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. 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." Here's what to know about the bacteria and the latest outbreak.

Source: Washington Post July 22, 2024 08:46 UTC