What is listeriosis, and how can I protect myself?
January 12, 2015 —
A recent outbreak of listeria monocytogenes (a bacteria that can develop into a serious disease) has once again brought the safety of the North American food supply into question. The outbreak has been connected to a particular brand of pre-packaged caramel apples made in the United States. Dozens of people in the U.S. and two Canadians (including one in Manitoba) have been diagnosed with listeriosis in this recent outbreak.
So what is Listeria monocytogenes? And how can we protect ourselves from this food-borne illness? Rick Holley, professor in the department of food science, Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences, explains in the video below.