Nine Now dead in listeria outbreak linked to Boars Head Meat

Lunch and Learn with Dr. Berry

In today’s episode of Real Physician Reacts, we’re discussing the alarming listeria outbreak linked to Boar’s Head deli meats. With nine reported deaths and over 50 illnesses across 18 states, this is a public health concern that demands attention. I’m Dr. Berry Pierre, and we’ll explore the details of the outbreak, the role of the CDC, and what you need to do to protect yourself.

Episode Summary:

This episode covers the serious listeria outbreak that has resulted in nine deaths and numerous illnesses across the United States. We discuss how the CDC has identified Boar’s Head deli meats as the source, leading to the recall of 7 million pounds of products. The discussion emphasizes the importance of taking food safety warnings seriously and the need to respect public health guidelines to prevent further incidents.

Key Takeaways:

• Listeria Outbreak: The Boar’s Head listeria outbreak has caused nine deaths and affected 18 states, highlighting the severity of foodborne illnesses.
• CDC’s Role: The CDC has played a critical role in identifying the source and ensuring that contaminated products are recalled.
• Food Safety: It’s crucial to heed warnings about food contamination and take proactive steps to protect your health, including checking your fridge for recalled products.

Quotes:

“You can’t pick and choose when to follow the CDC. When they say don’t eat that salad, don’t eat that meat, people fall in line very quickly.” – Dr. Berry Pierre

“Listeria is one of those bugs that will stay around. It will stay around on those meat slices, it will stay around in your refrigerator.” – Dr. Berry Pierre

“If you bought any meats in the past month, month and a half, go all the way to July, check your refrigerator today.” – Dr. Berry Pierre

Links:

• CDC: Listeria Outbreak Deli Meat Death Toll
• CDC: Signs and Symptoms of Listeria

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