February 2006

February 22, 2006
Charlotte Observer
Karen Garloch
Mecklenburg County health officials say a case of listeriosis diagnosed in a newborn infant born last week highlights the need to make sure foods are prepared properly with fresh ingredients.
A trace of the bacterium, listeria, was found in the bloodstream of a baby born prematurely and delivered by cesarian section Feb. 18. Doctors believe the bacteria were transferred from the mother during delivery. The child is being treated with antibiotics.Continue Reading Deadly bacteria found in blood

A state barbeque firm is recalling some pork barbeque due to possible listeria contamination.
Washington, DC — Griffin’s Barbeque of Williamston, Inc., a Williamston, NC, firm, is voluntarily recalling approximately 30 pounds of pork barbeque that may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, the US Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service announced today.
The product subject to recall is:
5-pound plastic tubs of “Griffin’s, Pork BAR-B-Q, UNSKINNED PORK WITH SAUCE.” Each package bears the establishment number “Est. 07404” inside the USDA mark of inspection and the sell by date, “04/10/06.”Continue Reading NC Firm Recalls Pork Barbeque For Possible Contamination

Nutrition and Animal Sciences researchers at CSU are conducting a study to learn more about Listeria, a microorganism that causes illness in humans. We are seeking rural families with children ages 14 and under who live on the premises with or without ruminant animals.
The study involves meeting in your house for 4 visits approximately…