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Listeria Found in Big Brook Farm Raw Milk Samples. A Snapshot into How Raw Milk is Monitored.
March 21, 2024
Big Brook Farm raw milk samples tested positive for the deadly bacteria, Listeria monocytogenes. The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets discovered Listeria monocytogenes (commonly referred to as Listeria) during routine sampling activities on March 13, 2024. The… read more
Käserei Gloggnitz CEO Faces Criminal Charges for Listeria Outbreak, Sentenced to 13 Months in Prison
February 22, 2024
The CEO of Käserei Gloggnitz recently faced criminal charges for a Listeria outbreak linked to the firm’s dairy products and has been sentenced to 13 months in prison. This isn’t something you see often. In most cases, the company is… read more
Rizo Lopez Foods Source of Long Listeria Outbreak
February 2, 2024
The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) are collaborating with state and local partners to investigate illnesses linked to a multi-ear, multi-state outbreak of Listeria monocytogenes. With cases dating back to 2014,… read more
Peaches Nectarines, and Plums Listeria Outbreak is Over
February 1, 2024
As of January 30, 2024, the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced that the multistate outbreak of Listeria monocytogenes infections linked to HMC Farms peaches, nectarines, and plums is over. The Outbreak So far there have… read more
Incubation Period for Listeria
January 1, 2024
Unlike many other foodborne pathogens, Listeria has a relatively long incubation period, typically ranging from a few days to several weeks. Listeria monocytogenes is a bacterium that can cause a serious illness known as listeriosis. The incubation period refers to… read more
Listeria Outbreak Linked to Peaches, Nectarines, and Plums
November 20, 2023
CDC, public health and regulatory officials in several states, and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) have launched an investigation into a multistate outbreak Listeria outbreak linked to Peaches, Nectarines, and Plums. Epidemiologic and laboratory data show that HMC… read more
Listeria Recovery Diet: Best Things to Eat While Sick from Listeria
November 6, 2023
Suffering from Listeria infection requires careful attention to your diet to support recovery and mitigate symptoms. Here’s a guide to the recommended Listeria recovery diet. Hydration is Crucial Start by ensuring adequate hydration. Consume water, herbal teas, and clear broths,… read more
August 17, 2023
The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) published a recall alert for clamshell packaged organic kiwi under the brand name Zespri due to the potential health risk, Listeria monocytogenes. This bad bug is known for mild diarrheal illness but… read more
Real Kosher Ice Cream Listeria Recall
August 16, 2023
Real Kosher Ice Cream of Brooklyn, New York issued a recall on August 9, 2023 for their Soft Serve on the Go ice cream and sorbet cups due to potential contamination with the health threat, Listeria monocytogenes after two people… read more
What to Do if You Suspect a Listeria Outbreak
July 29, 2023
If you suspect a Listeria outbreak in your community or have reason to believe you have been exposed to contaminated food, it is critical to take immediate action to protect yourself and others. Report the Outbreak Notify your local health… read more