Consumers are advised to either return the recalled products to the store or discard them, as they may still be present in their homes.

Listeria poisoning can lead to severe symptoms such as high fever, chills, and diarrhea, with particularly dangerous outcomes for vulnerable groups like young children, the elderly, and pregnant women.

The bacteria can cause serious illness, especially in those with weakened immune systems, making awareness and prompt action essential.

This recall follows a related incident from November 2024, where a listeria outbreak linked to meat from Yu Shang Food, Inc. resulted in the death of a baby and illnesses in at least ten others.

Specific recalled items include Spar Old Irish Creamery Cheddar with Chilli and Claddagh Bo Irish Cheddar Cheese with Irish Whiskey, each accompanied by detailed use-by and best-before dates.

For more information on product recalls, consumers can visit the Food Standards Agency and Chartered Trading Standards Institute websites.

The Food Standards Agency has reiterated the importance of not consuming the affected cheese products and returning them for a full refund.

Tesco and Spar have announced a recall of 18 types of cheese, particularly highlighting concerns over potential listeria contamination in Irish Cheddar from JOD Food Products.

The recall affects various products, including Horgans Irish Smoked Cheddar and Claddagh Bo Irish cheese, with expiry dates set for May.

This incident underscores the critical importance of food safety and the need for consumer vigilance regarding health risks associated with contaminated products.

Customers who purchased any of the affected cheeses are encouraged to return them for a full refund, and no receipt is necessary for the return.

Listeria monocytogenes, the bacteria responsible for listeria, can enter the body through contaminated food and surfaces, posing significant health risks.