Five More Deaths in Listeria Outbreak Linked to Boars Head Deli Meat
Death Toll Now at Nine
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has confirmed five more deaths in a multistate listeria outbreak linked to Boars Head deli meat, bringing the total number of fatalities to nine.
New Deaths
The six new deaths include: * One from Florida * One from Tennessee * One from New Mexico * One from New York * Two from South Carolina
Outbreak Details
The outbreak has sickened more than a dozen people in several states, including: * Florida * Illinois * Indiana * Maryland * Michigan * New Jersey * New York * Pennsylvania * South Carolina * Tennessee
Boars Head Recall
In response to the outbreak, Boars Head recalled more than 7 million pounds of deli meats, including ham, salami, turkey, and roast beef. The products were sold at grocery stores and other retail outlets nationwide.
Symptoms of Listeria
Symptoms of listeria infection can include: * Fever * Muscle aches * Nausea * Vomiting * Diarrhea In severe cases, listeria can cause meningitis, septicemia, and even death.
Prevention
To prevent listeria infection, it is important to: * Wash hands thoroughly before and after handling food * Cook meat to the proper internal temperature * Refrigerate perishable foods promptly * Avoid consuming unpasteurized milk or dairy products
More Information
For more information on the listeria outbreak, please visit the CDC website: https://www.cdc.gov/listeria/outbreaks/deli-meat-08-22/index.html
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