Listeriosis -- South Africa
More than 30 people have died following an outbreak of listeriosis.
Health Minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi announced on [Tue 5 Dec 2017] morning that while listeriosis is a serious disease, it is a disease which can be treated with antibiotics.
The bacteria are found in soil, water and vegetation. Motsoaledi said people who are most vulnerable include the elderly, children, newborns or those who are ill.
Approximately 557 cases have been reported, with the majority coming from Gauteng
Read more about it at HealthMap Global Disease Alerts via http://bit.ly/2iZ2zpz
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