US Senator Chuck Schumer has voiced concerns regarding the presence of Listeria, a harmful bacteria, in New York’s processing plants. He has urged the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to increase funding for the state’s public health laboratories in order to combat the bacteria. Schumer’s call follows a recent Listeria outbreak in 11 states, which resulted in one death and multiple hospitalizations. He has asked the CDC to review the current funding for New York’s labs and increase it if necessary. The senator has also called for improvements in the state’s food safety measures.
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