Some Bottles of Jergens Ultra Healing Moisturizer Are Being Voluntarily Recalled

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Pluralibacter gergoviae, "a bacterium which typically poses little medical risk to healthy people. However, people who have certain health problems such as weakened immune systems may be more susceptible to infections." According to Florida-based board-certified dermatologist , Pluralibacter gergoviae is an uncommon human pathogen that has been implicated as an opportunistic infection.

Those most at risk are usually age extremes (young or old), those with immunosuppression, and those staying in hospitals for a prolonged period. "This bacterium has been implicated in recalls of cosmetic skin-care products in the past," Fromowitz explains. "It is of particular concern because it displays resistance to parabens typically used in creams to minimize the risk of bacterial contaminants."Kao USA is asking consumers to check if they may be in possession of any 3-ounce of 10-ounce bottles that could be affected by checking for specific lot numbers.

The affected lot codes for the 3-ounce size can be found on the back of the bottle in black ink and will read ZU712851, ZU712911, ZU712861, ZU722851, ZU712871, ZU722881, or ZU712881.

The affected lot codes for the 10-ounce size are on the bottom of the bottle and read ZU722741, ZU732791, ZU722771, ZU732801, ZU722781, ZU732811, ZU732781, or ZU732821. "Further investigation to determine the scope of the issue is still ongoing.