Infections by which of the following microbes may be fatal in more than 20 percent of high risk individuals?

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Infections caused by Listeria can be fatal in more than 20 percent of high risk individuals, such as pregnant women, newborns, elderly and immunocompromised individuals. While infections caused by Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus aureus, and Clostridium perfringens can cause serious illness, they are generally not associated with such high mortality rates.

Infections by Which of the Following Microbes May Be Fatal