Detection of the same type of Campylobacter in several countries has challenged previous beliefs that it is associated with unrelated infections. Researchers reported the previously unrecognized circulation of a multidrug-resistant Campylobacter coli sequence type across Europe during 2018 to 2025. However, they said the lack of epidemiological data means
Plans to create Scottish-specific pathogen thresholds have been dropped, according to an update on foodborne illness in the country. Food Standards Scotland (FSS) said it would follow the approach set for the United Kingdom by the Food Standards Agency (FSA). It has been estimated that the burden for the
Campylobacter, Salmonella, and Listeria are the main contributors to the foodborne disease burden in Sweden, but many cases are not reported, according to a study. Researchers estimated the national foodborne burden from 2013 to 2022 and explored links to sources and climate factors. They identified over 1.2 million cases,
A study in New Zealand has provided an insight into Campylobacter contamination and antimicrobial resistance in fresh chicken. Campylobacter was detected in 50 percent of 24 samples. Among confirmed isolates, there were high levels of resistance to tetracycline and ciprofloxacin, while the majority were susceptible to erythromycin.
The number of outbreaks in Austria has stayed close to the same level in 2025 but they caused more illnesses than the year before, according to recently released statistics. In 2025, 33 foodborne outbreaks were reported, one fewer than in 2024. However, 354 people were sickened in them compared to
Campylobacter, Salmonella and E. coli infections went up in July
Industrial poultry farming has played a role in the spread of Campylobacter, according to researchers. Scientists from the Ineos Oxford Institute found that the chicken host environment may drive the evolution of strains that are more likely to cause human infections. Campylobacter is the most common bacterial cause
