Outbreaks November 27, 2019 Romaine lettuce E. coli outbreak tied to California region hits 67 cases The number of cases rose by 27 since the last update was given on Nov. 22.
Foodborne Illness November 25, 2019 Man had hundreds of tapeworms in brain, chest after eating undercooked pork Jianrong said his patient is doing well after one week, but the long-term effects from the massive infestation are unclear.
Outbreaks November 24, 2019 Romaine lettuce from Salinas, California, linked to another E. coli outbreak, officials say Federal health officials are urging people not to eat any romaine lettuce linked to Salinas, California, because of an E. coli outbreak — nearly one year after a similar food poisoning upsurge prompted health officials to issue a warning about the leafy greens.
Product Recalls November 22, 2019 More than 75,000 pounds of salad products recalled over E.coli concerns A New Jersey company is calling back more than 75,000 pounds of salad products because they may be contaminated with E. coli, federal health officials said this week.
Outbreaks November 21, 2019 Fresh Thyme blackberries linked to hepatitis A outbreak in 3 states: officials A hepatitis A outbreak that’s affecting residents in at least three states – Indiana, Nebraska and Wisconsin – is possibly linked to fresh blackberries sold at Fresh Thyme Farmers Market.
Foodborne Illness November 20, 2019 Maryland E. coli cases possibly linked to packaged salad; FDA investigates multistate outbreak The advisory comes after state testing of an unopened salad taken from an ill patient’s home identified the presence of E. coli 0157 in the product’s romaine lettuce.
Outbreaks November 19, 2019 Wisconsin sees 'significant increase' in E. coli cases: state health officials Wisconsin health officials late last week announced a “significant increase” in the number of Escherichia coli, or E. coli, cases in the state.
Product Recalls November 18, 2019 FDA issues tuna fish warning amid illness outbreak investigation Severe cases can involve blurred vision and respiratory stress or swelling of the tongue.
Product Recalls November 7, 2019 Frozen smoked salmon recalled over potentially deadly bacteria contamination There have been no reports of illnesses related to the recall, but botulism is a potentially fatal form of food poisoning.
INFECTIOUS DISEASE November 5, 2019 New Jersey ShopRite 'food handler' tests positive for hepatitis A, customers warned Customers who purchased items from the deli between Oct. 13 and Oct. 30 are encouraged to throw them out and get vaccinated.
Foodborne Illness October 9, 2019 Toddler's E. coli death after vacation sparks investigation amid family heartbreak Several family members fell ill, but the little girl did not recover.
