Evergreen Youth Secrets
  • Health News
  • Health Care
  • Staying Healthy
  • Beauty Advices
  • Health News
  • Health Care
  • Staying Healthy
  • Beauty Advices
No Result
View All Result
Evergreen Youth Secrets
No Result
View All Result
Home Health Care

USDA watchdog opening investigation into agency handling of Boar’s Head outbreak

by
October 15, 2024
in Health Care
0
USDA watchdog opening investigation into agency handling of Boar’s Head outbreak

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s internal watchdog has opened an investigation into the agency’s handling of violations at a Boar’s Head plant that led to a multi-state listeria outbreak, according to a Democratic lawmaker. 

Sen. Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) said USDA Inspector General Phyllis Fong is looking into how the agency handled numerous reports of alleged unsanitary conditions at the plant in Jarratt, Va., including mildew, insects and mold. 

USDA inspectors warned conditions at the Boar’s Head plant posed an “imminent threat” to public health as early as 2022, but there was no action taken by Boar’s Head or federal regulators.   

The outbreak has resulted in at least 10 deaths and nearly 60 hospitalizations across 19 states. Boar’s Head linked the outbreak to liverwurst deli meat, and said it would indefinitely close the plant and discontinue liverwurst permanently.   

The investigation comes after Blumenthal sent a letter to Fong last month asking for an investigation.  

“USDA took virtually no action—allowing Boar’s Head to continue business as usual at its chronically unsanitary Virginia plant—despite finding repeated serious violations. The Virginia plant should have been shut down years ago before people got sick or died from listeria,” Blumenthal said in a statement. “The IG investigation is a vital first step to assure accountability and prevent such deadly mistakes from happening again.” 

Fong’s office did not comment to confirm the investigation. 

Blumenthal said the investigation will determine if proper corrective and enforcement actions were implemented in this specific instance, and if the agency has an effective process to address broader recurring issues at state-inspected establishments. The Boar’s Head plant was inspected by state officials acting on behalf of the federal government.  

Aside from the inspector general’s investigation, Blumenthal and Rep. Rosa DeLauro (D-Conn.) last month urged the Department of Justice to get involved and determine whether to criminally charge company officials.  

Previous Post

Walgreens closing roughly 1,200 stores

Next Post

‘Weekend warriors’ can cut risk of 264 diseases

Next Post
‘Weekend warriors’ can cut risk of 264 diseases

‘Weekend warriors’ can cut risk of 264 diseases

Stay updated with the latest news, exclusive offers, and special promotions. Sign up now and be the first to know! As a member, you'll receive curated content, insider tips, and invitations to exclusive events. Don't miss out on being part of something special.

    Popular News

    Trump demands drugmakers ‘justify’ COVID treatment success

    Trump demands drugmakers ‘justify’ COVID treatment success

    September 1, 2025
    Former CDC directors sound alarm over Kennedy’s agency shake-up

    Former CDC directors sound alarm over Kennedy’s agency shake-up

    September 1, 2025
    Candida auris: Study reveals who is most vulnerable to deadly fungus infection

    Candida auris: Study reveals who is most vulnerable to deadly fungus infection

    September 1, 2025

    Trending

    Wildfires may be accelerating the spread of infectious disease by keeping US West residents indoors: Study

    Wildfires may be accelerating the spread of infectious disease by keeping US West residents indoors: Study

    June 18, 2025
    Bird flu confirmed in third farmworker: CDC

    Bird flu confirmed in third farmworker: CDC

    May 30, 2024
    Harris says gender-affirming care decisions should be left to doctors

    Harris says gender-affirming care decisions should be left to doctors

    October 22, 2024
    FDA crackdown on off-brand Ozempic products set to take effect, threatening supply and access for many

    FDA crackdown on off-brand Ozempic products set to take effect, threatening supply and access for many

    May 22, 2025

    Recent News

    Trump demands drugmakers ‘justify’ COVID treatment success

    Trump demands drugmakers ‘justify’ COVID treatment success

    September 1, 2025
    Former CDC directors sound alarm over Kennedy’s agency shake-up

    Former CDC directors sound alarm over Kennedy’s agency shake-up

    September 1, 2025

    Popular News

    • Trump demands drugmakers ‘justify’ COVID treatment success
    • Former CDC directors sound alarm over Kennedy’s agency shake-up

    About Evergreen Youth Secrets

    • Contact us
    • Privacy Policy
    • Terms & Conditions
    • Email Whitelisting

    Copyright © 2025 Evergreenyouthsecrets.com. All Rights Reserved.

    No Result
    View All Result
    • Health News
    • Health Care
    • Staying Healthy
    • Beauty Advices

    Copyright © 2025 Evergreenyouthsecrets.com. All Rights Reserved.