Deadly Deli: Listeria Outbreak Strikes New York, Map Reveals Nationwide Impact

Outbreak of Listeria Linked to Deli Meats

A recent outbreak ⁤of listeria in New York​ state​ has​ been ⁤linked to deli meats, with at least seven reported cases of illness. The Centers for Disease​ Control and Prevention (CDC) is currently investigating more than two dozen cases​ across a total ⁢of 12 states. As of the ‌latest update, 28 individuals have been‌ sickened and hospitalized,​ with New ⁤York ‍having the ‍highest ‍number⁣ of cases. Unfortunately, there has been one reported death in New ​Jersey. So far, there have been no reported cases in Connecticut. The onset of the outbreak dates back⁤ to May 29, with ⁢the most ​recent illness reported on July 5. ⁣The affected individuals range in age from 32 to 94 ‌years old.

A nationwide⁢ outbreak of Listeria has impacted ‍multiple​ states, with ⁢28 confirmed​ cases as of July 19, 2024. The CDC has reported that,​ out of the 18 interviewed patients, 16 reported having consumed sliced deli meats, such as turkey, liverwurst, and ham, all ⁤of ‌which were purchased⁤ at​ deli ​counters. However, there is no​ specific​ store, brand, or product that has⁤ been linked to the outbreak​ so far. Consequently, no recalls⁢ have been issued in ​connection to this particular outbreak. The CDC has also noted that there is no⁢ evidence to ‍suggest that people are getting sick ​from prepackaged ⁤deli meats.

Listeria‍ manifests in different forms, with common ⁢symptoms ​including fever,⁣ muscle aches, and fatigue. Other associated symptoms include headaches, ⁤a ‌stiff‌ neck, confusion, loss ⁢of​ balance, or seizures. Although symptoms can‍ appear on the same day the contaminated food is consumed, they are⁢ typically ‍experienced within two weeks ​of consumption. While listeria⁣ rarely​ causes serious‍ illness for most people, it can pose a ‌significant⁣ threat to individuals ‌over the age‍ of 65, those with weakened immune systems, and pregnant‍ individuals.

For more information,‌ individuals ⁣can refer to the CDC for updates​ and any necessary precautions related to the⁤ ongoing listeria outbreak.

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