According to a report published on our sister Caxton website, Review, listeriosis is a serious, but treatable and preventable disease caused by the bacterium, listeria monocytogenes.
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The bacteria is prevalent in nature and can be found in soil, water and vegetation. Animal products and fresh produce such as fruits and vegetables can be contaminated from these sources.
Although anyone can get listeriosis, those at high risk of developing severe disease include newborns, the elderly, pregnant women, persons with weak immunity such as HIV, diabetes, cancer, chronic liver or kidney disease.
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