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Listeria Outbreak Linked to Enoki Mushrooms

March 11, 2020

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The FDA has launched an outbreak investigation in several states concerning mushrooms which may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.

Top Infectious Disease Outbreaks of 2019

December 26, 2019

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From Ebola to measles to Salmonella, these were the top 9 infectious disease outbreaks of 2019.

Deadly Listeria Outbreak Linked to Eggs

December 19, 2019

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Public health officials are investigating a multistate outbreak of Listeria monocytogenes infections that have caused 4 hospitalizations and 1 death.

Novel Bacteriocin a Promising New Treatment for Resistant Listeria monocytogenes

September 05, 2019

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Bacteriocin operates effectively by damaging the cell walls of the target species, inducing cell perforation and blebbing, thus killing the cells.

2 Deaths Recorded in Multistate Listeria Outbreak

August 26, 2019

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Since 2017 there have been 24 cases of Listeria associated with the outbreak, with no source of infection identified thus far.

The Public Health Threat of Ice Cream Tampering

July 12, 2019

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Videos of individuals licking ice cream and placing these cartons back on freezer store shelves have gone viral, and this practice can pose public health risks.

Listeria Outbreak With Unknown Source Turns Deadly

April 25, 2019

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Health officials hypothesize that deli sliced meats and cheeses are responsible for the infections, yet a common source has not been identified at this time.

Recalls That Should Be On Your Radar— Week of November 25, 2018

December 01, 2018

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We’ve rounded up a list of important US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and US Department of Agriculture (USDA) recalls from this past week.

Ready-To-Eat Pork Products Are Suspected Source of Listeria Monocytogenes Outbreak

November 26, 2018

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Health officials are investigating an outbreak of Listeria monocytogenes in 4 states with a suspected link to ready-to-eat pork products.

Recalls You Should Be Aware Of—Week of October 28, 2018

November 03, 2018

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We’ve rounded up a list of important US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and US Department of Agriculture (USDA) recalls from this past week.

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