But the disease can be fatal to unborn babies, newborns and people with weakened immune systems Prompt antibiotic treatment can help curb the effects of listeria infection Listeria bacteria can survive refrigeration and even freezing. Listeria is a genus of bacteria that acts as an intracellular parasite in mammals As of 2024, 28 species have been identified [1][2][3] the genus is named in honour of the british pioneer of sterile surgery joseph lister
Learn about the harmful germ listeria, the illnesses it can cause, and ways to prevent infection. For many people, a listeria infection causes mild symptoms like a fever, headache, diarrhea or vomiting Listeria is a foodborne bacterial infection that causes fever, muscle aches, and vomiting Pregnant people, older adults, and newborns have higher risks. Listeria monocytogenes are widely distributed in nature They can be found in soil, water, vegetation and the faeces of some animals and can contaminate foods
A listeria infection is also called listeriosis Most people develop listeriosis from eating contaminated foods Food poisoning from listeria can be dangerous, or even deadly. A possible source of the illness Listeria, one of the causes of food poisoning It’s triggered by listeria bacteria that can live in soil, water, dust, animal poop, and other substances
Eating food contaminated with listeria monocytogenes may lead to an infection called listeriosis
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