The Recall That Got Away: Uncovering the Truth About Boar's Head Deli Meat

You might be surprised to find out that your favorite grocery store carried contaminated deli meat, linked to the largest listeria outbreak in over a decade. What if we told you that some of the biggest retailers in the country, including Target, Kroger, and Safeway, sold products contaminated with this deadly bacteria? Despite a massive recall, many stores still had inventory of the recalled meat, leaving consumers at risk. But here's the catch: the recalls didn't end there. The recalled products included Boar's Head food produced between June 11 and July 17 with a 44-day shelf-life. The outbreak has been linked to 57 hospitalizations and nine deaths across 18 states. Elderly and pregnant people are at especially high risk, with pregnant people facing the risk of miscarriage, stillbirth, and premature delivery. You can get listeriosis by eating contaminated food, but it can take up to 70 days for symptoms to appear. Check your fridge for recalled meat, and look for 'EST. 12612' or 'P-12612' inside the USDA mark of inspection on the product labels. If you find it, throw it away or return it to the store. You can also contact the place of purchase for a refund. It's time to get to the bottom of this recall that got away.