Listeriosis health alert

A national investigation into an outbreak of listeriosis has linked at least 18 cases of illness to a soft cheese manufacturer, Jindi Cheese Pty Ltd, including at least six cases from New South Wales. The links below provide information about listeriosis and about which products have been recalled as part of the outbreak.

NSW Health media releases

• NSW Health reminds public to be vigilant with 10 NSW cases linked to Victorian cheese recall [11 February 2013]
• Listeriosis update - warning to check your fridge [25 January 2013]
• Further cases of Listeria identified [18 January 2013]

NSW Health fact sheet

Listeriosis

What foods to avoid

NSW Food Authority - Low immunity

Listeria outbreak information for health professionals

Listeria outbreak information for clinicians [18 January 2013]