Oct. 24 (UPI) – U.S. Department of Disease Control and Prevention Kendra said he was investigating an outbreak of Listeria that may have been linked to deli deli-style meat that has caused at least one death.
The outbreak left 10 people sick in Florida, Massachusetts and New York, all of whom were hospitalized. The death was reported in Florida.
The CDC said people who were sick reported eating Italian-style meat, including salami, mortadella and prosciutto. Sick people said they bought both prepackaged meat and slices at the deli counter.
The agency said it is continuing to investigate to determine if there is a specific type of deli meat or a general supplier associated with the disease.
The CDC advised those who are at high risk of getting sick with listeriosis to avoid eating deli meat until they are cooked at an internal temperature of at least 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
Listeriosis can cause fever, muscle aches, headaches, stiff neck, confusion, loss of balance, convulsions, diarrhea and gastrointestinal symptoms. In pregnant women, the infection can cause early delivery or miscarriage.
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