Advisory Board July 23, 2024
CDC is currently investigating a nationwide outbreak of listeria linked to sliced deli meats, which has spread across 12 states and caused two deaths. Here’s what you need to know, and what you can do to stay safe.
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CDC investigates listeria outbreak linked to deli meat
On Friday, CDC announced that it is investigating a nationwide outbreak of listeria, which has been linked to meat sold at U.S. deli counters.
Listeria is a foodborne illness that is caused by the bacteria Listeria monocytogenes, which is found naturally in soil and can contaminate many foods. Listeria affects around 1,600 people in the United States each year, and of...