Sudden Increases in Listeriosis Rates in England and Wales, 2001 and 2003

摘要

The monthly incidence of listeriosis infections in Eng-land and Wales had 2 sudden increases during April 2001 (41%) and March 2003 (48%). Although no causative asso-ciation is demonstrated, these increases correspond to key dates relating to the onset and aftermath of the 2001 foot and mouth disease outbreak in the United Kingdom