listeria Outbreak: February 2024


https://www.cnn.com/2024/02/12/health/cheese-yogurt-dairy-recall-list-wellness/index.html
https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts

A Listeria outbreak refers to a sudden increase in the number of cases of illness caused by the bacteria Listeria monocytogenes. This bacterium can lead to a serious infection called listeriosis, which can be particularly dangerous for pregnant women, newborns, older adults, and individuals with weakened immune systems. Listeriosis is primarily contracted through the consumption of contaminated food.

Listeria can be found in soil and water, and it can contaminate a variety of foods, including raw meats, vegetables, processed foods, such as soft cheeses and cold cuts, and unpasteurized milk and dairy products. Unlike many other pathogens, Listeria can grow at refrigerator temperatures, making it a particular concern for stored refrigerated foods.

Symptoms of listeriosis may include fever, muscle aches, nausea, diarrhea, headache, stiff neck, confusion, loss of balance, and convulsions. In pregnant women, the infection can lead to miscarriage, stillbirth, premature delivery, or life-threatening infection of the newborn.

Listeria outbreaks can be traced back to specific food sources through public health investigations, which involve interviewing sick people about what they ate before becoming ill and testing samples from them and the suspected food sources. These investigations help identify the specific source of the outbreak, enabling recalls and other actions to be taken to prevent further cases. Public health agencies like the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in the United States play a key role in tracking and responding to listeriosis outbreaks.
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To be prepared, follow these steps:

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By following these steps, you can increase your readiness and reduce the impact of emergencies on you and your loved ones.

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