Toxoplasma gondii and Listeria monocytogenes are among the most important food-borne infections that pose a risk and can lead to serious illnesses in the foetus or newborn.

Which foods should be avoided during pregnancy and which hygiene rules should be observed can be found in the brochure Pregnancy - food-borne infections and in the document "Recommendations for avoiding foodborne infections during pregnancy".

Recommendation for avoiding foodborne infections during pregnancy