Overview

• European authorities report about 25 infections and two deaths, with 21 cases in France and additional cases confirmed in Belgium, Denmark, the Netherlands and Norway.
• Chavegrand has recalled all batches produced before June 23, 2025, with affected products identifiable by health mark FR 23.117.001 and sold under various brand names.
• Spain’s food safety agency said specific Brie Meule and Camembert Viejo Porche cheeses tested positive for Listeria monocytogenes, prompting withdrawals in Spanish stores.
• In the U.S., Middlefield Original Cheese Co‑Op recalled several products after internal testing found Listeria and Wegmans pulled Camembert items after a supplier alert, with no illnesses reported.
• Health agencies urge pregnant people, older adults and those with weakened immune systems to avoid the listed cheeses, discard or return recalled items and seek care if symptoms develop.