Listeria's long incubation period in the gut or even in the fridge means the threat is potentially sticking around longer than in other food-related outbreaks. So its more important than ever to be vigilant about what's in the fridge

Listeria monocytogenes is a “hardy” bacterium that is resistant to extreme hot and cold. This bacterium is pathogenic – meaning that it is infectious to humans, causing the illness listeriosis. Listeria is found in soil, water and the intestines of

Listeria is prevalent in the environment, but it sickens far fewer people than other food-borne pathogens such as salmonella, said Keith Schneider, an associate professor of food science and human nutrition at UF. Consumers

The news that at least 13 people have died and 72 have gotten sick from eating listeria-tainted cantaloupe tied to a Colorado farm — and the likelihood that more illnesses are on the way — can be scary stuff to consumers. As we noted last week,

With an outbreak of sickness linked to bacteria-tainted cantaloupe now reported in more than a dozen states, here's a quick backgrounder on listeria monocytogenes. What is it? Listeria monocytogenes is a “hardy” bacterium