An urgent recall has been issued for McWurst Scotch Egg products after Listeria monocytogenes were found in two separate batches.
Dearne Valley Foods, the producers of these Scotch Eggs, have said that these products are sold in Booths and Booker.
If you have bought one of these products, then it is advised that you do not eat it and return it to where you purchased it from.
What products are affected?
McWurst Scotch Eggs 2 eggs pack chilled
Use by 13 September 2018 to 25 September 2018
McWurst Mini Savoury Eggs 12 eggs pack chilled
Use by 13 September 2018 to 24 September 2018
No other Dearne Valley Foods products are known to be affected.
Why are these products being recalled?
There's a possible presence of Listeria monocytogenes in the products listed above.
What should you do if you've bought one?
If you have bought any of the above products, do not eat them. Instead, return them to the store from where they were bought for a full refund.
What are the symptoms of listeriosis?
In most people, listeriosis has no symptoms or only causes mild symptoms for a few days, such as:
- a high temperature of 38C or above
- aches and pains
- chills
- feeling sick or vomiting
- diarrhoea
How to get treated
If you have these symptoms, you can usually look after yourself at home, but ask for an urgent GP appointment if:
- you think you have listeriosis and you have a condition that weakens your immune system (like diabetes)
- you think you have listeriosis and you're having treatment that weakens your immune system (like chemotherapy)
- you think your baby might have listeriosis
If it's not treated, severe listeriosis can cause serious infections like meningitis in babies and people with a weak immune system.
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