Food Safety Alert: Teething sticks recalled due to possible choking hazard

Mesa County Public Health (MCPH) has been made aware of a voluntary recall from Gerber Products Company involving teething sticks. The products are being recalled due to a potential choking hazard for babies and young children. The products were distributed nationwide and may have been sold in Mesa County. 

Description of recalled products

• Gerber Snacks for Baby soothe ‘n’ chew Teething Sticks, Strawberry Apple, Net Wt 3.2 Oz, with UPC 0 15000 04618 7
• Gerber Snacks for Baby soothe ‘n’ chew Teething Sticks, Banana, Net Wt 3.2 Oz, with UPC 0 15000 04608 8
• Gerber Snacks for Baby soothe ‘n’ chew Teething Sticks, Banana, Net Wt 1.58 Oz, with UPC 0 15000 01015 7
• Visit the FDA website for more information about the products involved.

What consumers should do

• There are reports of the products still being sold at retail stores and online.
• Consumers should check their pantries for any of the recalled items.
• Throw them out or take them to the store where it was purchased for a full refund. 
• Contact your doctor if you have any health concerns after consuming the product.
• Call Gerber at 800-443-7237 with any questions about the recalled products.