CDC reports: Listeria Outbreak linked to deli meats

The CDC reported that ten people were infected with the outbreak strain of Listeria monocytogenes in three states (Florida, Massachusetts, and New York). All 10 ill people were hospitalized. One death has been reported from Florida. Epidemiological data suggest that deli meat is a likely source of this outbreak. In interviews with 9 ill people, all reported eating Italian-style meats, such as salami, mortadella, and prosciutto. They reported purchasing prepackaged deli meats and meats sliced at deli counters at various locations. The specific type of meat has not been identified yet. WGS showed that bacteria isolated from ill people were closely related genetically. @ https://www.cdc.gov/listeria/outbreaks/delimeat-10-20/index.html