Boar's Head Listeria Outbreak: 10th Death Reported, Lawsuits Mount

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has reported another death connected to the listeria outbreak linked to Boar's Head deli meats. The most recent death occurred in New York, bringing the total to 10. 

The outbreak has led to 59 hospitalizations across 19 states, indicating a significant public health concern related to foodborne illness.

Boar's Head Stops Production and Recalls Products After Listeria Outbreak

Boar's Head has taken action in response to the outbreak by stopping production at its Jarratt, Virginia facility, the identified source of the contamination. The company has also permanently stopped making its liverwurst product, which is directly linked to the listeria cases. In a statement, Boar's Head expressed its commitment to safety.

"We are dedicated to our customers and to the safety and quality of our products," the company stated. "We are committed to learning from this experience."

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Since the initial liverwurst recall in July, the company has expanded the recall to include all products made at the Jarratt facility. These products have the inspection marks "EST. 12612" or "P-12612" and have sell-by dates that go into October 2024. Boar's Head has also implemented a food safety program to improve practices at its production sites.

Lawsuits Mount Against Boar's Head Over Listeria Contamination

The listeria outbreak has resulted in lawsuits against Boar's Head. Robert Reposa from Virginia recently filed a lawsuit seeking $48 million in damages, claiming he became ill after eating Boar's Head products with listeria. His lawsuit claims that Boar’s Head knew about unsanitary conditions at the Jarratt facility.

Reposa’s case is one of several legal actions the company faces. New York resident Rita J. Torres has also filed a proposed class action lawsuit, claiming that Boar’s Head did not properly disclose the risk of contamination to consumers.

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Listeria Outbreak Highlights Food Safety Concerns

Listeria is a type of bacteria that poses health risks, particularly to individuals with weakened immune systems, older adults, pregnant women, and newborns. It is a leading cause of death from foodborne illness in the United States. Symptoms can range from mild flu-like symptoms to more serious conditions like fever, muscle aches, confusion, and seizures.

The CDC has indicated that the actual number of listeria cases linked to Boar's Head products may be higher than currently reported because listeria has an incubation period of up to 10 weeks.

Food Recalls and Lawsuits Underscore Need For Improved Safety Measures

The Boar’s Head listeria outbreak is one of several recent incidents that raise concerns about food safety within the industry. Real Kosher Ice Cream and Twin City Foods, Inc. both issued recalls in August 2023 due to possible listeria contamination. These incidents show a need for strong safety procedures and consistent enforcement of regulations.

The CDC advises consumers to check for and discard any recalled Boar's Head products. Cleaning surfaces that may have touched these products is also recommended. Retailers have been advised to remove affected products from their shelves and clean food preparation areas.

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