The CDC reports: Shigellosis is a nationally notifiable diarrheal illness caused by gram-negative bacteria. Shigella infection is spread through fecal-oral transmission and sexual contact. Although most infections are self-limited, antibiotics are indicated for severe illness or to reduce transmission in settings with high risk for spread. Since 2015, a growing proportion of cases has been caused by […]
I had a long chat – some would say therapy session – with one of the long-time players in the restaurant space. He did a great job of trying to explain my 18 hour a day work habit. Here is the full article via PDF – https://www.marlerblog.com/files/2024/12/Corrected-Marler-story.pdf
https://www.fda.gov/food/outbreaks-foodborne-illness/investigations-foodborne-illness-outbreaks The FDA and CDC, in collaboration with state and local partners are investigating illnesses in a multistate outbreak of E. coli O157 (ref #1280) infections linked to an iceberg and romaine lettuce blend served at catering events, restaurants, and a school. Based on epidemiological information collected by CDC, a total of 69 people infected with the […]
I need to stay online and keep refreshing by browser to keep up with new outbreaks on the FDA Investigation Table. There is a new E. coli outbreak that is being investigated.
Link to Report: https://www.marlerblog.com/files/2024/12/CA-EPI-24-01-Raw-Milk-S.-Typhimurium-Outbreak-08052024_FINAL_cleared.pdf On October 18, 2023, an investigation of an outbreak associated with Raw Farm, LLC products was initiated. At least eight Salmonella cases who had reported consuming raw milk from Raw Farm, LLC of Fresno County, California, were discovered and reported to the California Department of Public Health (CDPH). Another nine cases from another county […]
A total of 104 people infected with the outbreak strain of E. coli O157:H7 were reported from 14 states. Illnesses started on dates ranging from September 12,2024, to October 21, 2024. Of 98 people with information available, 34 were hospitalized, and 4 people developed hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS), a serious condition that can cause kidney failure. One […]
CDPH warns consumers against consuming any raw milk products from quarantined farm California has secured a broad, voluntary recall of all Raw Farm, LLC raw milk and cream products due to possible bird flu contamination. Californians are strongly encouraged not to consume any raw milk or cream products in their possession or still on store […]
According to press reports, the St. Louis County Department of Public Health announced Tuesday that it is finalizing its investigation into an E. coli outbreak linked to multiple events catered by Andre’s Banquets and Catering. According to the health department, there have been a total of 115 cases, including 13 hospitalizations. Two people remain hospitalized, and […]
Marler Clark has filed multiple lawsuits to date in Federal Courts. As of November 17, 2024, 39 people infected with the outbreak strain of E. coli have been reported from 18 states according to the CDC: Wyoming 1, Washington 8, Virginia 1, Texas 1, South Carolina 2, Pennsylvania 1, Oregon 3, Ohio 1, North Carolina 1, New […]
Massachusetts 5, ,Texas 5 and Washington 5 are close behind. I have learned that the FDA found Salmonella in cucumbers imported from Mexico. However, they apparently did not match the outbreak strain – But to date, the CDC and FDA have not released the serotype of the outbreak strain. The FDA and CDC, in collaboration […]
As of November 17, 2024, 39 people infected with the outbreak strain of E. coli have been reported from 18 states according to the CDC: Wyoming 1, Washington 8, Virginia 1, Texas 1, South Carolina 2, Pennsylvania 1, Oregon 3, Ohio 1, North Carolina 1, New York 5, New Jersey 2, Missouri 1, Minnesota 5, Michigan 1, […]
As of November 19, a total of 61 people infected with the outbreak strain of Listeria were reported from 19 states: Arizona 1, Florida 3, Georgia 2, Illinois 1, Indiana 1, Louisiana 1, Massachusetts 3, Maryland 8, Minnesota 1, Missouri 3, North Carolina 1, New Jersey 6, New Mexico 1, New York 19, Pennsylvania 2, South Carolina […]
Missouri Health officials have reported that 106 people, including students from Rockwood Summit High School and adults from the community, have been confirmed as outbreak patients. The patients attended five separate events catered by Andre’s Banquet Center. Patients attended two school band events, two funerals and a Veterans’ event catered by the business. As of […]
As of November 13, a total of 104 people infected with the outbreak strain of E. coli O157:H7 have been reported from 14 states. Illnesses started on dates ranging from September 12, 2024, to October 21, 2024. Of 98 people with information available, 34 have been hospitalized, and 4 people developed hemolytic uremic syndrome, a serious condition […]
The FDA and CDC, in collaboration with state and local partners, are investigating a multistate outbreak of Salmonella Typhimurium infections linked to American/slicer cucumbers grown by Agrotato, S.A. de C.V. in Sonora, Mexico. As of November 26, 2024, a total of 68 people infected with the outbreak strain of Salmonella have been reported from 19 states. Of the 50 […]
From the beginning of the Biden Administration, STOP Foodborne Illness (STOP) has been representing people harmed by poultry-related Salmonella illnesses and supporting efforts underway at USDA to make poultry safer. This work is important to public health because contamination with Salmonella and Campylobacter makes poultry one of the riskiest components of our food supply. […]