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Watch Out for Vibrio in Galveston
Our Blog | September 27, 2024
An uptick in cases of Vibrio in Galveston prompt a Galveston County Health District public health alert. You may want to re-think eating fish caught off the docks of the Galveston sea wall and protect yourself from skin infections. Here’s… 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
Houston’s Turkey Leg Hut Ordered to Close Following Failed Health Inspection
Our Blog | September 26, 2024
The famous (or rather infamous) Turkey Leg Hut was ordered to close last week following a failed health inspection. Numerous violations “including conditions that pose an imminent threat to public health” were cited. Famous for their stuffed turkey legs, legal… read more
Heartbreak Continues Despite Boar’s Head Outbreak Slowing Down
Our Blog | September 26, 2024
Despite the Boar’s Head outbreak slowing down over the past month, more cases and additional deaths have been added with the most recent Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) update. Illness reports have started to decrease, a good sign… read more
Déjà vu? Could We See a Salmonella Cantaloupe Outbreak This Year?
Salmonella | September 26, 2024
Could we see a Salmonella cantaloupe outbreak this year? A recent cantaloupe recall notice is giving off some serious déjà vu. So, we did some digging. About this time of year, there have been several Salmonella outbreaks linked to cantaloupe…. read more
More Human Cases of Bird Flu from Cows Identified, Unknown Exposure
Our Blog,Raw Milk | September 25, 2024
More human cases of bird flu from cows have been reported. And the potential source has investigators scratching their heads. Previous sources have involved direct contact with infected cows. Primarily those working on dairy farms. This new development changes everything…. 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