The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has declared that an outbreak of Listeria monocytogenes linked to commercially produced, prepackaged caramel apples is likely over. “This outbreak appears to be over,” CDC
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CDC Update: 7 Deaths Among Listeriosis Victims Linked to Caramel Apples
On Saturday, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported a seventh death among the 32 illnesses reported in the multi-state Listeria monocytogenes outbreak linked to caramel apples. According to CDC, Listeriosis contributed…
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CDC Update: 32 Listeria Illnesses in 11 States, 2 in Canada Linked to Caramel Apples
On Wednesday, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) again updated information regarding the multi-state Listeria monocytogenes outbreak linked to caramel apples. As of Dec. 30, there were 32 illnesses reported in 11…
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Caramel Apple-Linked Listeria Outbreak and Recalls: What You Need to Know
On Dec. 19, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced an outbreak of Listeria monocytogenes linked to commercially produced and prepackaged caramel apples that has sickened — and hospitalized — at least…
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Merb’s Candies Recalls Caramel Apples for Potential Listeria Risk
Merb’s Candies of St. Louis, MO, is recalling its Bionic Apples and Double Dipped Apples because they have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. The company’s Bionic Apples and Double Dipped Apples were…
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