A public health body has issued a warning to people that have eaten ready-to-eat smoked fish who may be at risk of listeria.
The Food Standards Agency said there is an 'ongoing listeria outbreak' which has been traced to ready-to-eat smoked fish. Listeria monocytogenes is a pathogenic bacteria that is generally found in decaying vegetation and animals but can also be found in moist environments, soil, and water.
People infected by the bacteria can experience a range of illnesses and symptoms. Mild symptoms may include fever, muscle aches, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhoea. However, more severe forms of infections can result in confusion, loss of balance, and convulsions while vulnerable groups may even be at risk of death due to the infection.
