Six people have died and 25 have been hospitalized across 18 states from illness caused by food contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes since an outbreak linked to precooked meals was first reported by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in July 2025. Listeriosis is the third-leading cause of death from food poisoning in this country, and it’s particularly dangerous for people who are over 65, pregnant, or immune compromised.
