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What to Do if You Suspect a Norovirus Outbreak

Norovirus | September 29, 2023

Suspecting a norovirus outbreak is a serious matter, and taking immediate action is important. By following these steps and seeking legal guidance when necessary, you can protect the rights and well-being of yourself and others affected. Immediate Response Report the… read more

Multistate Salmonella Outbreak in Backyard Poultry

Our Blog | September 25, 2023

As a small homesteader, we have 7 laying hens. It is perfect for our family’s needs (most of the year). While they are not “pets” in the exact sense of the word, they are fun to watch and take care… read more

Donated Organs Cause Legionnaires’ Disease?

Legionella,Legionnaire's disease,Our Blog | September 25, 2023

A study of the first reported cases of transplant patients likely contracting Legionnaires’ disease from donor organs was published in a weekly Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) report. Two patients receiving lungs from the same donor fell ill… read more

Huntley High School E. coli Outbreak

Our Blog | September 24, 2023

A press release from McHenry County Department of Health on September 21, 2023, confirms an E. coli outbreak at Huntley High School, a grade 9-12 school with over 3000 students in Huntley Community School District 158. So far there have… read more

Tacos El Guero Outbreak in Kirkland

Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | September 24, 2023

So far 34 people have reported falling ill after eating at a private event on September 14, 2023 that was catered by the a Tacos El Guero food truck. This Tacos El Guero Bacterial Toxin Outbreak is linked to the… read more

Pine Knob Music Hep A Outbreak

Hep A,Hepatitis A,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | September 24, 2023

Oakland County Health Division is reporting a suspected case of hepatitis A associated with the Ivy Lounge at Pine Knob Music Theatre in Clarkston. Potentially thousands of concertgoers and workers at Pine Knob Music Theatre in Clarkston may have been… read more

Salmonella Hits Nebraska Wedding

Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls,Salmonella | September 23, 2023

Wedding guests in Nebraska got more than favors when they left a wedding recently.  Here’s what we know about this Salmonella Nebraska Wedding: Health Department on Salmonella Nebraska Wedding The Two Rivers Public Health Department and Nebraska Department of Health… read more

LittleOak Brand Infant Formula Recall

Our Blog | September 19, 2023

The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued an alert to parents and caregivers of infants who consume infant formula of a voluntary recall for LittleOak infant formula sold online because it is being sold in the United States… read more

Carnicería Guanajuato Brote de Salmonella

Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | September 18, 2023

Los funcionarios de salud de Chicago están investigando un brote emergente de Salmonella vinculado a una taquería local en el vecindario de Avondale que se ha relacionado con al menos 20 enfermedades hasta el momento, y 10 casos reportados requirieron… read more

Carnicería Guanajuato Salmonella Outbreak

Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls,Salmonella | September 17, 2023

Chicago health officials are investigating an emerging Salmonella outbreak linked to a local taqueria in the Avondale neighborhood that has been linked to at least 20 illnesses so far, with 10 reported cases requiring hospitalization. Here is everything we know… read more