Canada – Public Health Notice: Outbreak of Listeria infections linked to recalled plant-based refrigerated beverages – Two Dead

Posted on July 18, 2024 by | Leave a comment

PHAC

This outbreak investigation is ongoing. The public health notice will be updated as the investigation evolves.

At a glance

Do not consume, use, sell, serve or distribute various recalled plant-based refrigerated beverages

At a glance
Illnesses 12
Provinces and territories with illnesses (number of illnesses)
  • Ontario (10)
  • Quebec (1)
  • Nova Scotia (1)
Hospitalizations 9
Deaths 2
Gender 67% female
Age range 37-89
58% of cases are 60 years of age or older
Food Recall Yes, various Silk and Great Value brand plant-based refrigerated beverages recalled nationally
Recall information
Investigation status Active

Food recall warnings have been issued for plant-based refrigerated beverages from:

  • Silk
  • Great Value

For more information on the recalled products, please consult the Canadian Food inspection Agency (CFIA) recall notice on the Government of Canada Recalls and Safety Alerts website.

Food recall warning: Various Silk and Great Value brand plant-based refrigerated beverages recalled due to Listeria monocytogenes

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