Two dead and 34 fall sick after listeria outbreak linked to recalled Boar's Head deli meat READ MORE: Listeria ice cream alert: Everything you need to know By Cassidy Morrison Senior Health Reporter For Dailymail.Com Published: 15:56, 26 July 2024 | Updated: 16:03, 26 July 2024 e-mail View comments A multi-state listeria outbreak linked to tainted deli meat has now sickened at least 34 people and killed two, sparking a massive recall. Grocery store mainstay Boar’s Head is pulling 100 tons (207,000lbs) of meat from deli counters nationwide.
An investigation found traces of the bacteria on samples of liverwurst, which were also processed alongside other kinds of meats which may have led to cross-contamination. Infection from listeria, called listeriosis, can be deadly , especially for pregnant women, unborn babies, seniors and people with weakened immune systems. A sample of Boar's Head liverwurst came back positive for listeria.
The liverwurst was processed alongside other meats such as turkey, prompting a massive recall of more than 200,00 pounds of meat Symptoms range from fever and chills and nausea to headaches, stiff neck, and convulsions. All but one of the 34 illnesses have required hospitalization. The CDC maintains that the outbreak is likely far larger than their investigation has shown because some people will recover without medical attention or testing for listeria.
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