2011 Outbreak of Listeriosis Linked to Clic brand Cheese or Butter, Canada

One person became ill due to infection with Listeria monocytogenes after eating a Clic brand cheese, or butter, in Canada. A recall for Clic dairy products was issued on November 11. However, during a review of the company’s voluntary recall it was discovered that several products had been missed. The recall was expanded on December 13 to include other cheeses produced by Clic.

Overview

Outbreak began:November 2011
Affected country:Canada
Pathogen:Listeria monocytogenes
Vehicle(s):Dairy
Location(s):Retail
Brand name(s):Clic, Desi Butter, Moujadal Cheese, Rivera Cheese, Tresse Cheese, Vachekaval Cheese
Molecular test results:Not reported

Health impact

Total ill:1

Sources & documents

Recall notices