Listeria

Dole Brand Salad is Recalled, Potential Cross-Contamination

Listeria,Outbreaks & Recalls | February 27, 2024

Dole Fresh Vegetables, Inc. issued an announcement that certain kit varieties of their Dole brand salad is recalled. This recall is in response to potential cross-contamination with a different recalled product – Rizo Lopez Foods cheese. Large production facilities process… read more

More recalls linked to the Rizo Lopez Dairy Outbreak, 26 Illnesses and 2 Deaths So Far

Listeria,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | February 27, 2024

The source of a decades long Listeria monocytogenes outbreak was finally identified. However, that recall has expanded to include more recalls linked to the Rizo Lopez dairy outbreak. In an update posted on February 22, 2024, more companies have joined… read more

Peaches Nectarines, and Plums Listeria Outbreak is Over

Listeria | 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

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

Listeria,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | 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

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

Zespri Kiwi Listeria Recall

Listeria,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | 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

Listeria,Outbreaks & Recalls | 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

Listeria | 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

Cricket Creek Farm Cheese Listeria Outbreak

Listeria,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | May 30, 2023

An outbreak of Listeria illnesses has been linked to a pasteurized cheese product distributed in Massachusetts and New York. Here is everything we know about the Cricket Creek Farm Cheese Listeria Outbreak: About the Cricket Creek Farm Cheese Listeria Outbreak… read more