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Yahoo
18-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Listeria Outbreak Linked to Frozen Drink Leads to 14 Deaths
2 more people have died after drinking frozen supplement shakes contaminated with a deadly strain of Listeria monocytogenes, bringing the total number of Listeria-related deaths to 14 before the outbreak was deemed "contained" by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The CDC began investigating the outbreak back in 2018, and then again in 2021 and 2023 as sporadic cases of listeria-related illnesses began surfacing across the U.S. However, there was not enough information for the CDC to positively identify the source of the outbreak until October 2024 when six new illnesses were reported. In February 2025, the outbreak strain was finally identified through environmental samples obtained by the Food and Drug Administration. The samples linked the outbreak to contaminated frozen supplement shakes made by Prairie Farms Dairy Inc., which were being distributed to long-term care facilities under the Lyons ReadyCare and Sysco Imperial brands, according to the FDA. In response to the investigation, Lyons Magnus LLC voluntarily recalled the 4-ounce frozen supplemental shakes. In total, 42 people across 21 states were reportedly infected with the outbreak strain of listeria monocytogenes, according to the CDC. Of the 42 people with information available, 41 have been hospitalized, and 14 have died across 9 states. Those states include: California, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, North Carolina, New York, Tennessee, Texas, and Washington. Most of the people affected by the outbreak were living in long-term care facilities or were hospitalized prior to becoming sick. However, the CDC also states that the true number of people affected by the outbreak was likely much higher than the number reported, and the outbreak may not have been limited to the states with known illnesses.
USA Today
16-05-2025
- Health
- USA Today
CDC and FDA: Deaths in listeria outbreak linked to frozen supplement shakes rise to 14
CDC and FDA: Deaths in listeria outbreak linked to frozen supplement shakes rise to 14 Residents in long-term care facilities were given frozen supplement shakes found to be contaminated with a strain of Listeria monocytogenes. The outbreak sickened at least 42 and led to 14 deaths. Show Caption Hide Caption FDA will reduce food and drug inspections due to federal layoffs FDA scales back routine inspections due to support staff layoffs, prioritizing high-risk cases amid government restructuring and budget cuts. Straight Arrow News The death toll has risen in a multistate listeria outbreak linked to frozen supplement shakes, according to the Food and Drug Administration. The increase in deaths from the outbreak comes nearly three months after Lyons Magnus, a food service industry provider headquartered in Fresno, California, recalled 4-ounce cartons of Lyons ReadyCare and Sysco Imperial Frozen Supplemental Shakes for possible risk of listeria contamination. The products were produced by Prairie Farms Dairy, Inc. in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Lyons Magnus distributed the products, under the Lyons ReadyCare and Sysco Imperial brand names, throughout the U.S., primarily to long-term care facilities. The products were not sold at retail stores and none of the shakes should be available on the market, the FDA said. The FDA and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention had identified 38 people who were sickened by listeria poisoning and 12 people who died across 21 states, the agencies said in February 2025. Of the 38 people sickened, 37 were hospitalized. On Friday, May 16, The CDC and FDA increased the number of deaths to 14 and the number of those sickened to 42 (41 were hospitalized). The outbreak investigation has ended, the agencies said. USA TODAY Recall Database: Search vehicle, product and food recalls Listeria outbreak investigation began in 2018 The CDC began investigating an outbreak of illnesses among residents in long-term care facilities and nursing homes in 2018 – with continued investigation of cases in 2021 and 2023 – but could not find enough evidence to identify a food culprit. When six new illnesses were reported in October 2024, the CDC reopened the investigation. In February 2025, the frozen shakes were identified as a possible cause, and the CDC took samples from Prairie Farms, which were found to contain the outbreak strain of Listeria monocytogenes. Which states had listeria cases linked to frozen shakes? These are the 21 states the FDA and CDC reported having known listeria outbreaks related to this recall: Alabama California Colorado Connecticut Florida Illinois Indiana Maryland Michigan Minnesota Missouri Nevada New York North Carolina Ohio Oklahoma Pennsylvania Tennessee Texas Washington West Virginia What is listeriosis or listeria poisoning? Listeriosis, or listeria poisoning, is a foodborne bacterial infection most commonly caused by the bacterium Listeria monocytogenes. About 1,600 people get sick and 260 die each year from listeriosis, according to the CDC. Most people can be infected with listeria and not become seriously ill. But infections during pregnancy can lead to miscarriage, stillbirth, premature delivery, or life-threatening infection of the newborn, says the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Listeriosis can also lead to cause death in people over the age of 65 or those with weakened immune systems. What are the symptoms of listeria poisoning? Signs and symptoms of listeriosis can appear as soon as hours after eating contaminated food and as long as weeks later, the USDA says. People in the higher-risk categories who experience flu-like symptoms within two months after eating contaminated food should seek medical care and tell their health care provider. Among the symptoms: Fever Fatigue Muscle aches Headache Stiff neck Confusion Loss of balance Convulsions Diarrhea Other gastrointestinal symptoms Mike Snider is a reporter on USA TODAY's Trending team. You can follow him on Threads, Bluesky, X and email him at mikegsnider & @ & @mikesnider & msnider@ What's everyone talking about? Sign up for our trending newsletter to get the latest news of the day
Yahoo
27-02-2025
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- Yahoo
Frozen Shakes Recalled Over Listeria Infections Kill 12
Frozen nutritional drinks are being recalled over listeria contamination. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration have made several public safety announcements about this outbreak since it was discovered in October 2024. Here's a list of products included in the recall. Frozen shakes manufactured by Prairie Farms Dairy Inc. are being recalled by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) over listeria concerns. The outbreak has left 38 people sick, 37 hospitalized, and 12 dead, according to an updated FDA product recall alert. The FDA says the nutritional supplement shakes are behind the recent run of infections impacting those between the ages of 43-101 the hardest. The majority of those who required hospitalization told local and state public health officials that they had either spent time in a hospital setting or were living in a long-term care facility prior to coming down with symptoms, according to a statement on the U.S. Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website. The CDC says that the Prairie Farms drinks are served in these settings under other brand names like Sysco Imperial and Lyons ReadyCare, and that the recalled items have been shipped directly to foodservice customers and distributors, and are unlikely to be on consumer shelves. But, if you believe you have impacted product, do not consume it and throw it out immediately. The recalled items include 4 oz. Frozen Supplemental Shakes that feature best buy dates of 02/21/25 to 02/21/2026 (although some may not feature dates at all), and the recall includes the following flavors: Vanilla Chocolate Strawberry Strawberry Banana The FDA says cases tied to these nutritional drinks have been documented in 21 states, including Alabama, California, Texas, Pennsylvania, and Washington state. You can find a complete list of the states included in the outbreak by visiting the FDA's website. According to the CDC, the initial outbreak likely started with illnesses investigated in 2018. The agency was unable to determine the cause of the infection at the time, and they struggled with similar outbreaks again in 2021 and 2023. Then six new listeria infections popped up at the end of 2024, which is when the agency made a breakthrough. 'CDC reopened the investigation in October 2024 after six new illnesses were reported,' the agency said in a statement on its website. 'In February 2025 after traceback identified a product of interest, the outbreak strain was found in environmental samples from Prairie Farm.' While listeria outbreaks aren't always fatal, some people may become very ill. That's especially true for anyone with pre-existing conditions or a weakened immune system, and the elderly. According to the FDA, listeria symptoms may include: Nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea Muscle aches Fever Fatigue Stiff neck Confusion Headache Convulsions Loss of balance While the products involved in this outbreak have been identified and recalled, the CDC cautions that the actual number of infections tied to this outbreak is likely higher than what is currently being reported. Not only that, but the infections may also extend to states not included in the current alert, since some people may not be symptomatic yet, and others may not seek medical care or may not be tested for listeria by their doctor. Consumers with additional questions about the outbreak are advised to contact the company directly by emailing frozenshakerecall@ or visiting the company's website. You Might Also Like Can Apple Cider Vinegar Lead to Weight Loss? Bobbi Brown Shares Her Top Face-Transforming Makeup Tips for Women Over 50
The Hill
27-02-2025
- Health
- The Hill
MAP: Listeria strain in deadly outbreak found in these states as death toll climbs
(NEXSTAR) – A listeria outbreak tied to supplement shakes is now linked to at least 12 deaths and 38 cases across 21 states, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The listeria strain, responsible for at least 37 hospitalizations, has been traced back to Lyons ReadyCare and Sysco Imperial Frozen Supplemental Shakes manufactured by Prairie Farms Dairy, Inc., according to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The Fort Wayne, Indiana-based dairy company has recalled potentially-affected shakes that were distributed nationwide to long-term care facilities. The shakes were not sold to the general public. Cases involving the listeria monocytogenes strain date back to 2018, but investigators say more than half of the people sickened in the outbreak got sick in 2024 or 2025. 'It is common for Listeria outbreaks to last several years because it is an incredibly hardy germ that can survive on surfaces for long periods of time,' according to the CDC. While the CDC had managed to trace the strain to long-term facilities, it wasn't until this year that investigators were able to identify the source of the outbreak using whole genome sequencing. See the full list of recalled products below: Item Number Product Name BB (Best Buy) Common listeria symptoms include fever, muscle aches, tiredness, confusion, loss of balance, seizures, a stiff neck and headaches, according to the CDC. The bacteria can be especially dangerous for pregnant women, as listeria can cause a pregnancy loss, premature birth or a potentially-deadly infection in the newborn. People 65 years or older, or those with weakened immune systems, are also especially at risk. According to the CDC, symptoms usually begin within two weeks after consuming contaminated food but may not start until as late as 10 weeks after. Anyone who has the recalled shakes should throw them away or return them, then clean any surface that they might have touched. 'Listeria can survive in the refrigerator and can easily spread to other foods and surfaces,' the CDC warns. Anyone who starts feeling symptoms after consuming one of the products should contact their healthcare provider.
Yahoo
26-02-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Multi-State Shake Recall Results in 'Deadly' Listeria Outbreak—Here's What to Know
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is working together with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in collaboration with state and local partners to investigate illnesses in a multi-state outbreak of Listeria monocytogenes infections. The outbreak has been linked to Lyons ReadyCare and Sysco Imperial Frozen Supplemental Shakes, both of which were manufactured by Prairie Farms Dairy, Inc. within the Prairie Farms facility in Fort Wayne, Indiana. On February 22, 2025 Lyons Magnus LLC recalled 4-ounce containers of Lyons ReadyCare and Sysco Imperial Frozen Supplemental Shakes. However, as of February 24, a total of 38 people from 21 states have already been infected with the Listeria outbreak. Of those 38 people, 37 have been hospitalized and 12 confirmed dead. 😋😋 🍳🍔 While the FDA has conducted an onsite inspection resulting in the collection of environmental and product samples, three of those samples have already tested positive for Listeria monocytogenes. A Whole Genome Sequencing analysis conducted by the team also determined that the Listeria detected in the samples is, in fact, closely related to the strain of Listeria currently causing illnesses across the country. Related: What we know as of right now is the frozen supplemental shakes under the Lyons ReadyCare and Sysco Imperial brand names were sold to institutional food service settings nationwide, such as long-term care facilities and hospitals. While the status of the recall is still 'ongoing,' additional information can be found in the recall notice provided by Lyons Magnus LLC, as well as a list of the products in question. Listeria infections are no joke. Symptoms usually start within two weeks after consuming contaminated food and may start as early as the same day or as late as 10 weeks after. Mild symptoms may include fever, muscle aches, nausea, tiredness, vomiting and diarrhea, while more severe symptoms may include headache, stiff neck, confusion, loss of balance and convulsions. Related: Distributors and food service customers alike who purchased or received any of the recalled products mentioned above should not sell or serve these products. Additionally, all surfaces or containers that may have touched the contaminated products should be carefully cleaned and sanitized before using further. Listeria can easily survive in refrigerated temperatures and will absolutely spread to other foods and surfaces. While the FDA has provided its own safe handling and cleaning advice to help consumers reduce the risk of cross-contamination, those most at-risk should still take extreme caution. Pregnant women and newborns, adults aged 65 or older and those with weakened immune systems are most susceptible to infection. Those who feel they might be experiencing symptoms should reach out to a healthcare provider right away. Up Next:
