Listeria Outbreak from Prepared Pasta Meals Causes Multiple Deaths and Illnesses
TL;DR
A listeria outbreak linked to pre-cooked pasta meals sold at major retailers has resulted in 6 deaths and 25 hospitalizations across 18 states, prompting a nationwide recall of several products including Trader Joe's and Walmart brands. Consumers are advised to discard the affected products to prevent further illness, as listeriosis can be severe, especially for pregnant women.
- 6 dead, 25 hospitalized in listeria outbreak linked to precooked pasta meals MLive.com
- 6 deaths tied to listeria outbreak from prepared pasta meals. Here are the products. CBS News
- 7 dead, 27 sick from recalled pasta meals sold at major grocery chains WOAI
- CDC continues to note illnesses despite product recalls and asks consumers to check for recalled foods in Listeria outbreak linked to prepared meals Centers for Disease Control and Prevention | CDC (.gov)
- Snohomish County resident first in state to be affected by nationwide listeria outbreak KOMO
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