2005 Outbreak of Listeriosis at a Private Home, Texas

A confirmed outbreak of Listeria monocytogenes was associated with eating unpasteurized, raw milk, queso fresco cheese in a private home in Texas.

Overview

Outbreak began:June 2005
Affected country:US
States/territories:TX
Pathogen:Listeria monocytogenes
Vehicle(s):Queso Fresco
Location(s):Private Home
Molecular test results:Not reported

Health impact

Total ill:12
Number hospitalized:12

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