# Major Recall Alert: Ready-to-Eat Sandwiches and Snack Items Recalled Due to Potential Listeria monocytogenes Contamination
Consumers in Arizona, California, Nevada, and Washington are advised to check their refrigerators and vending machines after **Fresh & Ready Foods** initiated a voluntary recall of select **ready-to-eat sandwiches and snack items**. This proactive measure comes in response to potential contamination with **Listeria monocytogenes**, a harmful bacterium that can cause serious health risks.
Read on for all the essential details you need to protect yourself and your family.
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## Why This Recall is Important
The recall impacts **Fresh & Ready Foods** products sold under the **Fresh Take Crave Away** and **City Point Market Fresh Food to Go** brands. The contamination concern was identified during the FDA’s routine environmental monitoring procedure, which revealed the presence of **Listeria monocytogenes** on a piece of equipment at their facility.
### Why should you care about Listeria monocytogenes?
Listeria monocytogenes is a dangerous bacterium that can lead to **severe infections**, especially in vulnerable groups:
- Seniors
- Pregnant women (risk of miscarriage or stillbirths)
- Newborns
- Individuals with weakened immune systems
While healthy individuals may only experience **temporary symptoms**, such as fever, stiffness, and diarrhea, those with compromised immunity are at **greater risk of life-threatening complications**.
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## Details of the Recall
Fresh & Ready Foods has taken immediate corrective action to protect consumer safety, including removing the affected equipment and strengthening safety protocols.
**Here’s what you need to know about the recalled products:**
- **Products Affected**: Ready-to-eat sandwiches and snack items.
- **Distribution Areas**: Arizona, California, Nevada, and Washington.
- **Distribution Period**: April 18, 2025, to April 28, 2025.
- **Use By Dates**: April 22, 2025, to May 19, 2025.
- **Sale Locations**: Vending machines and breakrooms in corporate offices, medical buildings, and healthcare facilities.
No illnesses have been reported to date, but **Fresh & Ready Foods** urges consumers to take precautions by discarding affected products immediately.
For a detailed list of affected product labels and images, visit the official FDA announcement [here](https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/fresh-ready-foods-voluntarily-recalls-ready-eat-sandwiches-and-snack-items-sold-arizona-california).
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## What You Should Do
If you’ve purchased ready-to-eat sandwiches or snack items from vending machines or breakrooms in the affected states, follow these steps:
1. **Check Use By Dates**: Look for dates ranging from April 22, 2025, to May 19, 2025.
2. **Dispose of Products Immediately**: Do not consume any items within the affected date range.
3. **Contact Fresh & Ready Foods**:
- Email: RecallConcern@HotLineGlobal.com
- Phone: 1-855-424-8390 (Monday – Friday, 5:00 AM to 3:00 PM PST)
4. **Request a Refund**: A full refund is available for impacted purchases.
By acting swiftly, you can minimize the risk of exposure while ensuring your safety.
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Fresh & Ready Foods is collaborating closely with the FDA to ensure consumer safety and prevent future incidents. Protect yourself by staying informed and taking prompt action.
For more details, visit the official FDA recall page [here](https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/fresh-ready-foods-voluntarily-recalls-ready-eat-sandwiches-and-snack-items-sold-arizona-california).
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