Listeria Outbreak from Prepared Pasta Meals Claims 6 Lives: Affected Products Listed
Health officials confirmed that a listeria outbreak linked to prepared pasta meals has resulted in six fatalities and 27 reported illnesses. These cases span 18 states, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on Thursday, October 30. The latest data indicates two additional deaths and seven new illnesses since the previous report. Among the affected individuals, 25 required hospitalization.
States Reporting Illnesses
The illnesses attributed to this outbreak have been reported in the following states:
- California
- Hawaii
- Florida
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Louisiana
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Missouri
- North Carolina
- Nevada
- Ohio
- Oregon
- South Carolina
- Texas
- Utah
- Virginia
- Washington
Source of the Outbreak
The listeria outbreak is traced back to prepared pasta meals from a supplier named Nate’s Fine Foods. This company has voluntarily recalled products to mitigate risks. They are collaborating with the FDA and CDC to understand the outbreak’s origins.
Affected Products
The following products are included in the recall:
| Product Name | Brand | Use By Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Smoked Mozzarella Pasta Salad | Sprouts Farmers Market | 10/10/25 to 10/29/25 |
| Smoked Mozzarella Pasta Salad | Giant Eagle | 9/30/25 to 10/07/25 |
| Deli Bowtie and Penne Pasta Salads | Kroger | 8/29/25 to 10/02/25 |
| Shrimp Scampi with Linguini Bowls | Scott & Jon’s | 3/12/27 to 3/21/27 |
| Cajun Style Blackened Chicken Breast Fettuccine Alfredo | Trader Joe’s | 9/20/25 to 10/10/25 |
| Deli Pasta Salads | Albertsons | 9/08/25 to 10/04/25 |
| Linguine with Beef Meatballs & Marinara Sauce | Marketside | 9/22/25 to 10/01/25 |
| Grilled Chicken Alfredo with Fettuccine | Marketside | Before 6/26/25 and before 6/27/25 |
| Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo | Home Chef | Before 6/19/25 |
Advice for Consumers
The CDC advises consumers to inspect their refrigerators and dispose of any recalled products immediately. Listeria poses serious health risks, particularly to specific groups. Pregnant women, individuals over 65, and those with weakened immune systems are especially vulnerable.
Symptoms of Listeria Infection
Symptoms may include:
- Headache
- Stiff neck
- Confusion
- Loss of balance
- Convulsions
- Fever
- Muscle aches
- Tiredness
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