A multi-state outbreak of Lester bacteria linked to cooked meat in the United States has ended

Food Partners Network News according to the U.S. Food Safety News Network, the U.S. cooked meat-related multi-state Lester outbreak was declared closed on January 28, 2021.
the outbreak is understood to have infected 12 people in four states (Florida, Louisiana, Massachusetts and New York) and all were hospitalized, with one patient in Florida dying.
interviews with 11 patients, all reported eating Italian-style meats such as salami, spaghina and Italian smoked ham, according to the report.
they bought prepackaged deli meat and sliced meat at deli counters in various locations.
evidence suggests that cooked meat may have been the cause of the outbreak.
have not identified a specific type of deli meat or regular supplier.
cooked meat (also known as lunch meat or cold plates) may contain listeria.
even if there is no ongoing outbreak, always follow food safety steps to prevent Lester infection in cooked meats.
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