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November 24, 2023 • Salmonella
125 sickened by Salmonella tainted Cantaloupe
Canada is reporting 26 ill in British Columbia 7, Ontario 7, Quebec 8, Prince Edward Island 2, Newfoundland and Labrador 2. In the United States since the last update on November 17, 2023, 56 more illnesses have been reported. As of November 24, 99 people infected with the outbreak strain of Salmonella have been reported from 32 […] …
November 24, 2023 • Case News
Gastro vs. food poisoning: How to tell the difference
When people complain of gastrointestinal illness or the stomach flu, the illness is usually norovirus. …
November 24, 2023 • Case News
When to consider antibiotics for Listeria
Listeriosis is usually a self-limited illness — which means that most infected individuals will improve without the need for medical care. But for healthy individuals with a high fever, a stool culture and antibiotic treatment may be justified. While there have been no studies done to determine the best drugs …
November 24, 2023 • Case News
Common myths and misconceptions about E. coli
E. coli is often referred to as the best or most-studied free-living organism. More than 700 serotypes of E. coli have been identified. The “O” and “H” antigens on the bacteria and their flagella distinguish the different serotypes. It is important to remember that most kinds of E. coli bacteria …
November 24, 2023 • Case News
A brief look at supportive therapy for hepatitis A
Once a clinical infection is established, there is no specific treatment for hepatitis A. Affected individuals generally suffer from loss of appetite, so the main concern is ensuring a patient receives adequate nutrition and avoids permanent liver damage. An individual’s perception of the severity of fatigue or malaise is the …
November 22, 2023 • Salmonella
More Cantaloupes recalled due to Salmonella risk
Jewel Marketing and Agribusiness LLC. (dba Crown Jewels Produce) of Fresno, CA is recalling all sizes of 1960 boxes of Malichita / Z Farms Cantaloupes sold between October 31, 2023 and November 9, 2023, because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious …
November 18, 2023 • Listeria
Fruit recalled after 11 with Listeria
The recalled peaches have been linked to an outbreak of Listeriosis that has resulted in eleven illnesses. FDA, CDC and State Health Departments have yet to weigh in. See all Photos The HMC Group Marketing, Inc., which does business as HMC Farms, is voluntarily recalling peaches, plums and nectarines sold …
November 17, 2023 • Listeria
Ice Cream recalled due to Listeria
The New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is advising consumers not to consume Wilcox Ice Cream (“best by” dates 9/13/24, 9/14/24, 9/15/24), produced by Wilcox Ice Cream in East Arlington, Vermont, as it has the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes bacteria. The company is voluntarily …
November 17, 2023 • Hepatitis A
Hepatitis A in Georgia
Hepatitis A infection has been diagnosed in a server at Lolita’s Bar and Grill located at 472 Buford Drive in Lawrenceville, GA. Individuals who ate at the restaurant from Oct. 24 – Nov. 7 may have been exposed to the infection and should contact their healthcare provider or the Gwinnett …
November 17, 2023 • Salmonella
Cantaloupe linked to Salmonella Outbreak
As of November 17, 43 people infected with the outbreak strain of Salmonella have been reported from 15 states. Illnesses started on dates ranging from October 17, 2023, to November 6, 2023. Of 30 people with information available, 17 have been hospitalized. No deaths have been reported. Public health investigators are using the PulseNet system to identify illnesses that […] …
November 04, 2023 • Cyclospora
US Cyclospora Outbreak hits 2,272 inn 40 States
As of October 24, 2023, 41 jurisdictions, including 40 states and New York City, have reported a total of 2,272 laboratory-confirmed cases of cyclosporiasis. These individuals had not traveled outside of the United States during the 14 days before they got sick. This is an increase of 315 cases since the last update on August […] …
November 04, 2023 • Cyclospora
Study shows risk of Cyclospora in US food system
Food Safety News reports: The International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA), formerly the United Fresh and Produce Marketing Association, has distributed a report on Cyclospora cayetanensis in produce. This report is released and published by the National Advisory Committee on Microbiological Criteria for Foods (NACMCF). The USDA empowers this committee, and …
November 04, 2023 • Salmonella
Dog Food recalled due to risk of Salmonella in humans
Mid America Pet Food, Mount Pleasant, Texas, is voluntarily recalling three lots of Victor Super Premium Dog Food, Select Beef Meal & Brown Rice Formula produced at its Mount Pleasant, Texas production facility because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. This voluntary recall was initiated after a …
November 04, 2023 • Listeria
Ice Cream recalled after Listeria Illnesses
Two people infected with the outbreak strain of Listeria were reported from two states: one from New York and one from Pennsylvania. Sick people’s samples were collected in May and June 2023. Both sick people were hospitalized, and neither died. The true number of sick people in this outbreak is …
November 04, 2023 • E. coli
35 with E. coli in San Diego linked to Miguel’s Cocina
According to news reports, Miguel’s Cocina in San Diego’s 4S Ranch neighborhood had a “soft” reopening Friday night 10 days after voluntarily closing its doors in response to an E. coli outbreak that, as of Friday, has sickened at least 35 people including 10 who had to be hospitalized. The …
November 04, 2023 • Case News
TMP-SMX: What it is and why it's important
Trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (TMP-SMX), also known as co-trimoxazole, is a combination of two antimicrobial agents that act synergistically against a wide variety of bacteria. It is commonly used to treat urinary tract infections, middle ear infections, bronchitis, traveler’s diarrhea, and shigellosis (bacillary dysentery). TMP-SMX is also used to prevent or treat Pneumocystis …
November 04, 2023 • Case News
How macrolides help you fight Campylobacter infections
According to the CDC, macrolides like azithromycin are the current drugs of choice when antibiotic treatment is indicated for Campylobacter infections. The resistance to macrolides in Campylobacter has remained stable. …
November 04, 2023 • Case News
What to do if you think You've contracted botulism
Although botulism can be diagnosed based on clinical symptoms, distinguishing it from other diseases is often difficult, especially in the absence of other known persons affected by the condition. Common misdiagnoses include Guillain-Barré syndrome and myasthenia gravis, which also manifest flaccid paralysis. …
November 04, 2023 • Case News
How long do the effects of norovirus last?
Norovirus illness usually develops 24 to 48 hours after ingestion of contaminated food or water. Symptoms typically last a relatively short amount of time, approximately 24 to 48 hours. These symptoms include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. Headache and low-grade fever may also accompany this illness. People infected with …
November 02, 2023 • Events & Speaking Engagements
China International Food Safety & Quality Conference (2023)
Bill Marler, a food safety attorney, attended the opening of this conference, serving as a panelist. The theme of the discussion centered on the challenges of foodborne diseases. Yuki Minato from the World Health Organization, moderated the discussion. The other panelists included: …
October 14, 2023 • Salmonella
Carniceria Guanajuato Salmonella Outbreak tops 55
Chicago’s Department of Public Health had identified 55 confirmed infections stemming from the outbreak at an Avondale taqueria, Carniceria Guanajuato, at 3140 N. California Ave., up from 20 last week. At least 17 people have been hospitalized as of Friday. An investigation into the source of the bacteria is ongoing …
October 14, 2023 • Listeria
Tons of Burritos recalled due to Listeria
Don Miguel Foods, a Dallas, Texas establishment, is recalling approximately 10,642 pounds of frozen ready-to-eat (RTE) carne asada burrito products that may be adulterated with Listeria monocytogenes, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The frozen RTE carne asada burrito items were produced on …
October 14, 2023 • Hepatitis A
Green Elephant Bistro linked to Hepatitis A
The Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention has identified a case of hepatitis A in a food service worker at a Portland restaurant. Hepatitis A is a contagious liver disease that can spread through person-to-person contact or contaminated food. The Maine CDC says the worker was infectious at the …
October 01, 2023 • Botulism
WHO: Botulism in France linked to Sardines
Situation at a glance On 12 September 2023, local public health authorities in France identified a cluster of 10 cases with suspected botulism, including one death. As of 14 September 2023, the National IHR Focal Point for France has notified WHO of a total of 15 cases of suspected botulism, including one death, reported in […] …
October 01, 2023 • Hepatitis A
Pine Knob Music Theatre Hepatitis A worry
Pontiac, Mich. Sept. 21, 2023 – Oakland County Health Division is providing an update on the suspected case of hepatitis A associated with the Ivy Lounge at Pine Knob Music Theatre in Clarkston: the case was confirmed by MDHHS Laboratory. The Health Division advises all season members, their guests and …
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