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
Affected country:US
Pathogen:Listeria monocytogenes
Vehicle(s):Dairy
Location(s):Unknown
Molecular test results:Not reported

Health impact

Total ill:3
Number hospitalized:2

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