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At Risk Populations
Listeriosis, an infection caused by Listeria, can pose major risks for certain populations. Namely, pregnant women, older adults, and individuals with weakened immune systems are at greater risk.
Pregnant Women
Pregnant women are approximately 20 times more likely than other healthy adults to get listeriosis. In pregnant women, it is typically a mild, flu-like illness. In the child, listeriosis can lead to miscarriage, stillbirth, or life-long health problems
Food Safety for Pregnant Women
A need-to-know guide for expectant mothers
FAQs for Pregnant Women About Listeriosis
(FDA) Common Questions & Answers from pregnant women about Listeriosis
Older Adults
As adults age, it is normal for their bodies not to work as well as they did when they were younger. Changes in their organs and body systems are expected as they grow older. These changes often make them more susceptible to contracting a foodborne illness such as Listeriosis.
Food Safety for Older Adults
A need-to-know guide for those 65 years of age and older
Other at Risk Populations
A properly functioning immune system works to clear infection and other foreign agents from the body. However, certain conditions including cancer and its treatments, diabetes, HIV/AIDS, and organ or bone marrow transplants can weaken the immune system – making the body more susceptible to many types of infections, including foodborne illness such as Listeriosis.
Food Safety for People with Cancer
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A need-to-know guide for those who have been diagnosed with cancer
Food Safety for People with Diabetes
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A need-to-know guide for those who have been diagnosed with diabetes
Food Safety for People with HIV/AIDS
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A need-to-know guide for those who have been diagnosed with HIV/AIDS
Food Safety for Transplant Recipients
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A need-to-know guide for bone marrow and solid organ transplant recipients