Listeria outbreak linked to meat sliced ​​in delicatessens

Epidemiological data show that meat sliced ​​in delicatessens can be contaminated with Listeria and can make people sick. Tests identified Listeria in an unopened package of Boar’s Head Liver Sausage collected as part of this investigation that resulted in a recall. Further testing is underway to determine if it is the same strain that is making people sick. Investigators are also working to gather more information to determine if other sausage products are affected.

Products sold in the delicatessen department, especially those that are sliced ​​or prepared in the delicatessen department, may be contaminated with Listeria. Listeria spreads easily between delicatessen equipment, surfaces, hands and food. Cooling does not kill Listeriabut warming it up to a sufficiently high temperature before consumption kills any germs that may be on this meat