Listeriosis | Listeria Infection | Foodborne Illness
Listeriosis is generally a foodborne illness which can be caused by the bacteria called L. monocytogenes. Particularly pregnant ladies and lower immune systems people are at high risk for getting a severe infection. Antibiotics are an important treatment method for this infection. You can prevent listeria infection by thoroughly washing your foods and cooking your foods. It is very rare for healthy people to become ill from listeria infection, but this infection can be fatal for unborn babies,newborns and people with low immune systems. Immediate and proper antibiotic treatment will help to cure the effects of listeria infection. Listeria bacteria can live in the refrigerator and also in the freezer. So, people who are at greater risk of getting infections should avoid eating the foods which are containing listeria bacteria. Causes Usually, L monocytogenes bacteria are found in wild animals, domestic animals and also in soil and water. These bacteria cause many animals to become s...