UKHSA | National outbreak of Listeria monocytogenes

UKHSA has issued a Briefing Note (NHSmail required) to inform health and social care professionals of a national outbreak of Listeria monocytogenes serotype. They are investigating a cluster of five cases, all have underlying/ immunocompromising health conditions and were hospitalised, three have died. LM has been detected in two food isolates which match the clinical isolates: a chocolate and vanilla mousse and a strawberry and vanilla mousse.

People who may have consumed Cool Delight Desserts products in healthcare settings, including retail outlets, and report being unwell should seek advice from their local healthcare services.

UKHSA recommend to stop serving Cool Delight Desserts at NHS Trusts, independent sector healthcare providers, social care providers (e.g. care homes), and any settings where care is provided to immunocompromised individuals, while the outbreak investigation is ongoing. The products can be quarantined until the investigation has concluded’.

Read the FSA advice re outbreak here

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