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CDC: 9 Now Dead in Listeria Outbreak Linked to Deli Meat

What is Listeria?

Listeria is a type of bacteria that can cause listeriosis, a serious infection that can be deadly.

Symptoms of Listeriosis

• Fever
• Muscle aches
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea

Who is at Risk?

Anyone can get listeriosis, but it is most dangerous for people with weakened immune systems, such as the elderly, pregnant women, and people with HIV.

How to Prevent Listeriosis

The best way to prevent listeriosis is to avoid eating contaminated food.

• Cook meat to an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Wash fruits and vegetables before eating.
• Avoid unpasteurized milk and cheese.
• Clean your refrigerator regularly.

Treatment for Listeriosis

Listeriosis is treated with antibiotics.

CDC Warns of Listeria Outbreak

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is warning of a listeria outbreak linked to deli meat.

The outbreak has been linked to nine deaths and 18 hospitalizations in six states.

The CDC is advising people to avoid eating deli meat from the following states:

• Florida
• Georgia
• Maine
• Massachusetts
• New Jersey
• New York

The CDC is urging consumers to throw away any deli meat that may have come from the affected states.

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