Recommendations on the risks from Coxiella burnetii in foodstuffs originating from sheep and goats

The Q-fever pathogen Coxiella (C.) burnetii is primarily transmitted from animals to humans by infected aerosol particles. As well as flu-like symptoms, a serious infection in humans can cause lung or liver infection or a combination of both. Because the bacteria can be released into the milk of infected animals, the consumption of milk and milk products may pose a risk to public health. Coxiella bacteria on hair and wool from amniotic fluid, urine and faeces can infect the meat during slaughter. This meat and edible products made from it could also pose a health risk when consumed. The Food a... Mehr ...