Cheese products sold in 10 states and DC recalled over listeria concerns

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Wegmans Food Markets Inc. has recalled several camembert cheese products after learning they may be contaminated with listeria, a bacteria that can cause serious illness and death.

The Rochester, New York-based grocery chain recalled Wegmans Medium Camembert Soft Ripened Cheese and several other products containing the cheese. The affected items were sold between July 1 and Aug. 12 at all Wegmans stores in 10 states and Washington, D.C.

Recalled cheese products

Credit: FDA Wegmans Caramel Apple Pecan Topped Brie Cheese, among the products recalled over listeria concerns.

No illnesses have been reported in connection with the recall, the company said.

Listeria monocytogenes can cause serious infections in young children, elderly people and those with weakened imm