making proper disposal of affected products critical. Immediate action is necessary to prevent illness, particularly for immunocompromised individuals, young children, the elderly, and pregnant women.
## Details of the Recall
The CFIA has issued a formal advisory regarding Baekdu Peak's Enoki Mushrooms. Here are the essential details:
- **Brand**: Baekdu Peak
- **Product Name**: Enoki Mushroom
- **Weight**: 200 grams
- **Reason for Recall**: Possible contamination with *Listeria monocytogenes*.
- **Images of the Product**:
- **Announcement Date**: October 23, 2023
- **Geographical Coverage**: Canada
For further details, you can check the official advisory issued by the **Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA)** [here](https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/baekdu-peak-brand-enoki-mushroom-recalled-due-listeria-monocytogenes).
## What You Should Do
If you have Baekdu Peak Enoki Mushrooms in your home, here’s what you need to do immediately:
- **Do not consume the product.**
- **Dispose of it properly** in a sealed trash bag to prevent cross-contamination.
- **Sanitize any surfaces or containers** the product may have come into contact with, using hot, soapy water or a recommended disinfectant solution.
- If you or someone in your household has consumed the recalled product and is experiencing symptoms of listeriosis, **seek medical attention immediately.**
- Share this announcement with family, friends, and your local community to spread awareness.
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**Your safety is always a priority.** Be cautious, stay informed, and act quickly when recalls are announced. For more details on this specific recall, visit the [official CFIA page](https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/baekdu-peak-brand-enoki-mushroom-recalled-due-listeria-monocytogenes).
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