The department said listeriosis has been found in five adults over 60 years old.
All five had compromised immune systems, three of the people died, and the other two are hospitalized. Two women and three men were infected.The people became ill between Feb. 2 and June 30.
The department said listeria bacteria can spread from contaminated food to surfaces and can grow on foods kept in the fridge for several days. The bacteria are killed by heating food to a high temperature, around 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Healthy, non-pregnant people may experience only short-term symptoms such as fever, muscle aches, nausea, abdominal pain, and diarrhea.Who have weakened immune systems.The department said symptoms usually start within two weeks of eating contaminated food. People who are not pregnant usually have a fever, muscle aches, and tiredness. They might also get a headache, stiff neck, confusion, loss of balance, or seizures.
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