Deadly Listeria Outbreak Prompts Massive Meat Recall Across 4 States

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The CDC has issued a food safety alert following listeria infections linked to Yu-Shang Food's ready-to-eat meat and poultry products, affecting 11 people across four states, including Illinois. The products have been recalled, but some may still be in consumers' homes. Listeria poses significant risks, especially to pregnant individuals, the elderly, and those with weakened immune systems. The CDC advises discarding or returning recalled items, cleaning affected areas, and seeking medical attention if symptoms occur.
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- Listeria outbreak tied to Yu Shang Food leaves California infant dead and 10 people sick The Associated Press
- 1 infant dies in California, 9 hospitalized across 4 states in latest listeria outbreak in ready-to-eat-meat, poultry CBS News
- Ready-to-eat meat, poultry recalled over listeria risk; 11 infections, 1 death USA TODAY
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