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Norovirus at Quinnipiac University Sickens Ledges Dorm Students. Here’s What You Need to Know!

Norovirus,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | February 8, 2026

Reports of norovirus at Quinnipiac University Ledges dorm have been circulating. It is difficult to keep widespread “stomach bug” symptoms quiet on that scale. While the true number of sick individuals has not been disclosed, a significant number of students… read more

Suspected Norovirus Outbreak at The Residence at Paine Estate, Six Hospitalized

Norovirus,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | February 7, 2026

Wayland Police and Fire Departments were called to The Residence at Paine Estate earlier this week following reports of serious illness at the assisted living facility. Patients were experiencing symptoms consistent with norovirus, said a Wayland City press release. Norovirus… read more

Health Officials Investigate R Bar H Raw Milk, Nine People Sick, Including Two Hospitalized Children

Our Blog | February 6, 2026

R Bar H raw milk is at the center of an ongoing Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC) investigation in Ada County, Idaho. So far, at least nine people have fallen sick, including two children that have been hospitalized. The common… read more

Hepatitis A Outbreak in Cache and Box Elder County, Health Officials Search for Source

Hep A,Hepatitis A,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | February 4, 2026

Bear River Health Department (BRHD) is investigating a hepatitis A outbreak in Cache and Box Elder County. A recent uptick in these viral cases has prompted investigators to actively monitor the situation and notify the public of the trend while… read more

Raw Milk in New Mexico is at the Center of an Investigation Surrounding the Death of a Newborn

Listeria,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls,Raw Milk | February 4, 2026

A Public Health Awareness News Release warns consumers about raw milk in New Mexico following the death of a newborn earlier this week. According to the missive: “Health officials believe the most likely source of infection was unpasteurized milk the… read more

Bronson Medical Hospital Investigated for Legionnaires’ Disease After Patient Diagnosed with Deadly Illness

Legionella,Legionnaire's disease,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | February 4, 2026

A patient at Bronson Medical Hospital in Kalamazoo, Michigan has been diagnosed with Legionnaires’ disease after being treated at the facility. Bronson officials say that they are investigating the potential exposure with several medical officials to better understand the situation…. read more

Deadly Legionnaires’ Disease Outbreak in Ector County Claims Two Lives, Sickens at Least a Dozen

Legionella,Legionnaire's disease,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | February 2, 2026

At least twelve people have contracted the deadly waterborne illness, Legionnaires’ disease, in Ector County. Two people have died. The Make Food Safe Blog reported on a similar uptick in Legionnaires’ disease cases last Summer. Could these outbreaks be related?… read more

Two Residents from Cherokee Apartments in Yorkville Test Positive for Legionnaires’ Disease

Legionella,Legionnaire's disease,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | February 2, 2026

So far, two residents from the Cherokee Apartments, located in Yorkville, New York, have tested positive for Legionnaires’ disease. When more than one case is reported in an area within a 12-month period, it prompts an investigation. Why does NYC… read more

Legionnaires’ Disease Outbreak Linked to the Village at Cedar Hill! Vermont Health Department Investigates!

Legionella,Legionnaire's disease,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | February 2, 2026

The Vermont Health Department is investigating the Village at Cedar Hill. A long-term care facility located in Windsor. Several patients have been diagnosed with a serious, sometimes fatal lung infection called Legionnaires’ disease. This illness, unlike other contagious respiratory illnesses,… read more

At Least One Resident at Shapiro Developmental Center Sick with Legionnaires’ Disease

Legionella,Legionnaire's disease,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | January 31, 2026

At least one resident at Shapiro Developmental Center has fallen sick with a deadly pneumonia-like illness known as Legionnaires’ disease. Why is one confirmed illness at a health care facility a big issue? This lung infection is often caused by… read more