British Columbians are being urged to check their fridges after a recall was issued for a brand of enoki mushrooms due to possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes.
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) announced the recall on November 7, warning that the affected mushrooms, Mount Kumgang distributed by Grand International Import & Export Inc., may pose a serious health risk.
The recall was triggered following routine CFIA testing.
No illnesses have been reported at this time.
The recalled mushrooms were sold nationwide, including in British Columbia.
The CFIA has not confirmed which specific retailers carried the product, so consumers across Metro Vancouver and beyond are being asked to take precaution.
Back in August, another brand of enoki mushrooms was also recalled for the same potential dangers.
Listeria-contaminated food may not show signs of spoilage but can still cause severe illness.
Symptoms can include nausea, vomiting, muscle aches, persistent fever, headache, and stiff neck.
Pregnant individuals, older adults, and those with weakened immune systems are at particular risk, as infection can lead to serious complications such as miscarriage, premature delivery, or death.
The CFIA is advising consumers not to eat, serve, or sell the recalled product.
Anyone who has purchased the mushrooms should either discard them or return them to the store where they were bought.
Those who believe they may have become ill after consuming the product are encouraged to seek medical advice.
The agency says it is continuing its investigation and working to ensure that affected products are removed from shelves.