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Chicago Tribune
12-05-2025
- Health
- Chicago Tribune
What to know about food poisoning illnesses caused by listeria
A listeria outbreak linked to ready-to-eat sandwiches and snacks has sickened at least 10 people in the U.S., and a producer is voluntarily recalling dozens of products sold to retail stores, hospitals, hotels, airports and airlines, federal officials said. The products were made by Fresh & Ready Foods LLC and were sold in Arizona, California, Nevada and Washington. Those who fell ill and were hospitalized were in California and Nevada. The outbreak has been simmering for many months: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said cases date to December 2023. Listeria poisoning is caused by a particularly resilient type of bacteria that can survive and grow even during refrigeration. About 1,600 people are infected with it — and 260 die — each year in the U.S., according to the CDC. Here's what you need to know: The voluntary recall covers more than 80 specific products distributed between April 18 and April 25. The products have 'Use By' dates from April 22 to May 19. Brand names include: Fresh & Ready Foods, City Point Market Fresh Food to Go and Fresh Take Crave Away. Federal officials say anyone with the products should throw them away or return them. They also suggest cleaning any surfaces that touched the recalled foods. Listeria bacteria thrive in moist environments, including soil and water and decaying vegetation and are carried by some animals. The hardy germs are typically spread when food is harvested, processed, transported or stored in places that are contaminated with the bacteria. When the bacteria get into a food processing plant, they can be tough to eradicate. Foods contaminated with the bacteria can make people sick. Symptoms can be mild and include fever, muscle aches, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. More serious illness can include headache, stiff neck, confusion, loss of balance and convulsions. Listeria poisoning is tricky because symptoms can start quickly, within a few hours or days after eating contaminated food. But they also can take weeks or up to three months to show up. Those most vulnerable to getting sick include the very young, people older than 65 and those with weakened immune systems or who are pregnant. Listeria can survive and grow in refrigerated food. It can be killed by heating foods to 'steaming hot,' or 165 degrees Fahrenheit (74 degrees Celsius), the CDC says. But that's not always possible — or palatable — for foods that are made to be eaten cold. Because listeria can survive under refrigeration, it's important to clean and sanitize any surfaces, including refrigerator drawers and shelves, that may have come in contact with the products.
Metro
12-05-2025
- Health
- Metro
Urgent recall for sandwiches and snacks over listeria outbreak with 10 ill in US
Dozens of ready-to-eat sandwiches and snacks have been recalled amid a listeria outbreak that has left at least 10 people hospitalized in the US. Fresh & Ready Foods LLC has recalled 86 of its prepared food items including sandwiches, pastas and snacks, after an investigation into the outbreak linked back to its facilities. Two federal health agencies, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), started investigating the outbreak last year, but were unable at the time to find the source. In April of this year, the FDA reopened the investigation and found traces of listeria while doing a routine inspection of products from Fresh & Ready Foods, according to an update by the agency on Saturday. 'Whole genome sequencing (WGS) analysis confirmed that the strain of Listeria found at Fresh & Ready Foods, LLC matches the strain of Listeria causing illnesses in this outbreak,' stated an FDA advisory. As of Saturday, 10 people were infected with the listeria monocytogenes strain in California and Nevada, and all of them were hospitalized. The voluntarily recall initiated by the company based in San Fernando, California, includes sandwiches of a variety of meats and breads, bistro boxes, pasta salads, protein snacks and sweet snacks. Some specific items are the 7.5-ounce Turkey & Cheese Mega Sandwich, the 4-ounce Breakfast Bistro Box, the 9-ounce Garlic Pesto Pasta, and the 3-ounce Almonds & Chocolate Snack. Besides Fresh & Ready Foods, affected items were sold under the brand names City Point Market Fresh Food to Go and Fresh Take Crave Away. They were distributed from April 18 to April 28, 2025, at hospitals, convenience stores, hotels, airports and by airlines, in Arizona, California, Nevada and Washington. More Trending Listeria symptoms usually begin within two weeks of consuming contaminated food, but can occur the same day and 10 weeks after, according to the FDA. Mild symptoms include nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, muscle aches, fever and tiredness. Symptoms in more serious listeria cases include convulsions, confusion, balance loss, stiff neck and headache. Among those most prone to listeria and becoming seriously ill from it are pregnant women, newborns and people aged 65 or older. It comes a day after Utah-based New Grains Gluten Free Bakery recalled more than a dozen of its savory and sweet breads and baked goods because of three undeclared allergens that could cause 'life-threatening' allergic reactions. Get in touch with our news team by emailing us at webnews@ For more stories like this, check our news page. MORE: Supermarket recalls chicken products over 'diarrhoea and meningitis' fears MORE: Trump calls European Union 'in many ways nastier than China' MORE: Boys in Minecraft and Star Wars pyjamas aim loaded gun at police
San Francisco Chronicle
12-05-2025
- Health
- San Francisco Chronicle
What to know about food poisoning illnesses caused by listeria
A listeria outbreak linked to ready-to-eat sandwiches and snacks has sickened at least 10 people in the U.S., and a producer is voluntarily recalling dozens of products sold to retail stores, hospitals, hotels, airports and airlines, federal officials said. The products were made by Fresh & Ready Foods LLC and were sold in Arizona, California, Nevada and Washington. Those who fell ill and were hospitalized were in California and Nevada. The outbreak has been simmering for many months: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said cases date to December 2023. Listeria poisoning is caused by a particularly resilient type of bacteria that can survive and grow even during refrigeration. About 1,600 people are infected with it — and 260 die — each year in the U.S., according to the CDC. Here's what you need to know: What was recalled? The voluntary recall covers more than 80 specific products distributed between April 18 and April 25. The products have 'Use By' dates from April 22 to May 19. Brand names include: Fresh & Ready Foods, City Point Market Fresh Food to Go and Fresh Take Crave Away. Federal officials say anyone with the products should throw them away or return them. They also suggest cleaning any surfaces that touched the recalled foods. Where does listeria come from? Listeria bacteria thrive in moist environments, including soil and water and decaying vegetation and are carried by some animals. The hardy germs are typically spread when food is harvested, processed, transported or stored in places that are contaminated with the bacteria. When the bacteria get into a food processing plant, they can be tough to eradicate. What are the symptoms of listeria? Foods contaminated with the bacteria can make people sick. Symptoms can be mild and include fever, muscle aches, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. More serious illness can include headache, stiff neck, confusion, loss of balance and convulsions. Listeria poisoning is tricky because symptoms can start quickly, within a few hours or days after eating contaminated food. But they also can take weeks or up to three months to show up. Those most vulnerable to getting sick include the very young, people older than 65 and those with weakened immune systems or who are pregnant. Does cooking kill listeria? Listeria can survive and grow in refrigerated food. It can be killed by heating foods to 'steaming hot,' or 165 degrees Fahrenheit (74 degrees Celsius), the CDC says. But that's not always possible — or palatable — for foods that are made to be eaten cold. Because listeria can survive under refrigeration, it's important to clean and sanitize any surfaces, including refrigerator drawers and shelves, that may have come in contact with the products. ___ The Associated Press Health and Science Department receives support from the Howard Hughes Medical Institute's Science and Educational Media Group. The AP is solely responsible for all content.
12-05-2025
- Health
What to know about food poisoning illnesses caused by listeria
A listeria outbreak linked to ready-to-eat sandwiches and snacks has sickened at least 10 people in the U.S., and a producer is voluntarily recalling dozens of products sold to retail stores, hospitals, hotels, airports and airlines, federal officials said. The products were made by Fresh & Ready Foods LLC and were sold in Arizona, California, Nevada and Washington. Those who fell ill and were hospitalized were in California and Nevada. The outbreak has been simmering for many months: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said cases date to December 2023. Listeria poisoning is caused by a particularly resilient type of bacteria that can survive and grow even during refrigeration. About 1,600 people are infected with it — and 260 die — each year in the U.S., according to the CDC. Here's what you need to know: The voluntary recall covers more than 80 specific products distributed between April 18 and April 25. The products have 'Use By' dates from April 22 to May 19. Brand names include: Fresh & Ready Foods, City Point Market Fresh Food to Go and Fresh Take Crave Away. Federal officials say anyone with the products should throw them away or return them. They also suggest cleaning any surfaces that touched the recalled foods. Listeria bacteria thrive in moist environments, including soil and water and decaying vegetation and are carried by some animals. The hardy germs are typically spread when food is harvested, processed, transported or stored in places that are contaminated with the bacteria. When the bacteria get into a food processing plant, they can be tough to eradicate. Foods contaminated with the bacteria can make people sick. Symptoms can be mild and include fever, muscle aches, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. More serious illness can include headache, stiff neck, confusion, loss of balance and convulsions. Listeria poisoning is tricky because symptoms can start quickly, within a few hours or days after eating contaminated food. But they also can take weeks or up to three months to show up. Those most vulnerable to getting sick include the very young, people older than 65 and those with weakened immune systems or who are pregnant. Listeria can survive and grow in refrigerated food. It can be killed by heating foods to 'steaming hot,' or 165 degrees Fahrenheit (74 degrees Celsius), the CDC says. But that's not always possible — or palatable — for foods that are made to be eaten cold. Because listeria can survive under refrigeration, it's important to clean and sanitize any surfaces, including refrigerator drawers and shelves, that may have come in contact with the products. ___
Winnipeg Free Press
12-05-2025
- Health
- Winnipeg Free Press
What to know about food poisoning illnesses caused by listeria
A listeria outbreak linked to ready-to-eat sandwiches and snacks has sickened at least 10 people in the U.S., and a producer is voluntarily recalling dozens of products sold to retail stores, hospitals, hotels, airports and airlines, federal officials said. The products were made by Fresh & Ready Foods LLC and were sold in Arizona, California, Nevada and Washington. Those who fell ill and were hospitalized were in California and Nevada. The outbreak has been simmering for many months: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said cases date to December 2023. Listeria poisoning is caused by a particularly resilient type of bacteria that can survive and grow even during refrigeration. About 1,600 people are infected with it — and 260 die — each year in the U.S., according to the CDC. Here's what you need to know: What was recalled? The voluntary recall covers more than 80 specific products distributed between April 18 and April 25. The products have 'Use By' dates from April 22 to May 19. Brand names include: Fresh & Ready Foods, City Point Market Fresh Food to Go and Fresh Take Crave Away. Federal officials say anyone with the products should throw them away or return them. They also suggest cleaning any surfaces that touched the recalled foods. Where does listeria come from? Listeria bacteria thrive in moist environments, including soil and water and decaying vegetation and are carried by some animals. The hardy germs are typically spread when food is harvested, processed, transported or stored in places that are contaminated with the bacteria. When the bacteria get into a food processing plant, they can be tough to eradicate. What are the symptoms of listeria? Foods contaminated with the bacteria can make people sick. Symptoms can be mild and include fever, muscle aches, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. More serious illness can include headache, stiff neck, confusion, loss of balance and convulsions. Listeria poisoning is tricky because symptoms can start quickly, within a few hours or days after eating contaminated food. But they also can take weeks or up to three months to show up. Those most vulnerable to getting sick include the very young, people older than 65 and those with weakened immune systems or who are pregnant. Winnipeg Jets Game Days On Winnipeg Jets game days, hockey writers Mike McIntyre and Ken Wiebe send news, notes and quotes from the morning skate, as well as injury updates and lineup decisions. Arrives a few hours prior to puck drop. Does cooking kill listeria? Listeria can survive and grow in refrigerated food. It can be killed by heating foods to 'steaming hot,' or 165 degrees Fahrenheit (74 degrees Celsius), the CDC says. But that's not always possible — or palatable — for foods that are made to be eaten cold. Because listeria can survive under refrigeration, it's important to clean and sanitize any surfaces, including refrigerator drawers and shelves, that may have come in contact with the products. ___ The Associated Press Health and Science Department receives support from the Howard Hughes Medical Institute's Science and Educational Media Group. The AP is solely responsible for all content.
