Outbreaks & Recalls

LongHorn Steakhouse Remains Closed Amid Shigella Outbreak

Outbreaks & Recalls,Shigella | October 6, 2024

A Metro East restaurant, LongHorn Steakhouse remains closed following Shigella illnesses and hospitalizations linked to the establishment. While the restaurant was rumored to open shortly after the investigation, LongHorn Steakhouse remains closed for the foreseeable future. Here’s what we know… read more

Congress Writes Letter to USDA Wanting Answers About Boar’s Head Listeria Outbreak

Food Policy,Food Safety,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | October 4, 2024

Members of Congress wrote a letter to USDA expressing concern over the agency’s response to the Boar’s Head Listeria outbreak. And they want answers. The general public does too. Because based on the questions asked, there were so many ways… read more

Food Poisoning at Blue Star Café & Pub Linked to Fried Sliced Potatoes

Outbreaks & Recalls | October 3, 2024

TKing County Public Health recently investigated a food poisoning at Blue Star Café & Pub outbreak. Two people became sick after eating at the restaurant. Fried sliced potatoes are the likely source. However, once the outbreak prompted an investigation, several… read more

5 Sick with Food Poisoning at Fuji Sushi in Seattle So Far

Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | October 3, 2024

King County Public Health is investigating a food poisoning at Fuji Sushi outbreak. A kitchen inspection revealed violations to public health so significant that they were ordered to close until issues were resolved and a reinspection was performed. This is… read more

Longhorn Steakhouse Shigella Outbreak

Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls,Shigella | October 2, 2024

In today’s press reports, the St. Clair County Health Department is investigating the cause of a cluster of gastrointestinal illnesses among customers who dined at the LongHorn Steakhouse in Fairview Heights. Here is everything we know about this Longhorn Steakhouse… read more

Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Eggs Sickens 65 So Far

Outbreaks & Recalls,Salmonella | September 27, 2024

A Salmonella outbreak linked to eggs from Milo’s Poultry Farms, LLC has been associated with 65 illnesses so far. At least 24 experienced illnesses so severe they required hospitalization. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Centers for Disease… read more

Boar’s Head Facility Closes After Largest Listeriosis Outbreak Since 2011

Listeria,Outbreaks & Recalls | September 24, 2024

The Boar’s Head facility closes amid the largest listeriosis outbreak since 2011. The Jarratt, Virginia Facility permanently closed its doors this month and has discontinued the liverwurst product that appeared to be source of the outbreak. But liverwurst was not… read more

Legionnaires’ Disease at Pleasant Ridge Manor Prompts Response

Legionella,Legionnaire's disease,Outbreaks & Recalls | September 23, 2024

Erie County Department of Health notified a local long-term care facility of Legionnaires’ disease at Pleasant Ridge Manor after a former patient became sick. The announcement prompted a response to this diagnosis. Legionnaires’ Disease at Pleasant Ridge Manor Pleasant Ridge… read more

4 Deaths So Far in Outbreak of Legionnaires’ Disease at Peregrine Senior Living Facility

Legionella,Legionnaire's disease,Outbreaks & Recalls | September 23, 2024

So far there have been four deaths connected to an outbreak of Legionnaires’ disease at Peregrine Senior Living at Shaker. Several other illnesses are being evaluated. According to reports, this outbreak is likely one of the most deadly reported outbreaks… read more

7 Sick So Far in Norovirus Outbreak at Stoneburner Restaurant! Sick Employees to Blame?

Norovirus,Outbreaks & Recalls | September 23, 2024

Public Health Seattle & King County are investigating a norovirus outbreak at Stoneburner Restaurant potentially linked to sick employees. Norovirus is a highly contagious diarrheal illness easily spread from food workers to restaurant patrons. From there it can make its… read more