concept   listeria monocytogenes
culture   Western countries
statement   Listeria monocytogenes poses a risk in ready-to-eat foods and unpasteurized dairy, particularly for pregnant women and the elderly in Western countries.
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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 listeria Western countries Listeria in unpasteurized soft cheeses can lead to foodborne illness. 1
2 listeria Western countries Lack of awareness about listeria until pregnancy, when precautions are taken to avoid its consumption. 1
3 listeria monocytogenes Western countries L. monocytogenes contamination is a concern in ready-to-eat foods and unpasteurized dairy products. 1
4 listeria monocytogenes Western countries L. monocytogenes is a concern for pregnant women, elderly, and individuals with weakened immune systems due to its potential to cause severe illness and miscarriage. 1