Hershey's, Friendly's Ice Cream Recalled Over Listeria Risk

68 Products from 13 Brands Affected

A multi-state outbreak of Listeria monocytogenes infections has prompted the recall of 68 ice cream products from 13 brands, including Hershey's and Friendly's. The affected products were manufactured by Maryland-based Totally Cool Inc. and distributed nationwide.

Implicated Brands and Products

Some of the affected brands and products include:

• Hershey's: 60 fl oz Celebration Ice Cream Cake
• Friendly's: 40 fl oz Strawberry Ice Cream
• Chipwich: Vanilla Chocolate Chip Ice Cream

The full list of recalled products can be found on the FDA website.

Consumers who have purchased any of the recalled products are urged to discard them immediately and contact their healthcare provider if they experience any symptoms of Listeria infection, such as fever, muscle aches, nausea, and diarrhea.

Conclusion

This recall is a reminder of the importance of food safety. It is crucial that consumers check for product recalls before consuming any food products and that manufacturers take all necessary precautions to prevent contamination. The FDA and CDC will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as needed.