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Beware of Listeria Outbreak Linked to Deli Meats

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CDC issues a warning as two die in multistate listeria outbreak from deli meats.

A recent Listeria outbreak in the U.S. has been linked to deli meats sliced at delis, causing concern among consumers. The CDC reported that 16 out of 18 sick individuals had consumed deli meats, emphasizing the potential danger associated with these products. The outbreak has resulted in two fatalities and has affected more than two dozen people across 12 states. Investigations are ongoing to identify the specific source of the contaminated deli meats.

The CDC's efforts to track the outbreak's spread have revealed cases in multiple states, indicating a widespread issue. The outbreak is a stark reminder of the importance of food safety measures, especially when it comes to handling and consuming deli meats. Consumers are urged to exercise caution and follow proper hygiene practices to reduce the risk of Listeria contamination.

In a tragic turn of events, one person in New Jersey has already lost their life due to the outbreak, underscoring the severity of the situation. Additionally, the tri-state area has seen at least nine individuals falling ill, highlighting the geographical reach of the outbreak. The CDC's swift response and warnings aim to prevent further harm and raise public awareness about the risks associated with deli meats.

As the investigation continues, the CDC remains vigilant in identifying and containing the spread of Listeria linked to deli meats. The outbreak serves as a sobering reminder of the hidden dangers that can lurk in everyday foods, emphasizing the need for thorough food safety protocols to protect public health.

CDC Newsroom (CDC)

In interviews with sick people, 16 of 18 (89%) reported eating meats sliced at deli counters. Our investigation is ongoing to determine which deli meat may be ...

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CDC: Listeria Outbreak Linked to Meats Sliced at Delis (Arizona's Family)

Rows of sliced deli meats in a grocery store setting. Source of the Outbreak. Many people in this outbreak are reporting eating meats ...

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CDC: Listeria Outbreak Linked to Meats Sliced at Delis (The Washington Post)

Posted July 19, 2024. This map shows where the 28 people in this Listeria outbreak lived. This outbreak may not be limited to the states with known ...

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2 dead in listeria outbreak likely linked to sliced deli meats (NBC News)

Two people have died in a listeria outbreak across 12 states in the U.S. that is likely linked to sliced deli meats, according to the CDC.

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1 dead in New Jersey, at least 9 sickened in tri-state from listeria ... (NBC New York)

One person in New Jersey has died and at least nine have been sickened in the tri-state from a listeria outbreaking likely linked to sliced deli meats,...

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Person dies in Illinois from multi-state listeria outbreak possibly ... (NBC Chicago)

One person in Illinois was among two individuals who died in a multi-state listeria outbreak possibly linked to meats sliced at deli counters, the Centers ...

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Multi-state deli meat-linked listeria outbreak kills New Jersey resident (WPVI-TV)

The CDC is warning Americans about a listeria outbreak that has sickened more than two dozen people across 12 states,

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Two dead in multistate listeria outbreak linked with sliced deli meat ... (CNN)

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued a warning Friday about a deadly multistate listeria outbreak connected to deli meat.

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Listeria outbreak linked to deli meat leaves 2 dead, 28 hospitalized ... (USA TODAY)

A listeria outbreak linked to sliced deli meat has led to two deaths and 28 hospitalizations across eleven states in the Midwest and East Coast.

The CDC issues a warning after at least 2 deaths in a listeria ... (NPR)

At least two people have died and dozens more have been hospitalized in connection with a listeria outbreak linked to meat sold at U.S. deli counters, ...

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Listeria outbreak: What to do with deli meats and what to know (The Associated Press)

An outbreak of listeria has U.S. health officials advising people who are pregnant, elderly or have compromised immune systems to avoid eating sliced deli ...

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Here's what to do with deli meats as the CDC investigates a listeria ... (NBC New York)

Federal health officials warned on Friday that the number of illnesses is likely an undercount, because people who recover at home aren't likely to be ...

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Listeria Outbreak Tied to Deli-Sliced Meat Kills at Least 2, CDC Says (The New York Times)

The federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said 28 people had been hospitalized with listeria infections across a dozen states.

2 dead, 28 hospitalized from listeria outbreak linked to deli meat in ... (USA TODAY)

The CDC is currently investigating which types of meat may be contaminated. One death occurred in Illinois and another in New Jersey.

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Multi-state deli meat-linked listeria outbreak kills New Jersey resident (WHYY)

Multi-state deli meat-linked listeria outbreak kills New Jersey resident · As of Friday, 28 people have fallen ill — all of whom have been hospitalized — and two ...

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As the CDC investigates a listeria outbreak linked to deli meats ... (PBS NewsHour)

As U.S. health officials investigate a fatal outbreak of listeria food poisoning, they're advising people who are pregnant, elderly or have compromised ...

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