"New Listeria Cases Linked to Recalled Pasta Meals, CDC Warns Public"

Two new deaths and seven illnesses from Listeria have been reported in connection with recalled pasta meals, prompting warnings from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

• On October 1, 2025, Demers Food Group recalled pasta meals, including linguine and penne, after a suppliers product tested positive for Listeria monocytogenes.
• The outbreak has resulted in two deaths and seven illnesses across various states, with affected pasta meals sold at grocery stores such as Walmart and Trader Joes.
• Consumers are advised to check for recalled pasta salad products in their homes, especially those purchased from Walmart and Trader Joes, due to potential contamination with Listeria.