article_snippet: Listeria poisoning is a particular threat to mothers-to-be and has been associated with a higher risk of miscarriage.
article_snippet: Details were released by the Food Standards Agency, which said: 'Listeria monocytogenes is a bacterium that can cause food poisoning, particularly among key vulnerable groups, including pregnant women, unborn and newborn babies, those over 60 years old, and anyone with reduced immunity.'
article_snippet: Contaminated: Listeria poisoning is a particular threat to mothers-to-be and has been associated with a higher risk of miscarriage (file photo)
highlights_snippet: Food Standards Agency said Listeria affects 'vulnerable' groups like pregnant women and babies .