- Two people in Canada have died from listeria infections after consuming Silk and Great Value milk alternatives.
- A total of ten people were sickened in the outbreak, with nine hospitalized, most cases being in Ontario.
- Health Canada issued a recall for 18 milk alternatives due to listeria contamination fears, almost all made by Silk.
- Listeria contamination can happen due to contaminated water, employees with bacteria on their clothes, or contaminated nuts used in production.
- Symptoms of listeria infection include nausea, cramps, diarrhea, and constipation, and can be severe, particularly for those with weakened immune systems or over 60 years old.
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Public Health & Prevention, Infectious Diseases