Two people have died in accidents so far listeria outbreak In the United States, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued an alert on Friday.
Listeria is the third leading cause of death foodborne illness in the country, according to health agencies.
Listeria-related illness has been reported in 28 people in 12 states, with New York and Maryland reporting the highest number of cases.
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According to CDC data, the first reported case occurred on May 29 and the most recent report occurred on July 5.
The two deaths occurred in Illinois and New Jersey.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued an alert on Friday about a listeria outbreak in the United States that has so far killed two people. (iStock)
In many cases, bacterial outbreaks are linked to what people eat sliced meat The CDC said it was purchased at the deli counter.
This bacteria is known to spread easily in delis and food preparation environments.
The specific brand has not yet been identified, and the CDC noted that officials are investigating.
Listeria symptoms
The most common symptoms of infection include fever, fatigue and muscle pain.
Some people also experience neck stiffness, headaches, balance problems, seizures, or disorientation, according to the CDC.
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These symptoms are usually reported within two weeks of eating contaminated food, but may appear before or after this time frame.
Who is at highest risk?
The CDC warns that pregnant women, people 65 or older, or those with weakened immune systems are most at risk for listeria infection.
“This is because Listeria is more likely to spread from the gut to other parts of the body, causing serious condition Known as invasive listeriosis,” the agency noted in the alert.
The CDC warns that pregnant women infected with Listeria may experience premature labor, miscarriage, or stillbirth. (iStock)
pregnant woman Listeria infection may lead to premature labor, miscarriage, or stillbirth.
It is also possible for the infection to be passed to the baby, which can be life-threatening.
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“Other people with invasive disease—most commonly adults Over 65 years old and people with weakened immune systems – often developing infections of the blood (sepsis) or brain (meningitis or encephalitis),” the CDC states.
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For most people outside these high-risk groups, infection is unlikely to cause serious illness.
The CDC says that in many cases, bacterial outbreaks have been linked to people eating sliced meat purchased at deli counters. (iStock)
For those at higher risk, the CDC recommends avoiding eating deli slices of meat unless it is reheated to an internal temperature of 165°F and then cooled before eating.
The agency notes that refrigeration does not kill bacteria.
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The CDC also recommends cleaning all containers and surfaces that may have come into contact with sliced deli meats.
Anyone experiencing symptoms of listeria should contact healthcare provider Health officials advised immediately. Most people recover without treatment, but antibiotics may be given in severe cases.
