Increase in Hospitalizations and Deaths from Contaminated Food in the U.S. in 2024
A study by the U.S. PIRG Education Fund reveals an increase in hospitalizations and deaths from contaminated food in the United States in 2024 compared to 2023. The biggest threats were from E. coli, listeria, and salmonella. More high-profile recalls occurred in 2024, including McDonald's and Boar's Head products.