Rare Brucellosis Case Highlights Food Safety Risks

A rare case of Brucellosis caused by B. suis, a bacteria typically found in pigs, has been reported in the US. The patient, not a hunter, consumed wild boar meat gifted by a local hunter in 2017, handling raw meat and blood directly. While Brucella species have been removed from the select agents list to facilitate research and vaccine development, this case underscores the dangers of consuming undercooked wild game and the importance of food safety.