Wegmans Recalls Cheese Products Over Listeria Risk

Key TakeawaysWegmans recalled several cheese products due to possible listeria contaminationThe items were sold in 10 states and Washington, D.C., from July 1 to Aug. 12No illnesses have been reported.THURSDAY, Aug. 14, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Wegmans is recalling several cheese products, including its medium camembert, because they may be contaminated with listeria, which can cause serious illness.The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued the alert Wednesday. The recalled products were sold between July 1 and Aug. 12 at Wegmans locations in Connecticut, Delaware, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Virginia and Washington, D.C.The recalled items include:Wegmans Medium Camembert Soft Ripened Cheese, 8.8 oz.UPC: 77890-53515Best-by dates: 7/26/25, 8/12/25, 8/19/25Wegmans Assorted Cheese Flight, 1 lb.UPC: 2-77100-00000-0Wegmans Grilling Camembert with Tapenade & Roasted Tomatoes, 10 oz.UPC: 2-77297-00000-0Wegmans Caramel Apple Pecan Topped Brie Cheese, 13 oz.UPC: 2-77645-00000-3So far, no illnesses have been reported to Wegmans or its supplier, but the FDA urges customers not to eat the recalled products. They can be returned to any Wegmans store for a full refund.Listeria is a bacteria that can cause serious illness. The FDA says symptoms of infection can include high fever, headache, muscle aches, nausea, diarrhea, stiffness and more.Pregnant people, newborns, older adults and those with weak immune systems are most at risk. In serious cases, listeria can lead to death.For those who have eaten one of the recalled products and developed symptoms, the FDA advises contacting your doctor right away.More informationThe Mayo Clinic has more on listeria.SOURCE: CBS News, Aug. 13, 2025.What This Means For YouCustomers who purchased Wegmans camembert cheese between July 1 and Aug. 12 should check the UPC and best-by date and then, if necessary, return the product for a refund..Sign up for our weekly HealthDay newsletter