Lactaid Milk Sold in 27 States Recalled

What Happened?

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced a recall of Lactaid milk sold in 27 states due to possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes, a bacteria that can cause serious infections.

Affected Products

The recall affects 13 varieties of Lactaid milk sold in gallon, half-gallon, quart, and pint containers. The affected products have expiration dates ranging from March 1, 2023, to April 15, 2023.

What to Do

Consumers who have purchased the affected products are urged to not consume them and to return them to the store where they were purchased for a full refund.

Listeriosis, the infection caused by Listeria monocytogenes, can cause serious symptoms such as fever, muscle aches, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. In severe cases, it can lead to sepsis and meningitis.

How It Happened

The contamination was discovered during routine testing by the manufacturer, Schreiber Foods Inc. The company is working with the FDA to determine the source of the contamination.

What the FDA Is Doing

The FDA is investigating the recall and is working with Schreiber Foods Inc. to ensure that all affected products are removed from the market.

The FDA advises consumers to check their refrigerators for the affected products and to return them to the store for a full refund.

Additional Information

For more information on the recall, consumers can contact Schreiber Foods Inc. at 1-800-851-7447 or visit the company's website at www.schreiberfoods.com.

Consumers can also report any illnesses related to the recalled products to the FDA's MedWatch program at www.fda.gov/medwatch.