2021 Multistate Outbreak of Listeriosis Associated with Dairy Products
In December 2021, public health officials investigated a multistate outbreak of Listeria monocytogenes infections associated with consumption of ice cream and/or yogurt. Three people were ill. Two people were hospitalized. No one died.
The setting was reported as "unknown."
Overview
| Outbreak began: | December 2021 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| Pathogen: | Listeria monocytogenes |
| Vehicle(s): | Dairy |
| Location(s): | Unknown |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 3 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 2 |
Sources & documents
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