Health officials have issued a food recall for certain ground beef products sold in Ontario after tests revealed potential contamination with E. coli O157:H7, a dangerous strain of bacteria known to cause severe foodborne illness. The recall affects several beef products sold at Pistachios – Quality Meats & Groceries, located at 1695 Wonderland Rd. N, London, ON, with packing dates of October 5 and 6, 2025. Consumers are urged not to consume or sell these products and to dispose of them safely.
Affected Products:
All affected items were sold without brand names in variable sizes.
Health Risk Details:
E. coli O157:H7 is a harmful bacterium that can cause serious intestinal infections, often linked to undercooked ground meat or cross-contaminated surfaces. Contaminated food may look and smell normal, making it difficult to detect without laboratory testing.
Symptoms typically appear 1 to 10 days after exposure and may include:
In vulnerable individuals, particularly young children, the elderly, and those with weakened immune systems, the infection can lead to hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) — a serious condition that may cause kidney failure, seizures, or even death. Some patients may require blood transfusions or dialysis, and recovery can take weeks.
What Consumers Should Do:
Public health authorities continue to investigate the source of contamination and are monitoring for any additional related illnesses. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available through official food safety channels.