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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
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
Recent Uptick of Legionnaires’ Disease in Lee County
Legionella,Legionnaire's disease,Our Blog | September 23, 2024
Legionnaires’ disease in Lee County has shown a steady incline over the past ten years. Some years have shown a dramatic increase, while others return from the outlier to the upward trend. However, over the past three years, a significant… read more
Food Poisoning Outbreak at Madre Oaxacan Restaurant & Mezcaleria Sickens at Least 4, Likely More!
Outbreaks & Recalls,Salmonella | September 23, 2024
A food poisoning outbreak at Madre Oaxacan Restaurant & Mezcaleria has sickened at least four people in Santa Clarita, with many others reporting symptoms. L.A. County Department of Public Health ordered the restaurant to close temporarily. With so many people… read more
Legionnaires’ Disease in Gaston County Has Investigators Searching for a Source
Legionella,Legionnaire's disease,Outbreaks & Recalls | September 23, 2024
A cluster of patients with Legionnaires’ disease in Gaston County has prompted a Public Health investigation. The source remains elusive. Gaston County Public Health has not yet been able to determine the source of the illnesses. Here’s what we know… read more