Boar's Head Closes Virginia Facility Amid Listeria Outbreak Concerns
Immediate Action on Health Crisis
In light of the recent listeria outbreak, Boar's Head Provisions has announced the closure of its Virginia plant. This facility was tied to a deadly listeria outbreak that resulted in nine deaths and at least 57 hospitalizations across numerous states.
Public Health Measures
As a precaution, Boar's Head will no longer produce liverwurst from this location. This decision comes as part of a broader commitment to prioritize consumer safety.
- Impacted states include: Virginia, Texas, and others across the country.
- Health officials encourage: those who purchased the affected products to check their refrigerators immediately.
This closure illustrates the food industry’s need to respond effectively to outbreaks to protect public health.
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