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Rockwood Summit Ecoli Outbreak
E. coli,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | November 15, 2024
The St. Louis Department of Health have announced an outbreak of Ecoli illnesses linked to not one but two catered events on behalf of Rockwood Summit High School. Here is everything we know about this Rockwood Summit Ecoli Outbreak: Rockwood… read more
King County Announces Norovirus Outbreak at Kirkland McDonald’s is Over
Norovirus,Outbreaks & Recalls | November 15, 2024
Seattle’s King County announces norovirus outbreak at Kirkland McDonald’s is over. I’ll take a cheeseburger and a side of norovirus. Said no one. Ever! But that could be what happened for some patrons at a certain Kirkland, Washington McDonald’s restaurant…. read more
Local Hospital System Reports Recent Uptick of Salmonella in Fort Worth Children
Outbreaks & Recalls,Salmonella | November 7, 2024
A recent uptick of Salmonella in Fort Worth pediatric patients has a local hospital system concerned. A press release warning parents that “various Cook Children’s locations are experiencing a spike in cases of Salmonella” was published on November 4, 2024…. read more
Food Poisoning in Jessup Maryland Prompts “Mini Disaster Alert” at Local Hospitals
Outbreaks & Recalls | November 1, 2024
What started out as a fun company function led to gastrointestinal disaster when food poisoning in Jessup Maryland prompted a “mini disaster alert” at local hospitals. At least forty-six patients were transported to the hospital with food poisoning symptoms. What… read more
McDonald’s Quarter Pounder Beef Not Linked to E. coli Outbreak
E. coli,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | October 28, 2024
After a major scare with the infamous McDonald’s Quarter Pounder and a recent outbreak of E. coli it has been confirmed that it was indeed not the beef that caused the outbreak, but instead the slivered onions. In a recently… read more
McDonalds E. coli Outbreak, 49 Sick and 1 Death
E. coli,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | October 22, 2024
Today a new outbreak has been announced by the CDC linked to the ever-popular fast food chain, McDonalds. So far, 49 people are sick in 10 states, and one person has died. Here is everything we know about this McDonalds… read more
What to Do During a Shigella Outbreak
Outbreaks & Recalls,Shigella | October 16, 2024
Those in areas with an active outbreak may be wondering what to do during a Shigella outbreak as the number of illnesses rise. Understanding what the symptoms are so that you can respond right away can help prevent additional infections… read more
Legionnaires’ Disease in Co-Op City Sickens At Least Two, Likely More.
Legionella,Legionnaire's disease,Outbreaks & Recalls | October 16, 2024
At least two cases of Legionnaires’ disease in Co-Op City have been reported. But there are likely more. This serious pneumonia infection is likely related to a cooling tower contaminated with the bacterial pathogen, Legionella. A sign that city and… read more
Legionnaires’ Disease at Evanston YMCA Sickens at Least Two, Possibly More
Legionnaire's disease,Outbreaks & Recalls | October 16, 2024
The Evanston Health and Human Services Department is currently investigating two cases of Legionnaires’ disease at Evanston YMCA but more cases are likely. The serious pnuemonial illness was linked to the facility’s hot water supply. Evanston YMCA remains closed during… read more
Huge Chicken Recall Involves Nearly 10 Million Pounds of Ready-to-Eat Poultry Products
Listeria,Outbreaks & Recalls | October 15, 2024
BrucePac announces huge chicken recall involving nearly 10 million pounds of ready-to-eat meat and poultry products due to possible Listeria contamination. This recall was announced by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) on October 9, 2024. Certain HEB brand… read more