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Accessibility statementSkip to main content Democracy Dies in Darkness SubscribeSign in Democracy Dies in Darkness HealthHealth Care Medical Mysteries Science Well+Being HealthHealth Care Medical Mysteries Science Well+Being TWO DEAD IN LISTERIA OUTBREAK LINKED TO DELI MEAT. HERE’S WHAT TO KNOW. At least 28 people in 12 states have been sickened in a listeria outbreak that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has linked to sliced deli meat. 4 min 456 Key takeaways Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed. * The CDC says there have been at least 28 cases in 12 states since the end of May, and likely more. * Investigators are still working to determine which specific products may be contaminated. * Those who are pregnant, 65 and older or otherwise high-risk should reheat deli meat to 165 degrees. Did our AI help? Share your thoughts. Listeria can transfer easily from deli equipment to other surfaces, hands and food, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (iStock) By Frances Vinall July 20, 2024 at 3:00 a.m. EDT At least two people in the United States have died in connection with a listeria outbreak linked to meat sliced at deli counters, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. As of Friday, 28 cases had been recorded in 12 states since the end of May. Subscribe for unlimited access to The Post You can cancel anytime. Subscribe However, “the true number of sick people in this outbreak is likely higher than the number reported,” the CDC said in its investigation report. “... This is because some people recover without medical care and are not tested for Listeria.” Share 456 Comments NewsletterDaily Today’s Headlines The most important news stories of the day, curated by Post editors, delivered every morning. Sign up PAID PROMOTED STORIES Subscribe to comment and get the full experience. Choose your plan → Advertisement TOP STORIES The Post’s View Views from The Post’s Editorial Board on current events Opinion|It’s necessary to tame the national debt. And surprisingly doable. Opinion|What Harris needs to do, now, to win Opinion|With Biden stepping aside, Democrats must now embrace an open process back Try a different topic Sign in or create a free account to save your preferences Advertisement Advertisement Company About The Post Newsroom Policies & Standards Diversity & Inclusion Careers Media & Community Relations WP Creative Group Accessibility Statement Sitemap Get The Post Become a Subscriber Gift Subscriptions Mobile & Apps Newsletters & Alerts Washington Post Live Reprints & Permissions Post Store Books & E-Books Today’s Paper Public Notices Contact Us Contact the Newsroom Contact Customer Care Contact the Opinions Team Advertise Licensing & Syndication Request a Correction Send a News Tip Report a Vulnerability Terms of Use Digital Products Terms of Sale Print Products Terms of Sale Terms of Service Privacy Policy Cookie Settings Submissions & Discussion Policy RSS Terms of Service Ad Choices washingtonpost.com © 1996-2024 The Washington Post * washingtonpost.com * © 1996-2024 The Washington Post * About The Post * Contact the Newsroom * Contact Customer Care * Request a Correction * Send a News Tip * Report a Vulnerability * Download the Washington Post App * Policies & Standards * Terms of Service * Privacy Policy * Cookie Settings * Print Products Terms of Sale * Digital Products Terms of Sale * Submissions & Discussion Policy * RSS Terms of Service * Ad Choices 5.22.0 Already a subscriber? Sign in GET UNLIMITED ACCESS TO THE WASHINGTON POST You can cancel anytime. MONTHLY $1 every week for the first year billed as $4 every 4 weeks YEARLY $120 $40 for the first yearBEST VALUE * Unlimited access on the web and in our apps * 24/7 live news updates Add your email address By creating your account, you agree to The Washington Post's Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Card View more offers