Public Warned of Listeria Recalls by Health Department

In a recent development, the Tennessee Department of Health has issued a warning to residents regarding a Listeria outbreak associated with various cheeses and dairy items currently on the market. The outbreak has resulted in reported cases of Listeria in 11 states, including 2 cases in Tennessee. Individuals are urged to visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website at cdc.gov for further information on the affected products and recommended actions to take if they possess any of the potentially contaminated items.