New York – A listeria outbreak Paired with deli meats At least seven people have been sickened in New York.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Investigation More than two dozen cases have been reported in 12 states.
As of Friday, 28 people have been sickened and hospitalized, with most of the cases reported in New York state. Two deaths were reported, one in New Jersey and the other in Illinois.
In New Jersey, one case was reported in Monmouth County and one in Passaic County. No cases have yet been reported in Connecticut.
The first case was reported on May 29, and the most recent illness linked to the infection was reported on July 5. Age of patients ranged from 32-94.
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Listeria outbreak linked to deli meats
The CDC said 16 of the 18 patients interviewed had eaten deli meats, including turkey, liverwurst and ham.
This outbreak has not been linked to any specific stores, brands or products at this time. No recall has been issued in connection with the explosion.
The CDC said there is no data showing people getting sick from prepackaged deli meats.
What is Listeria?
Listeria is a food-contaminating bacteria.
It’s hard to figure out where the bacteria is coming from, but doctors say there’s a way to get rid of it.
“I recommend heating or steaming the meat to a certain level of 165 degrees. That’s the only way to kill listeria,” said Dr. Rami Nageshbandi, chief medical officer and infectious disease specialist at SUNY Downstream Medical Center. .
Common symptoms of listeriosis – an infection caused by Listeria – are fever, muscle aches and fatigue. Sufferers may experience headaches, stiff necks, confusion, loss of balance, or seizures.
Symptoms may begin on the same day as eating the contaminated food, but are usually experienced within two weeks.
Listeria rarely causes serious illness in most people, but it can be especially harmful to people over 65, people with weakened immune systems, and people who are pregnant.
