Alfa Sprouts recalls alfalfa sprouts because of Listeria risk

April 27, 2012—Alfa Sprouts recalled its Springwater Sprouts brand of organic alfalfa sprouts, because they might be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, which is an organism that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in individuals who have weakened immune systems.

M.E. Thompson expands sandwich recall due to Listeria concerns

April 18, 2012—M.E. Thompson expanded the recall of its Anytime Deli Turkey and Ham Footlong sandwiches to include its Classic Cuban and Italian Footlong sandwiches, because these products might be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, which is an organism that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and other consumers who have weakened immune systems.