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Learning about a major food recall<\/a> is never fun \u2014 especially when you\u2019ve already spent some serious dough at the grocery store. After all of that time spent collecting items from my list<\/a>, now I have to go through my refrigerator and pantry to check for lot numbers and UPC codes in an attempt to avoid getting sick from my favorite meal? Luckily there\u2019s usually a refund waiting for you \u2014\u00a0or, at the very least, an exchange for another product.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n This week, Illinois-based company Weinstein Wholesale Meats is the latest to divvy out a grocery alert, recalling more than 2,000 pounds of ground beef burgers after consumers reported a \u201crubber-like\u201d material in the patties. The recall<\/a>, which was posted by the U.S. Department of Agriculture\u2019s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS), specified that roughly 2,122 pounds of raw ground beef burgers may be contaminated with foreign materials, specifically noting pieces of white neoprene.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Unfortunately, the beef affected by the recall was sold nationwide, so consumers will need to do their due diligence in checking their recently purchased beef to see where it came from. The recalled products are sold in 10.7-ounce packaging that is labeled \u201c100% Grass Fed & Finished Beef burger Patties, 85% Lean\/15% Fat.\u201d An established number reading \u201cEst. 6987\u201d can also be found inside the USDA mark of inspection, as per the recall announcement.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Thankfully, there have yet to be any recorded cases of sickness caused by consuming the beef, although customers who may have consumed the product are advised to contact their healthcare provider right away. Additionally, anyone in possession of the recalled beef should throw it away immediately or return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Wondering what other recalls and public health alerts have been issued lately from your favorite brands? Check out <\/em>this page<\/em><\/a> that\u2019s updated regularly to stay in the know.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n