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Boar's Head recall now hits 71 items due to listeria concerns. But are Texans at risk?

Listeria Outbreak: 34 Sickened Thus Far—Full Story at Eleven.

Published August 2, 2024 at 6:02am by Beck Andrew Salgado

USDA Identifies Over 70 Contaminated Boar's Head Products, 34 Cases of Listeria

Last week, the USDA announced a listeria outbreak linked to Boar's Head products, now totaling over 70 products and 34 cases of listeria, primarily on the East Coast.

Data shows meats sliced at delis may be contaminated and are making people sick.
— Centers for Disease Control

As of now, this outbreak affects over seven million pounds of Boar's Head products, a significant increase from the initial 200,000 pounds flagged last week.

Affected States:

Georgia
Illinois
Indiana
Maryland
Massachusetts
Missouri
Minnesota
New Jersey
New York (12 cases)
North Carolina
Pennsylvania
Virginia (2 cases)
Wisconsin

Recalled Products:

Boar's Head items with establishment numbers "EST. 12612" or "P-12612" within the USDA mark of inspection, including:

Sausages
Hams
Cheeses

Sell-by dates: July 29 - Oct. 17

See the full product list and labels here.

Export Destinations:

Cayman Islands
Dominican Republic
Mexico
Panama

Stay vigilant and informed to protect your health.