Eleven cases of Listeria infection, including one death and a premature delivery, have been reported across seven states, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) revealed Monday. The outbreak has been linked to the consumption of peaches, plums and nectarines.
Listeria is a serious infection caused by the bacterium Listeria monocytogenes that spreads through contaminated food. The symptoms vary depending on the person infected and the affected body part. Pregnant women infected with Listeria may exhibit symptoms such as fever, muscle aches and fatigue. People may also experience headaches, a stiff neck, confusion, seizures, and loss of balance.
