Frozen burgers sold at Loblaw stores recalled across Canada
A selection of Loblaw-owned No Name brand of beef burgers is being recalled across Canada due to a possible health risk.
On Monday, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) said it’s recalling the No Name Beef Burgers due to potential contamination.
“The affected product is being recalled from the marketplace due to possible E. coli O157:H7 contamination,” reads the statement.
As a class one recall, it means that “there is a high risk that consuming the food may lead to serious health problems or death.”
CFIA added that it issued the recall after receiving test results, but to date, there have been no reported illnesses related to the consumption of this product. However, the agency is continuing its food safety investigation, which may lead to other products being recalled.
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The No Name Beef Burgers being recalled are a box of 12 burgers that weigh 1.36 kg. It has the Universal Product Code 0 60383 37333 7 and best before date May 5, 2026. The agency is also making sure that the recalled products are being pulled from shelves.
“Do not consume, use, sell, serve, or distribute recalled products,” warns the CFIA.
Food contaminated with E.coli may not look or smell spoiled, but it can still make you sick. Symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, mild to severe abdominal cramps, and watery to bloody diarrhea.
Severe cases could cause complications such as seizures or strokes, the need for blood transfusions and kidney dialysis or result in kidney damage. In rare instances, E.coli can be fatal.
“If you think you became sick from consuming a recalled product, contact your healthcare provider,” states the CFIA. “Recalled products should be thrown out or returned to the location where they were purchased.”
It’s worth checking for other food recall items, as recent food recalls have included Pillsbury Pizza Pop and chocolates sold at Costco Canada.