If you are pregnant, 65 or older, or have a weakened immune system, CDC always advises that you avoid eating deli meat unless it’s heated to an internal temperature of 165°F or until steaming hot just before serving. People in these groups are more likely to get a serious illness from Listeria bacteria, which can be in deli meat. Read about a recent deli meat Listeria outbreak: https://go.usa.gov/x7gcp.
