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Miguel's E. coli Outbreak Turns Deadly
E. coli, Outbreak, PathogensOne person sickened in the E. coli outbreak linked to Miguel's Cucina 4S Ranch in San Diego has died. John Christ Ferber, 87, of San Diego, passed away on October 26. The outbreak has sickened 35 people ranging in age from 6 to 87 years…
Raw Milk Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Raw Farm in California
Pathogens, SalmonellaA raw milk Salmonella outbreak has been linked to Raw Farm in California, according to the OC Health Care Agency. The farm recently issued a recall for its raw milk and raw cream products, consumers who have purchased these items shouldn't consume…
Charcuterie Salmonella Outbreak Sickens 7 in Minnesota
Pathogens, SalmonellaA 33-state charcuterie Salmonella outbreak linked to Busetto brand charcuterie sold at Sam's Club and Costco sickened seven people in Minnesota. The charcuterie trays, which included prosciutto, sweet soppressata, and dry coppa were made by…
Undercooking Played Role in Deadly Morel Mushroom Outbreak
PathogensUndercooking played a role in the deadly morel mushroom outbreak at Dave's Sushi in Montana in 2023, according to a new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The outbreak included 51 customers who dined at the restaurant…
E. coli in Raw Farm Cheddar Leaves Two with HUS Kidney Failure
E. coli, OutbreakAn E. coli outbreak linked to unpasteurized Raw Farm cheddar now includes two cases of HUS kidney failure. Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (HUS), a form of kidney failure, is a complication that affects about seven percent of E. coli patients. HUS…