A recent outbreak has prompted Alberta Health, Alberta Health Services, and Alberta Precision Laboratories to develop clinical guidance for those exposed.
An outbreak of Listeria that is linked to various Silk® and Great Value plant-based refrigerated beverages has been declared at a national level by the Public Health Agency of Canada. On July 26, 2024, Alberta was confirmed to have a case matching the cluster. In total, there are 18 cases across Canada: AB (1), ON (12), QC (4) and NS (1). There have been 13 hospitalizations and 2 deaths.
Alberta Health, Alberta Health Services, and Alberta Precision Laboratories have developed some clinical guidance for those exposed to contaminated or recalled product.
