Nationwide Recall Expands for Shredded and Grated Cheese Over Health Risk

U.S. food safety officials have broadened a major cheese recall, warning consumers to check their refrigerators. The action affects multiple brands of shredded and grated cheeses sold across the country. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced a new recall for specific brands of grated Pecorino Romano cheese. It also expanded an existing recall for many types of pre-shredded cheese. The products may be contaminated with *Listeria monocytogenes*. This is a type of bacteria that can cause serious, sometimes fatal, infections. Health officials advise consumers to discard any affected products immediately. The FDA states that healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms like high fever and nausea. However, the infection poses a severe risk to young children, elderly persons, and those with weakened immune systems. No illnesses have been reported in connection with this recall to date. The agency urges customers to visit its website for a full list of recalled brands, product details, and store locations.