Animals contaminate vegetables indirectly by the use of manure-based fertilizers. Post-processing contamination may also occur with improper food handling, particularly with soft cheeses and cold cuts at the deli counter. FDA data from 1993-99 indicates that hot dogs and luncheon meats are two products of particular concern as vehicles for foodborne Listeria monocytogenes . The agency is proposing various rule-making changes to increase safety standards for processed foods, and to increase microbiological testing before the products reach consumers. Also wash cutting boards, dishes, and utensils.
Listeria infections are reportable in the State of Idaho.
Any confirmed or suspected case should be reported to the local health district or state health department within 7 days of suspicion. Public health investigators seek to determine the source of infection for every suspected or confirmed case of listeriosis. New Report Emphasizes Prevention of Child Deaths in Idaho Motor vehicle accidents were the most common cause of preventable child death in Idaho in 1997. That's one conclusion of a new report by the Idaho Child Mortality Review Team, which was established in 1998 by then-Governor Phil Batt. The report outlines the major causes of death among Idaho's children in 1997, and makes recommendations on ways in which future deaths might be prevented.