Eight hospitals have reported cases of listeria linked to sandwiches and salads eaten by patients.
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Eight hospitals in seven NHS Trusts have reported cases of listeria linked to pre-packed sandwiches and salads eaten by patients, Health Secretary Matt Hancock has confirmed. The list includes Leicester Royal Infirmary and two hospitals in Western Sussex NHS Foundation Trust, along with hospitals in Derby, Liverpool, Manchester and Wexham.
Public Health England says the health risk to the public remains low, and individuals should only seek medical attention if they develop symptoms.Normally, the symptoms are mild - a high temperature, chills, feeling sick - and go away on their own after a few days But in this outbreak, the cases occurred in people who were already seriously ill in hospital, and they are most at risk of severe infection.Related Topics
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