Asher’s Chocolates Recalled– On September 2, 2016, Asher’s Chocolates recalled multiple products because of potential Salmonella contamination.
Asher’s Chocolates Recalled
Asher’s Chocolates/Lewistown, Inc., an affiliated partner of Chester A. Asher Inc. has recalled multiple chocolates, chocolate bars, cellophane wrapped chocolates, and individually wrapped chocolates, etc. under the Asher’s brand due to possible Salmonella contamination. The Asher’s Chocolates recalled items were produced at the company’s Lewistown, PA facility and distributed nationwide. The potential for contamination was noted after a sample from routine testing by the company revealed the presence of Salmonella in a group of products.
For the list of Asher’s Brand Products that were potentially contaminated along with their lot numbers please see the Press Release
Salmonella Symptoms
Symptoms of Salmonella food poisoning (salmonellosis) may include diarrhea (sometimes bloody), abdominal cramps, nausea, vomiting, fever, chills, headache, muscle pain, and joint pain. Symptoms usually appear within 6 to 72 hours after eating a Salmonella contaminated food.
Diagnosis of Salmonella Food Poisoning
If you suspect that you have contracted Salmonella, or are experiencing food poisoning symptoms, contact your healthcare professional. He or she can order a stool culture to confirm Salmonella food poisoning. Let your doctor know if you have consumed a product known to be contaminated with Salmonella. A blood or tissue sample may be required if doctors suspect that the infection has entered the blood stream.
For more information about Salmonella along with related cases handled by our firm please see Salmonella Lawsuit.
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