Some canned tuna brands from Trader Joe’s, Costco, and Walmart have been recalled due to concerns about a dangerous bacterium called clostridium botulinum.
Tri-Union, a seafood company, voluntarily recalled certain canned tuna products because of a faulty “easy open” lid that could lead to contamination.
Consumers are advised not to use the recalled products, even if they seem fine, and to seek medical help if feeling unwell.
Products Affected by the Recall:
- Genova Solid White Tuna in Olive Oil 5.0 oz
- Genova Yellowfin Tuna in Olive Oil 5.0 oz
- Van Camp’s Solid Light Tuna in Oil 5.0 oz
For a full list of recalled products and more information, visit the FDA website.
Clostridium botulinum can cause serious illness, including breathing problems and paralysis, so it’s important to be cautious.
Vocabulary List:
- Recall /ˈriː.kɔːl/ (noun/verb): The act of retrieving or withdrawing a product from the market due to safety concerns.
- Contamination /kənˌtæmɪˈneɪʃən/ (noun): The presence of an unwanted substance that makes something impure or unsafe.
- Bacterium /bækˈtɪr.i.əm/ (noun): A type of microorganism that can cause disease.
- Paralysis /pəˈræl.ɪ.sɪs/ (noun): A condition that results in the loss of muscle function in part of the body.
- Voluntarily /ˌvɑː.lənˈtɛr.ə.li/ (adverb): In a willing or unforced manner; done by choice.
- Affected /əˈfɛktɪd/ (adjective): Having experienced a change or an impact often in a negative way.
How much do you know?
What is the reason for the recall of certain canned tuna products?
Which seafood company voluntarily recalled the canned tuna products?
What kind of lids on the canned tuna products led to the contamination issue?
What should consumers do with the recalled products according to the information provided?
Which of the following stores had recalled canned tuna products?
What illness can clostridium botulinum cause?
Clostridium botulinum is a harmless bacterium.
Consumers are advised to seek medical help if they feel unwell after consuming the recalled products.
All canned tuna products are safe to consume without any risk.
The recall of the canned tuna products was initiated by the FDA.
Genova Yellowfin Tuna in Olive Oil was one of the affected products mentioned in the article.
Tri-Union recalled the canned tuna products due to concerns about a leaky packaging.
Consumers are advised not to use the recalled products, even if they seem fine, and to seek medical help if feeling .
The canned tuna products recalled had a faulty "easy-open" lid that could lead to .
To prevent serious illness, consumers are informed to avoid using the recalled products and exercise .
Clostridium botulinum can cause serious illness, including breathing problems and .
For more information and a full list of recalled products, consumers are directed to visit the website.
Clostridium botulinum is a bacterium that can result in severe .
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