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 |
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| 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 |
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