County health officials in Los Angeles say the number of patients in a Salmonella outbreak traced to a Mexican restaurant in Valencia continues to increase.
According to the Los Angeles County Public Health Department, 45 people have been confirmed in the outbreak as of Oct. 2. That is up from 31 cases reported on Sept.
The Connecticut Department of Agriculture (CT DoAg) has issued a stop sale and recall of bottled raw milk from Nature View Dairy in Bridgewater, CT. This action follows confirmation by the Connecticut Department of Public Health (DPH) of two human cases of Campylobacter illness which were related to the consumption of bottled raw milk.
The St. Clair County Health Department is investigating the cause of a cluster of gastrointestinal illnesses primarily among customers of the LongHorn Steakhouse located at 6115 North Illinois Street, Fairview Heights, Illinois, impacting individuals residing in multiple jurisdictions.
It has been determined that some of the illnesses were caused by Shigellosis, an infectious disease caused
BrucePac, a Durant, Okla. establishment, is recalling approximately 9,986,245 pounds of ready-to-eat (RTE) meat and poultry products that may be adulterated with Listeria monocytogenes, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.
The ready-to-eat meat and poultry items were produced from June 19, 2024, to October 8, 2024. These products
Escherichia coli O157:H7 (often referred to simply as E. coli O157:H7) and hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) can be particularly alarming for parents due to the severity and potential outcomes of infections associated with them. Here’s why they are considered a serious concern:
E. coli O157:H7 is a strain of the bacterium E. coli that produces
Liverwurst is a type of sausage made from liver and other meats, along with spices. It’s popular in various cuisines, particularly in German-speaking countries. Liverwurst can be spreadable or sliceable, depending on its formulation.
Liverwurst, along with other ready-to-eat deli meats and pâtés, is prone to contamination by Listeria monocytogenes, the bacterium that causes listeriosis
Salmonella poses a heightened risk for individuals over 65 years of age due to several key factors:
As people age, their immune systems naturally weaken, making them more vulnerable to infections, including those caused by Salmonella. The body’s ability to fight off harmful bacteria diminishes, increasing the chances of severe infection.
Older adults are more
Listeria, specifically the bacterium Listeria monocytogenes, poses a significant risk to pregnant women due to several factors:
During pregnancy, a woman’s immune system undergoes changes to support the fetus, making her more susceptible to infections like listeriosis. This altered immune response means that even a small amount of bacteria that might not impact others can
Shigella is a type of bacteria that causes an infectious disease called shigellosis, which is most known for causing diarrhea and other gastrointestinal symptoms. As a parent, it’s important to be informed about shigella to protect your family, especially young children, who are more susceptible. Here’s what you need to know:
Shigella is highly contagious
Jack and the Green Sprouts, Inc. of River Falls, WI is recalling its 5 ounce packages of Alfalfa and Alfalfa Onion sprouts because they have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened