Worsening listeria outbreak tied to pasta products kills 6, hospitalizes 25
Summary
A listeria outbreak linked to prepared pasta products has led to six deaths and hospitalized 25 people across 18 U.S. states. Authorities have connected the outbreak to certain pasta meals sold at major grocery stores, prompting recalls. Health agencies are advising consumers who bought these products to discard them and clean their storage areas.Key Facts
- The listeria outbreak involves pasta products and has caused six deaths and 25 hospitalizations.
- Cases are reported in 18 states, including California, Florida, and New York, among others.
- The outbreak started in June and prompted recalls of products, mainly chicken fettuccine Alfredo meals, from stores like Kroger and Walmart.
- FreshRealm Inc. and Nate's Fine Foods were involved in distributing the affected pasta.
- Products linked to the outbreak were sold under brands like Home Chef at Kroger and Marketside at Walmart.
- The CDC and FDA are involved in handling the outbreak and conducting recalls.
- Authorities have confirmed that the listeria strain found in the products matches the one from recalled meals.
- Consumers are advised to dispose of affected pasta products and clean any surfaces they contacted.
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