The Montana State lab is performing genomic sequencing of test samples and has notified CCHD that it expects results on Friday 11/15. These results would determine whether the Great Falls cases are linked to a multistate outbreak but will not confirm a specific food source.
At this time, ten cases have been confirmed. Nine of
Salinas, CA, October 18, 2024 (For Distribution) – Church Brothers, LLC (“Church Brothers Farms”) is voluntarily recalling 1271 cases of green onions because of the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems.
The FDA and CDC are assisting state and local partners from the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture Trade and Consumer Protection and Wisconsin Department of Health Services in an investigation of Salmonella Enteritidis infections linked to eggs supplied by Milo’s Poultry Farms, LLC of Bonduel, Wisconsin (WI).
As of September 6, 2024, a total of 65
Salmonella is indeed a significant cause of foodborne illness worldwide and can be deadly, especially in certain vulnerable populations. Here are some key points regarding its severity:
Symptoms: Infection with Salmonella, known as salmonellosis, usually presents with diarrhea, fever, abdominal cramps, and vomiting. Symptoms typically begin 6 hours to 6 days after infection and can
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.
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
Salmonella outbreaks caused by restaurant employees are not extremely common, but they do occur and can be significant when they happen. Several factors contribute to outbreaks linked to restaurant settings:
1. Improper Food Handling: Employees who do not follow proper food handling practices can inadvertently contaminate food. This includes inadequate handwashing, cross-contamination between raw and
We filed the first lawsuit on behalf of two victims hospitalized due to sepsis and kidney failure.
According to news reports, more than 30 cases of Salmonella have now been confirmed in connection to consuming food from Madre’s Oaxacan Restaurant, with the Los Angeles County Health Department finding the restaurant violated several health standards.
According to news reports, more than 30 cases of Salmonella have now been confirmed in connection to consuming food from Madre’s Oaxacan Restaurant, with the Los Angeles County Health Department finding the restaurant violated several health standards.
On Tuesday, The Department of Public Health, Environmental Health Division confirmed that 31 salmonella cases have now been