An alert from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has highlighted a listeria outbreak in the U.S. that has already claimed two lives. Listeria, the third-leading cause of death from foodborne illness in the country, has affected twenty-eight individuals across 12 states, with New York and Maryland reporting the highest number of cases.
The outbreak, which began on May 29 and continues to be a concern as of July 5, has been linked to the consumption of sliced meats purchased at deli counters. The CDC has emphasized that listeria can easily spread in delis and food preparation environments.
