Recall at Kaufpark and Rewemärkten diarrhea caused by this cheese with coli bacteria

Recall at Rewe: E. coli germs discovered in raw milk cheese

The producer "Ferme Chapuis, 43120 Bas-En-Basset, France" recalls the raw milk cheese "Perle de Compostelle". According to the company, verotoxin-producing E. coli bacteria were detected in the cheese. These germs can lead to health problems such as diarrhea.

Recall of the raw milk cheese "Perle de Compostelle"

The manufacturer "Ferme Chapuis, 43120 Bas-En-Basset, France" has started a recall of the raw milk cheese "Perle de Compostelle" with the expiry date: 16.11.2018 and the identification number: FR 43.020.002 CE. According to a report from the internet portal "produktwarnung.eu", the company announced that verotoxin-producing E. coli bacteria were detected as part of a product investigation.

In a raw milk cheese sold by Rewe, verotoxin-producing E. coli bacteria were detected. The cheese is therefore now being recalled. (Image: DOC RABE Media / fotolia.com)

If symptoms occur, seek medical advice

According to the information, the cheese was sold in stores of Rewe Dortmund and Kaufpark in North Rhine-Westphalia.

"Consumers who have purchased this product are asked not to consume it and bring it back to the store," the producer says.

Health experts say the bacteria can cause diarrhea (sometimes bloody diarrhea), abdominal pain and vomiting, with or without fever, within a week of eating contaminated products.

"Severe kidney complications, especially in children, are possible," says the manufacturer.

Consumers who have consumed the product mentioned and who suffer from the symptoms described are urged to consult a physician immediately and to advise them on the consumption of the product. (Ad)