US Warns of Listeria Risk in Trader Joe's and Walmart Frozen Meals After 4 Deaths
Originally Published 3 months ago — by KUTV
A Listeria outbreak linked to ready-to-eat pasta meals sold at Walmart and Trader Joe's has resulted in 20 infections and 4 deaths nationwide, including one in Utah. Affected products have been recalled, and consumers are advised to check their freezers and dispose of or return the contaminated items. Listeria can cause severe illness, especially in vulnerable populations, with symptoms appearing within two weeks to two months after consumption.