Listeria bacteria infect Cantaloupes causing the deadliest food-borne ever in the United States, involving 18 states so far reported. Colorado and Mexico took the hardest hit. Already 13 people died since the outbreak started in September. The melons involved in the current outbreak, "Rocky Ford" brand cantaloupes sold by Jensen Farms, were recalled on Sept. 14. [ READ REPORT ]
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