There is a listeria outbreak and how to protect yourself

Listeria can grow when refrigerated, making it one of the most virulent foodborne bacterias. Here’s what you need to know to protect yourself and your loved ones from the bacteria. Here's what to know and how to protect you and your family.

Health officials said infections with this particular listeria outbreak strain have been reported since 2014. Listeria has been linked to a variety of dairy products in the U.S. Dairy products have been affected by the outbreak. Health officials say there have been more than 100 cases of listeriosis in the past year.