An urgent recall of contaminated products has been initiated at Penny. All consumers are likely to prefer avoiding food poisoning caused by the presence of pathogenic bacteria in their food. Nobody wants health issues, especially in the lead-up to the Christmas holidays.
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This is precisely what the Penny discount store is currently warning its customers about. The recall applies to a meat product.
Urgent recall at Penny: details
This is the second instance where the discount store has halted the sale of food products for a short period.
Netto recently informed its customers about the nationwide recall of olives. Now, the same applies to Penny.
Specifically, it concerns turkey fillets under the brand name Schildauer. Salmonella and Listeria have apparently been detected during laboratory tests of the product. These are pathogenic bacteria that, when consumed, can cause unpleasant symptoms.
Which product poses a threat:
- Article: Schildauer Turkey Salmon Fillet;
- Weight: 300 grams;
- Batch number: 234605;
- Expiration date: December 18, 2023.
The affected product is sold by the company Penny: At the moment, the supermarket has already removed the item from sale.
Customers who have purchased turkey fillets can return them to any store with a refund, and no proof of purchase, such as a receipt or invoice, is required for this.
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Anyone who has consumed the turkey fillets may experience unpleasant health problems. According to the Federal Center for Sanitary Education, salmonella can cause symptoms such as:
- Diarrhea;
- Abdominal pain;
- Vomiting;
- Fever.
This infection is particularly dangerous for individuals with weakened immune systems, including infants, young children, the elderly, and those with immune disorders. Individuals in these categories should exercise special caution.
If symptoms worsen and do not improve, it is advisable to consult a doctor. This also applies to Listeria infection. The so-called listeriosis also manifests with diarrhea and fever. If these symptoms are present, it is important not to delay seeking medical attention.
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The urgent recall at Penny has been extended to turkey fillets under the Schildauer brand due to the detection of Salmonella and Listeria. Consumers who have purchased these items should return them to any Penny store for a refund, without needing a receipt. Anyone experiencing symptoms after consuming the affected product is advised to seek medical attention.
