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Listeria Found in Camembert Cheese Prompts Recall in Israel

An imported Camembert cheese has been recalled in Israel due to the presence of Listeria monocytogenes. The bacterium poses a significant risk, especially to pregnant women, the elderly, and immunocompromised individuals, due to its ability to survive refrigeration and its long incubation period.

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What happened

01Imported Camembert cheese recalled in Israel due to Listeria contamination.
02Listeria is a dangerous foodborne illness with high mortality and hospitalization rates.
03High-risk groups include pregnant women, elderly, and immunocompromised individuals.
04Symptoms can appear weeks after consumption due to a long incubation period.
05Consumers are urged to return the product and seek medical advice if symptoms appear.

Consumers are advised to return the product and monitor for flu-like symptoms.