Death Toll Rises to 9 in Boar’s Head-Linked Listeria Outbreak, CDC Says

Deadly Outbreak Continues to Spread

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has announced that the death toll from the listeria outbreak linked to Boar’s Head deli meats has risen to nine.

The outbreak has now spread to six states, with cases reported in New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts, Maryland, Virginia, and Illinois.

The CDC is urging consumers to avoid eating any recalled Boar’s Head deli meats, including:

• Boar’s Head Premium Deli Thick Sliced Honey Ham
• Boar’s Head Ovengold Turkey Breast
• Boar’s Head Rotisserie Style Chicken

Symptoms of Listeria Infection

Symptoms of listeria infection can include:

• Fever
• Muscle aches
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea

In severe cases, listeria infection can lead to meningitis, a life-threatening infection of the brain and spinal cord.

Who is Most at Risk?

People who are most at risk for listeria infection include:

• Pregnant women
• Newborns
• People over the age of 65
• People with weakened immune systems

What to Do if You Think You Have Listeria Infection

If you think you may have a listeria infection, it is important to see a doctor right away.

Treatment for listeria infection typically involves antibiotics.

How to Prevent Listeria Infection

There are a number of things you can do to prevent listeria infection, including:

• Avoid eating recalled foods.
• Wash your hands thoroughly before eating or handling food.
• Cook meat to the proper internal temperature.
• Store food properly in the refrigerator or freezer.

For more information on listeria infection, please visit the CDC website.

Conclusion

The listeria outbreak linked to Boar’s Head deli meats is a serious public health concern.

If you have any recalled Boar’s Head deli meats in your home, please discard them immediately.

If you think you may have a listeria infection, please see a doctor right away.