A deadly listeria outbreak from ready-to-eat meats causes the death of a baby.


A deadly listeria outbreak from ready-to-eat meats causes the death of a baby.

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A deadly listeria outbreak from ready-to-eat meats causes the death of a baby.

There has been an outbreak of listeria food poisoning from meat and poultry products. These products were sold in stores and online all over the country.

A company called Yu Shang Food, Inc. has taken back over 72,000 pounds of food because of the outbreak. The problem was found when tests showed listeria in the food and where it was made.

Eleven people got sick, and nine of them had to go to the hospital. Sadly, a baby in California died from the listeria infection.

Even though the food has been recalled, some people might still have it at home. It's important to throw away these products or return them to the store.

Listeria poisoning can make people very sick, especially young children, older adults, and pregnant women. It's important to see a doctor if you think you might have listeria poisoning.


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What caused the outbreak of food poisoning?

The outbreak of food poisoning was caused by listeria in meat and poultry products.

How many people got sick from the outbreak?

Eleven people got sick from the outbreak.

What should people do with the recalled food?

People should throw away the recalled food or return it to the store.


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