# Major Recall Alert: Oatmeal Fig Pistachio, Pistachio, Pistachio Cheesecake, Pistachios Green Reg, Raw Hulled Pistachios, Raw Pistachio Recalled Due to Potential Salmonella Contamination
Food safety concerns have taken center stage with a recent recall affecting several pistachio and pistachio-containing products. Products under brands such as **Ambal Trading, Bartholomew Bakery Café, None, and Sweet Flour** are being pulled from Canadian marketplaces due to possible **Salmonella contamination**. Authorities have linked this recall to an ongoing investigation into a **foodborne illness outbreak**, raising alarms for consumers nationwide.
Read on to learn more about this crucial recall, its potential health implications, and how to keep you and your family safe.
## Why This Recall is Important
Salmonella contamination is a serious concern because it can cause a wide range of illnesses, from mild digestive discomfort to severe and life-threatening infections. Symptoms of Salmonella infection include:
- **Fever**
- **Nausea and Vomiting**
- **Abdominal Cramps**
- **Diarrhea (which may sometimes be bloody)**
- **Severe Cases**: In vulnerable groups such as young children, the elderly, and those with weakened immune systems, Salmonella infections can lead to complications, including dehydration, severe illness, and hospitalization.
This recall is particularly alarming since it involves multiple products used in everyday snacks, desserts, and meals. Keeping contaminated food out of your home is crucial to avoid potential health risks.
## Details of the Recall
The recall affects several pistachio-related products sold across Canada. Below are the products being recalled:
### Affected Brands and Products:
- **Ambal Trading**: Raw Pistachio
- **Bartholomew Bakery Café**: Pistachio, Pistachio Cheesecake
- **Sweet Flour**: Oatmeal Fig Pistachio, Pistachio
- **Unbranded/None**: Pistachios Green Reg, Raw Hulled Pistachios
### Reason for Recall:
- **Possible Salmonella Contamination**
- **Linked to an Investigation**: This recall is part of an ongoing **Foodborne Illness Outbreak** investigation coordinated by health authorities.
For the latest updates and additional recall notifications, visit the official **[Food Safety Investigation page](https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/various-pistachios-and-pistachio-containing-products-recalled-due-salmonella-1)**.
## What You Should Do
To protect yourself and your family, follow these steps if you have purchased or consumed the affected products:
- **Check Your Pantry:** Look for the recalled items listed above.
- **Stop Using the Product Immediately:** Do not consume any affected foods, even if they look or smell fine.
- **Dispose of Safely:** Throw out the product or return it to the store where purchased for a refund.
- **Monitor Your Health:** If you’ve consumed the affected products and experience symptoms such as nausea, fever, or abdominal pain, contact your healthcare provider immediately.
- **Spread the Word:** Inform friends and family members to ensure no one else consumes these contaminated products.
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For additional details and updates about this recall, check out the official [recall notice here](https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/various-pistachios-and-pistachio-containing-products-recalled-due-salmonella-1).
Don’t take chances with your health—stay vigilant, stay informed, and stay safe!