Listeria infections remained steady and seven outbreaks were investigated by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) in 2024.
There were 179 cases of listeriosis reported in England and Wales in 2024, compared to 177 in 2023.
The latest data show that while Listeria can infect people of all ages, it
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An investigation into related Salmonella infections in the United Kingdom has revealed multiple vehicles and pathways of infection.
Following an outbreak of Salmonella Typhimurium in Wales in 2021, which was associated with sheep meat and lamb liver being consumed raw, other genetically related cases were found across the UK. The
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Data from the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) shows Listeria infections rose slightly in 2023 and seven outbreaks were investigated.
In 2023, 177 listeriosis cases were reported in England and Wales compared to 167 in 2022. This is the highest level since 180 infections were noted in 2016.
For non-pregnancy-associated
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A study has found more than seven in 10 household refrigerators tested in Wales were operating at higher than the suggested safe temperature.
Food safety experts at the ZERO2FIVE Food and Drink Research Unit at Cardiff Metropolitan University conducted the research.
Findings revealed that 71 percent of fridges exceeded the
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Listeria cases rose in 2022, with infections linked to 33 deaths in England and Wales.
In 2022, 167 cases of listeriosis were reported. This is up from 160 cases in 2021. A total of 33 people died, and 18 had listeriosis recorded as a cause of death on the death
Continue Reading A new report says Listeria infections are up in 2022, with four outbreaks recorded.
An unnamed egg producer has been fined in Wales for not following Salmonella testing rules.
In September 2023, a case was brought by the Welsh Government against an egg company for non-compliance with Salmonella testing legislation for laying hens.
Not following these requirements is a criminal offence under the Eggs
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Researchers have looked into possible reasons for Scotland recording more E. coli O157 infections than England and Wales.
Based on yearly reports from public health agencies, the rate of clinical E. coli O157 infection is higher in Scotland.
Results from national cattle surveys in Scotland, England, and Wales in 2014 and 2015
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The number of Listeria infections went up in 2021 in England and Wales, according to the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA).
A total of 160 cases of listeriosis were reported in England and Wales compared to 124 infections in 2020.
National surveillance in England and Wales is coordinated by the
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Two importers who failed to translate food allergen declarations into English have been fined in New Zealand.
Tokyo Food Company was sentenced on two charges under the Food Act, and Japan Mart 2014 Company was hit with one charge under the same law. Both firms pleaded guilty.
Tokyo Food Company
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Scientists from a food research center in Wales are handing out fridge thermometers as part of a food safety research project.
Researchers from the ZERO2FIVE Food Industry Centre at Cardiff Metropolitan University will be giving out thermometers during the Amgueddfa Cymru Food Festival in Cardiff on Sept. 9.
As part of the
Continue Reading Thermometer handout encourages people to check for safe temperatures