Sharing Milk but Not Messages: Campylobacteriosis Associated with Consumption of Raw Milk from a Cow-Share Program in Alaska, 2011

Castrodale, Louisa; Gerlach, Robert F.; Xavier, C. M.; Smith, Blair J.; Cooper, Michael P.; McLaughlin, Joe

doi:10.4315/0362-028x.jfp-12-329

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“…Several of the more notable campylobacteriosis outbreaks above have been described in detail elsewhere [3,4]. Of the 23 outbreaks reported to NORS: five (22%) were attributed to contaminated food, two to handling live poultry, and one each to unfiltered water, and person-to-person transmission; the source was undetermined for 14 (61%) of the outbreaks.…”

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“…Of the 23 outbreaks reported to NORS: five (22%) were attributed to contaminated food, two to handling live poultry, and one each to unfiltered water, and person-to-person transmission; the source was undetermined for 14 (61%) of the outbreaks. Several of the more notable campylobacteriosis outbreaks above have been described in detail elsewhere [3, 4]. The combined PFGE and epidemiological data proved to be critical for the early identification of two smouldering Campylobacter sp.…”

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“…The combined PFGE and epidemiological data proved to be critical for the early identification of two smouldering Campylobacter sp. outbreaks which were not previously identified because the common exposure source was not recognized before the PFGE match was identified [3, 4].…”

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Calling all Campy – how routine investigation and molecular characterization impacts the understanding of campylobacteriosis epidemiology – Alaska, United States, 2004–2013

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Unlike most jurisdictions in the United States, Alaska performs pulsed-field gel electrophoresis (PFGE) characterization of all Campylobacter sp. isolates at the state public health laboratory--a practice that started in 2002. Moreover, in order to ensure early detection and response to campylobacteriosis outbreaks, the Alaska Section of Epidemiology has investigated all incident Campylobacter sp. case reports since 2004. This report summarizes the public health impact of routine incident case investigations and molecular characterization of all Campylobacter sp. isolates. In sum, we found that these efforts have contributed to better characterization of the epidemiology of campylobacteriosis in Alaska, and facilitated more rapid outbreak detection, more public health investigations, and earlier public health interventions.

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“…Unpasteurized milk sourced from dairy cattle has also been implicated in a number of campylobacteriosis outbreaks (380)(381)(382). The number of outbreaks in the United States associated with unpasteurized milk increased from 30 in 2007 to 2009 to 51 in 2010 to 2012 (383).…”

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Global Epidemiology of Campylobacter Infection

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SUMMARY Campylobacter jejuni infection is one of the most widespread infectious diseases of the last century. The incidence and prevalence of campylobacteriosis have increased in both developed and developing countries over the last 10 years. The dramatic increase in North America, Europe, and Australia is alarming, and data from parts of Africa, Asia, and the Middle East indicate that campylobacteriosis is endemic in these areas, especially in children. In addition to C. jejuni , there is increasing recognition of the clinical importance of emerging Campylobacter species, including Campylobacter concisus and Campylobacter ureolyticus . Poultry is a major reservoir and source of transmission of campylobacteriosis to humans. Other risk factors include consumption of animal products and water, contact with animals, and international travel. Strategic implementation of multifaceted biocontrol measures to reduce the transmission of this group of pathogens is paramount for public health. Overall, campylobacteriosis is still one of the most important infectious diseases that is likely to challenge global health in the years to come. This review provides a comprehensive overview of the global epidemiology, transmission, and clinical relevance of Campylobacter infection.

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“…As Campylobacter is commonly found in the intestine of healthy cattle, it could easily contaminate the udder and milk. Raw milk is a well‐known vehicle for multiple pathogens, including Campylobacter 6 13–15 . To ensure acceptable microbiological quality, the milk should be analysed regularly for the presence of pathogens.…”

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Detection of Campylobacter species in different types of samples from dairy farms

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BackgroundLivestock, domestic pets and wildlife can be intestinal carriers of thermotolerant Campylobacter species. These reservoirs can in turn contaminate the environment and food products, thus creating pathways to campylobacteriosis in human beings. The purposes of this study were to investigate sampling strategies applied for surveillance of Campylobacter on dairy cattle farms and to identify the presence and species of Campylobacter in different age groups.MethodsBoot sock and faecal samples were collected from five dairy herds from three age groups—cows, heifers and calves younger than 12 months—and from milk filters.ResultsCampylobacter species were isolated in 152 of 250 samples, of which 93 isolates were identified as C jejuni, 51 as C hyointestinalis, two as C lari and one as C coli, whereas five isolates could not be identified to species level. Campylobacter species were isolated from 86 of 110 faecal samples, 60 of 97 sock samples and six of 43 milk filter samples.ConclusionFaecal samples were the optimal sample type for detection of Campylobacter on dairy farms. However, taking multiple types of samples could be recommended in order to optimise the recovery rate and variety of Campylobacter species detected when investigating the presence of Campylobacter on dairy farms.

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Sharing Milk but Not Messages: Campylobacteriosis Associated with Consumption of Raw Milk from a Cow-Share Program in Alaska, 2011

Cited by 10 publications

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Calling all Campy – how routine investigation and molecular characterization impacts the understanding of campylobacteriosis epidemiology – Alaska, United States, 2004–2013

Calling all Campy – how routine investigation and molecular characterization impacts the understanding of campylobacteriosis epidemiology – Alaska, United States, 2004–2013

Global Epidemiology of Campylobacter Infection

Detection of Campylobacter species in different types of samples from dairy farms

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