Listeria outbreak traced as far back as 2010 to 10 cases and three deaths in four states as consultant calls on companies to ensure diligent testing
An outbreak of listeria that has been linked to three deaths and forced a popular ice cream from store shelves across the central US may have begun as far back as 2010, according to experts.
Listeria found in products from Texas-based Blue Bell Creameries has been linked to 10 illnesses – leading to three deaths – in Oklahoma, Arizona, Texas and Kansas. In response the company has recalled all of its products and is overhauling its cleaning procedures.
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Dear Texas friends who are suffering because you can't get Blue Bell during the recall: Now you know what it's like. Signed, JS in NY
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