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Food Poisoning Outbreaks

Below are links to food poisoning outbreak information. If you have been diagnosed with food poisoning, contact an attorney at Pritzer | Ruohonen, one of only a few law firms in the country that has a national reputation in the area of food poisoning law suits.  Senior partner Fred Pritzker is currently lead attorney in a major Listeriosis case involving victims from several states. For a free consultation with a food poisoning attorney at Pritzker | Ruohonen, call toll-free at 1-888-377-8900 or use our online consultation form.

Georgia E. coli, Barbecue Pit Lawsuit and Nebraska Beef, Ltd.
An E. coli outbreak in Georgia has been linked to the Barbecue Pit in Moultrie, Georgia. This outbreak also been linked to the multistate E. coli outbreak linked to Kroger Co. and Nebraska Beef, Ltd. Read more about Georgia Ecoli.

Taste of Chicago
On July 3, 2008, attorney Rich Ruohonen filed a Pars Cove lawsuit on behalf of 10 people who contracted Salmonella infections after eating at the Pars Cove Persian Cuisine booth at the 2007 Taste of Chicago. He was interviewed by NBC affilliate WMAQ regarding this case. Watch the video.

Ohio Kroger Lawsuit
Our law firm has filed a lawsuit in Ohio against Kroger Co. and Nebraksa Beef, Ltd. on behalf of our client Zachary Everhart.

E. coli - Michigan and Ohio Outbreak Linked to Kroger Ground Beef and Nebraska Beef, Ltd. Ground Beef Components
There are now 49 confirmed cases in an E. coli outbreak in Michigan (Michigan E. coli), Ohio (Ohio E. coli), Georgia (Georgia E. coli), Indiana, Kentucky, New York and Utah linked to Kroger ground beef and Nebraska ground beef components. In response to this outbreak, Kroger has recalled an undetermined amount of ground beef. Read about the Kroger recall and a Kroger E. coli lawsuit. Nebraska Beef, Ltd. has recalled over 5 million pounds of ground beef. Read about a hamburger lawsuit and the Nebraska Beef recall.

Amarillo, Texas IHOP Salmonella Outbreak
According to the Amarillo Department of Public Health, at least 10 people have contracted Salmonella infections after eating at the International House of Pancakes (IHOP) in Amarillo, Texas.

Michigan and Ohio E. coli Outbreak and Ground Beef
45 cases of E. coli O157:H7 in Michigan and Ohio may be connected. Epidemiological evidence points to tomatoes as the source of the outbreak. Read more about Michigan E. coli and Ohio E. coli.

Minnesota Preschool E. coli Outbreak
An E. coli outbreak at Wonder World Preschool in the town of Slayton, Minnesota has led to eight confirmed cases of E. coli O157:H7. One child has been hospitalized and is showing signs of hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS). Read about the Minnesota E. coli outbreak linked to Wonder World Preschool.

E. coli - Washington E. coli Outbreak Associated with Lettuce
9 people from Thurston and Pierce Counties have lab-confirmed cases of E. coli O157:H7 that may be linked to bagged lettuce. Federal, state and local health officials are investigating this outbreak. Read about the Washington E. coli-Lettuce outbreak and lawsuit information. Read our press release about the Washington lettuce E. coli outbreak.

CDC Salmonella Saintpaul Investigation
CDC is collaborating with public health officials in several states, the Indian Health Service, and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to investigate an ongoing multistate outbreak of human Salmonella serotype Saintpaul infections. Read about the CDC Salmonella Saintpaul Investigation.

FDA Warning Regarding Tomatoes
The Food and Drug Administration is alerting consumers in New Mexico and Texas that a salmonellosis outbreak appears to be linked to consumption of certain types of raw red tomatoes and products containing raw red tomatoes. Read the FDA Warning.

Texas Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Tomatoes
Texas health officials have confirmed 21 cases in Texas since mid-April, including cases in Harris, Fort Bend, Dallas, Tarrant, Hays and Cameron counties. [Update: 265 confirmed Salmonella Saintpaul cases in Texas.] Consumption of raw tomatoes has been implicated as the likely source of infections. Read more about Texas Salmonella Saintpaul associated with tomatoes.

New Mexico Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Tomatoes
The New Mexico Department of Health has announced that an outbreak of Salmonella is likely caused by eating uncooked tomatoes. So far, 31 people from seven counties in New Mexico have been sick with a strain of Salmonella called Salmonella Saintpaul. [Update: 73 confirmed Salmonella Saintpaul cases in New Mexico.] Several people have been hospitalized. Read more about New Mexico Salmonella Saintpaul linked to tomatoes.

Nebraska E. coli Outbreak Associated with Roast Beef
Nebraska E. coli outbreak associated with roast beef has sickened at least 14 people. Epidemiological evidence indicates that those sickened ate the roast beef at a private event at a Sarpy County reception hall on March 26, 2008. Read more about the Nebraska E. coli outbreak associated with roast beef .

La Mesa, California Chipotle Hepatitis A Outbreak
At least eighteen people have contracted hepatitis A after eating at the La Mesa Chipotle in San Diego County, California.  The San Diego County Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA) and County Department of Environmental Health (DEH) are investigating. Read about the La Mesa, California Chipotle Hepatitis A and lawyer and lawsuit information.

Puffed Rice and Puffed Wheat Recall
21 people in 13 states have laboratory-confirmed cases of Salmonella linked to a Malt-O-Meal Puffed Rice and Puffed Wheat recall due to possible Salmonella contamination.  The Puffed Rice and Puffed Wheat recall involves unsweetened Puffed Rice and unsweetened Puffed Wheat Cereals produced with “Best If Used By” codes between April 8, 2008 (coded as “APR0808”) and March 18, 2009 (coded as “MAR1809”). Read about the Puffed Rice Recall and Puffed Wheat recall. and the Minnesota Salmonella agona case.

Minnesota Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Frozen Chicken
Minnesota health and agriculture officials have two recent cases of salmonellosis (specifically Salmonella Enteritidis infection) in Minnesota have been linked to raw, frozen, breaded and pre-browned, stuffed chicken entrees. The implicated product is Milford Valley Farms Chicken Cordon Bleu with a stamped code of C8021. This product is sold at many different grocery store chains. Read more about the Minnesota Salmonella Enteritidis outbreak linked to frozen chicken and a Milford Valley Farms lawsuit.

Salmonella: Agropecuaria Montelibano Cantaloupe
March 22, 2008 - The FDA has issued an import alert regarding entry of cantaloupe from Agropecuaria Montelibano, a Honduran grower and packer, because, based on current information, fruit from this company appears to be associated with a Salmonella Litchfield outbreak in the United States and Canada. Learn more about the Salmonella outbreak associated with a Agropecuaria Montelibano canteloupe recall and a possible lawsuit.

Salmonella: Flying Tortilla Restaurant
According to New Mexico health officials, 4 people have been sickened in a Salmonella outbreak associated with the Flying Tortilla, a Santa Fe, New Mexico restaurant.  The four people ate at the Flying Tortilla in Santa Fe from mid-January to mid-February, 2008. Read about restaurant liability and a possible Flying Tortilla lawsuit.

E. coli Wrongful Death Settlement
As one of the leading food safety law firms in the United States, Pritzker | Ruohonen was contacted by a number of victims of the 2006 E. coli O157:H7 outbreak linked to spinach, including the family of the outbreak’s first fatality, a Wisconsin woman in her seventies. The woman was survived by three adult children and two grandchildren. The case was recently resolved for an undisclosed settlement sum following lengthy negotiations with the defendants and their carriers. Read about the E. coli wrongful death settlement.

Rochester Meat Recall - California and Wisconsin E. coli Outbreak
Rochester Meat Company has recalled about 188,000 pounds of ground beef due to possible contamination with E. coli O157:H7. At least 6 people have contracted E. coli O157:H7 infections associated with eating Rochester Meat Company ground beef served in restaurants and food service institutions in Wisconsin and California. Read more about the Rochester Meat Company recall and lawsuit.

Whittier Farms Milk and Possible Listeria Contamination
The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (MDPH) has issued a warning regarding milk products from Whittier Farms in Shrewsbury, Massachusetts due to possible Listeria contamination.  Three elderly men have died, an unborn baby has died and two other people have been sickened in a Listeria outbreak that has been associated with Whittier Farms milk. Learn more about the possible Whittier Farms milk Listeria risk and a possible Whittier Farms lawsuit. Read also about Whittier Farms wrongful death.

Jeno's and Totino's Pizza Recall
General Mills has recalled about 414,000 cases of Jeno's and Totino's Pizza because pepperoni on the pizzas may be contaminated with E. coli O157:H7. Learn more about the Jeno's and Totino's Pizza recall.

Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Banquet Pot Pies
At least 238 people in 34 states have Salmonella infections associated with ConAgra / Banquet pot pies.  The CDC is warning consumers not to eat any Banquet pot pies or pot pies made by ConAgra that have a printed code ending in "P9."  Read the CDC update of the Salmonella outbreak associated with ConAgra pot pies and the ConAgra pot pie recall announcement.  The Wisconsin Department of Health has also issued a press release regarding the Salmonella outbreak linked to Banquet pot pies.  The Minnesota Department of Health has also issued a press release regarding Salmonella cases in Minnesota associated with Banquet pot pie.

E. coli Outbread Linked to Sam's Club Hamburgers
Health officials in several states are investigating cases of E. coli O157:H7 infection associated with eating Cargill hamburger patties purchased from Sam’s Club stores in August and September.  5 people from Minnesota, 4 people from Wisconsin, 2 children from North Carolina, and 3 children from Tennessee have laboratory-confirmed cases of E. coli O157:H7 associated with the Cargill / Sam's Club hamburgers.  Read about the Cargill hamburger recall.  Another recent recall of hamburger patties sold at Sam's Club is associated with a separate E. coli O157:H7 outbreak.  Read about the Topps and Sam's Choice hamburger recall.

Indiana: Galena Elementary School E.coli
There are now 7 confirmed cases and 6 probable cases of E. coli in Floyd County, Indiana.  Most of the people sickened  are elementary students who attend Galena Elementary School in Floyds Knobs, Indiana.  Read more about the Galena Elementary School E. coli outbreak.

E. coli: Topps Hamburgers
Pritzker | Ruohonen is currently representing victims of E. coli outbreaks linked to ground beef products, including hamburgers.  At least 30 cases of E. coli have been linked to Topps hamburgers.  In response, Topps Meat Company has recalled approximately 21,700,000 pounds of hamburgers due to possible E. coli contamination.  The recalled hamburger was distributed to food service institutions in the New York metropolitan area and to retail establishments nationwide, including the states of Connecticut, Florida, Indiana, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. Learn more about the Topps hamburgers recall and a possible Topps hamburgers lawsuit.  Read the New York Department of Health update on the New York E. coli outbreak linked to Topps hamburgers.  Read about Pennsylvania E. coli cases and Topps lawsuit information and about New Jersey E. coli cases and Topps lawsuit information.  Read the CDC update of the Topps hamburger E. coli outbreak.

Rancherito E. coli Cases
Pritzker | Ruohonen is investigating what appears to be an E. coli outbreak associated with El Rancherito restaurant in Effingham, Illinois.  Six people have confirmed cases of E. coli O157 after eating at El Rancherito.  All of them were hospitalized.  Learn more about the E. coli cases and a possible El Rancherito lawsuit.

E. coli: Piggly Wiggly Ground Beef Recall
Certain Piggly Wiggly ground beef may be contaminated with E. coli O157:H7.  Two people contracted confirmed cases of E. coli O157:H7 after eating ground beef purchased at Piggly Wiggly stores in Monroe and Sister Bay, Wisconsin.  Learn more about the Piggly Wiggly ground beef E. coli recall.

E. coli: Stew Leonard's Ground Beef in Yonkers, New York
The Stew Leonard’s store in Yonkers, New York, has recalled 96% lean ground round because three people from one family have contracted E. coli O157:H7 infections associated with consuming ground beef sold at the store.  Read the press release regarding the Stew Leonard's ground beef recall and E. coli lawsuit information.

Oregon and Washington E. coli: Ground Beef Sold at Safeway, QFC, and Fred Meyer
Pritzker | Ruohonen is monitoring the an E. coli outbreak linked to ground beef that is associated with 8 confirmed cases of E. coli O157:H7.  The ground beef was sold at Safeway, QFC, and Fred Meyer stores in Oregon, Washington, Alaska, and Idaho under the "Northwest Finest" brand name.  Read about the "Northwest Finest" ground beef USDA-FSIS public health alert and the Oregon and Washington E. coli outbreak.

Salmonella Senftenberg Outbreak Linked to Arby's Restaurant
Grant County Health District and their regional epidemiologist, with cooperation from the State Department of Health, have linked some of the reported 17 cases of Salmonella Senftenberg to the Arby’s Restaurant on Stratford Road in Moses Lake, Washington.  Read more about the Salmonella Senftenberg outbreak linked to Arby's. 

Souplantation Shigella Outbreak
Pritzker | Ruohonen is investigation a Shigella outbreak that, according to health officials, is associated with the Souplantation restaurant in Pasadena, California.  At least 30 people may have been sickened.  Some of the people have confirmed cases of shigellosis (Shigella infection) and others are awaiting test results.  Learn about a Souplantation lawsuit.

E. coli Cases in Suffolk County
Health officials have identified 7 cases of E. coli in Suffolk County, New York, that may be associated with undercooked ground beef.  All of the ill individuals in Suffolk reported consuming ground beef products during the period of June 9th through July 3rd.  Learn more about the New York E. coli cases.

Botulism: Hot Dog Chili Sauce, Canned Chili and other Products
Pritzker | Ruohonen has been contacted by a possible victim of the botulism outbreak linked to hot dog chili sauce.  Two children in Texas and an Indiana couple who ate these products became seriously ill and have been hospitalized.  Learn more about the botulism-chili sauce outbreak and possible lawsuit.  Read about the related recall of canned chili and other products and the San Diego County, California, case possibly associated with Kroger Chili with Beans.

Taste of Chicago Salmonella Outbreak
Pritzker | Ruohonen is monitoring a Salmonella outbreak that has been linked to the Pars Cove Persian Cuisine booth at the Taste of Chicago.  According to health officials, over 700 people have reported being sickened after eating at the Pars Cove booth.  Salmonella poisoning is the likely cause.  Learn more about the Taste of Chicago Salmonella outbreak.

Jefferson County Jail E. coli Outbreak
About 70 inmates at the Jefferson County Jail in Golden, Colorado, have been sickened by E. coli.  Jefferson County health officials are interviewing sickened inmates, testing samples of food and water, and reviewing food-handling procedures in an effort to find the source of the E. coli outbreak.  Learn more about the Jefferson County Jail E. coli outbreak.

E. coli Outbreak Linked to Little Rosie's Taqueria
Pritzker | Ruohonen, a leading E. coli litigation law firm, is investigating an Alabama E. coli outbreak linked to shredded lettuce served at Little Rosie’s Taqueria, a Huntsville restaurant.  At least 17 people have been sickened.  Three have developed hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) and are undergoing dialysis due to kidney failure.  Learn more about the E. coli outbreak linked to Little Rosie's Taqueria.

Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Veggie Booty Snack Food
The law firm of Pritzker | Ruohonen is investigating a multi-state outbreak of Salmonella Wandsworth infections linked to Veggie Booty snack food, which was recalled on June 28, 2007.  Over 50 people in 17 states have been sickened, and federal investigators expect more reports of illness.  Learn more about the Salmonella outbreak linked to Veggie Booty and the Veggie Booty recall.

Colorado Albertsons Stores - Ground Beef Recall
Pritzker Ruohonen is currently investigating the E. coli outbreak associated with ground beef sold at Colorado Albertsons grocery stores.  This is part of a multi-state recall of ground beef issued by United Food Group LLC.  At least 2 people in Colorado have contracted E. coli O157:H7 infections in this outbreak.  Learn about a possible Albertsons lawsuit. 

North Carolina E. coli - Lawyer for Possible Captain's Galley Restaurant Lawsuit
Pritzker Ruohonen, a leading E. coli litigation law firm, is currently investigating a North Carolina E. coli outbreak linked to Captain's Galley Restaurant.  Four people have confirmed cases of E. coli linked to Captain's Galley Restaurant, and 9 others are awaiting tests.  Learn more about a possible Captain's Galley Restaurant lawsuit. 

Arizona E. coli Outbreak Linked to Ground Beef
Pritzker Ruohonen is currently investigating the E. coli outbreak associated with ground beef sold at Arizona grocery stores, including Save-A-Lot.  At least 4 people in Arizona have contracted E. coli O157:H7 infections in this outbreak.  Learn more about the Arizona E. coli outbreak linked to ground beef.

California E. coli Outbreak Linked to The Grill at Meat Market
Pritzker | Ruohonen is investigating an E. coli outbreak in the Fresno, California area that has been linked to tri-tip (beef ) from The Grill at Meat Market by the Fresno County Department of Community Health.  People who attended three parties in the Fresno area were sickened in this outbreak.  All three events were catered by Meat Market.  Learn about the E. coli outbreak and a possible Meat Market lawsuit.

E. coli: Lunds and Byerly's Ground Beef Recall and Outbreak
The Minnesota law firm of Pritzker | Ruohonen, one of the leading E. coli litigation law firms in the United States, is representing a victim of the E. coli outbreak linked to ground beef sold at Byerly's and Lunds grocery stores.  7 cases have been identified with this outbreak to date.  Read more about the Lunds and Byerly's recall and lawsuit information.

On May 10, the processor of the ground beef linked to this outbreak recalled beef trim processed at their Windom, Minnesota, plant on March 27.  The recalled beef trim was shipped to distributors and retail outlets in Arizona, Illinois, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, and Wisconsin.  Learn more about the recall of beef trim connected to the Byerly's and Lunds E. coli outbreak.

California E. coli Outbreak
May 14, 2007 - Health officials are still looking for the source of the Bakersfield, California, E. coli outbreak that has sickened 12 people, 11 of them children.  Four of the children have been hospitalized with complications of E. coli O157:H7 infections, including hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS), the leading cause of kidney failure in children in the United States.  Read more about the California E. coli outbreak.

Possible E. coli Outbreak Linked to Hamburgers
Pritzker | Ruohonen is monitoring the possible E. coli outbreak linked to hamburgers served at the St. Helena and Calistoga Little League baseball snack shacks. At least 3 children have been sickened by E. coli O157:H7 after eating hamburgers at the little league snack shacks.  2 other cases are being investigated.  Learn about a possible E. coli-linked hamburger lawsuit.

E. coli Outbreak Linked to Hoss's Steak and Sea Restaurants and Recalled Beef
Pritzker | Ruohonen is monitoring the possible E. coli outbreak linked to Hoss's Steak and Sea Restaurants in Pennsylvania, Virginia, and West Virginia.  Steaks, ground beef patties, and other cuts of meat used at Hoss's Steak and Sea Restaurants were recalled due to possible contamination with E. coli O157:H7.  Several people may have contracted E. coli infections after eating at these restaurants.  Learn more about a possible Hoss's Steak E. coli lawsuit. 

Souplantation E. coli Outbreak
California health officials have stated that seven people who ate at Souplantation in southern Orange County have contracted E. coli infections.  Three of them were hospitalized.  Six of the E. coli victims dined at Souplantation on March 23 or 24. The seventh is believed to have eaten there March 25.  Learn more about the Souplantation E. coli outbreak.

Fred Pritzker Opinion Piece on FDA Report on Spinach-Linked E. coli Outbreak
On March 21, 2007, the FDA and California Department of Health Services issued a joint report entitled Investigation of an Escherichia coli O157:H7 Outbreak Associated with Dole Pre-Packaged Spinach.  Fred Pritzker provides a lawyer's perspective on the report and the need for mandatory federal rules for the leafy-green-produce industry.  Read the full opinion piece by Fred Pritzker.

Salmonella Recall and Outbreak: Peter Pan Peanut Butter and Great Value Peanut Butter
February 14, 2007 - The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is warning consumers not to eat certain jars of Peter Pan peanut butter or Great Value peanut butter due to risk of contamination with Salmonella Tennessee (a bacterium that causes foodborne illness).  Learn more about Peter Pan peanut butter and possible Salmonella contamination.

E. coli Lawsuits and the CDC
For E. coli lawsuit purposes, it is valuable to have the CDC determine that a person with an E. coli infection is part of a foodborne outbreak. Learn more about E. coli lawsuits and the CDC.

Taco John's E. coli Outbreak
Health officials are investigating an E. coli outbreak linked to Taco John's restaurants in Iowa and Minnesota.  To date, the outbreak has sickened at least 50 people in Iowa and 27 people in Minnesota.  For information about evidence, liability and damages, please see Taco John's E. coli Lawsuit FAQ.

Taco Bell E. coli Lawsuit
Lawyer Fred Pritzker has answered frequently asked legal questions about the E. coli outbreak linked to Taco Bell restaurants.  For answers to questions regarding evidence, liability and damages, please see Taco Bell E. coli Lawsuit FAQ

Taco Bell E. coli Outbreak
The Taco Bell-linked E. coli outbreak has sickened over 60 people in Delaware, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvnia, South Carolina and Utah. Connecticut is investigating reports of illness that may also be linked to Taco Bell restaurants. Several people have been hospitalized, including three children who developed hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS), a life-threatening illness. The first illness was reported on November 17, 2006.  We have been contacted about the Taco Bell E. coli outbreak and will continue to monitor the situation.  Learn more about the Taco Bell E. coli outbreak.

Taco Bell E. coli: Ground Beef, Green Onions or Lettuce?
Investigators continue to look for the source of the Taco Bell E. coli outbreak.  Because of the widespread nature of the outbreak (there are now six states involved, Delaware , New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, South Carolina and Utah), the most likely source of the Taco Bell E. coli outbreak is green onions, lettuce or ground beef.  All have been the source of numerous outbreaks.  Learn more about the possible link between ground beef, green onions or lettuce and the Taco Bell E. coli outbreak.

Norovirus Outbreak: Applebee's in Lansing, Michigan
December 1, 2006 – At least 32 people who ate at Applebee’s in Lansing, Michigan, have been sickened by a foodborne pathogen, most likely norovirus.  Learn more about the norovirus outbreak linked to Applebee's in Lansing, Michigan. 

Salmonella Newport Outbreak Linked to Tomatoes
November 28, 2006 – Health officials are investigating a second Salmonella outbreak linked to tomatoes.  This Salmonella outbreak sickened nearly 100 people in 19 states.  According to health officials, it began in June and ended October 20, 2006.  The strain of Salmonella involved in this outbreak was Salmonella Newport.  Learn more about the Salmonella Newport outbreak linked to tomatoes.

Syracuse Food Poisoning Linked to the Dinosaur Bar-B-Que
At least 600 people who ate at the Dinosaur Bar-B-Que, a Syracuse, New York, restaurant and biker bar, from November 24-26 were sickened with what is most likely norovirus.  Learn more about the Syracuse food poisoning outbreak linked to the Dinosaur Bar-B-Que.

Iowa Norovirus Outbreak: Trostel's Greenbriar Restaurant
According to the Iowa Department of Public Health, nearly 1000 people in Iowa have contracted norovirus in the last several weeks.  At least 7 outbreaks have occurred in social receptions, long-term care facilities, a gaming facility, business functions, restaurants and schools.  The most recent outbreak has been linked to a Johnston, Iowa, restaurant, Trostel's Greenbriar Restaurant.  Learn more about the Iowa norovirus outbreak linked to Trostel's Greenbriar Restaurant.

North Carolina E. coli Outbreak
Orange County, North Carolina, health officials are investigating 9 confirmed cases of Escherichia coli (E. coli).  Learn the North Carolina Escherichia coli outbreak.

Possible California Listeria Outbreak
For the week ending October 28, 2006, there were 20 confirmed Listeria infections in California out of 34 nationwide.  This is highly unusual and may be an indication of a Listeria outbreak in California.  Read about the possible Listeria outbreak in California.

Salmonella Typhimurium Outbreak Linked to Tomatoes
November 3, 2006 – State and federal health investigators have linked the recent Salmonella typhimurium outbreak to tomatoes served in restaurants.  To date, 21 states have reported 183 cases of illnesses to the CDC.  Learn more about the Salmonella Typhimurium outbreak linked to tomatoes.

Minnesota Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Tomatoes
November 3, 2006 – Minnesota has at least 14 cases of Salmonella poisoning (salmonellosis) that have been linked to tomatoes served in restaurants.  5 of the Minnesota cases are most likely linked to the same fast food restaurant.  Read more about the Minnesota Salmonella outbreak linked to tomatoes.

Detroit Food Poisoning: Roostertail Banquet Facility
Michigan health officials are investigating a food poisoning outbreak in Detroit that sickened at least 30 people who ate at Detroit’s Roostertail banquet facility.  Investigators are looking at the food served at the banquet to determine if this outbreak is part of the nationwide Salmonella outbreak that has sickened at least 172 people in 19 states.  Learn more about the Detriot, Michigan, food poisoning outbreak.
 
Salmonella Outbreak: Tomatoes or Lettuce
The CDC has identified an outbreak of Salmonella infections and suspects the source is fresh produce, possibly tomatoes or lettuce.  The Salmonella outbreak has sickened at least 172 people.  Of those, 11 have been hospitalized.  Read more about the Salmonella outbreak that may be associated with tomatoes or lettuce.

Barron County, Wisconsin, E. coli Outbreak: Habitat for Humanity Dinner
The Barron County Department of Health and Human Services is investigating a possible E. coli outbreak.  The E. coli outbreak may be related to a Habitat for Humanity fundraising dinner on Thursday, October 19, 2006.  Persons in Barron County, Chetek and surrounding areas in Wisconsin may be affected.  Learn more about the possible Wisconsin E. coli outbreak that may be linked to a Habitat for Humanity dinner.

Texas Listeria Warning: Bellville Meat Market
The Texas Department of State Health Services is warning the public not to consume any ready-to-eat or smoked meat products purchased from the Bellville Meat Market on or after Oct. 6, 2006, due to possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes, a dangerous foodborne pathogen.  Learn more about the Bellville Meat Market warning.

Salmonella Outbreak: Margaritas in Canton, Connecticut
State and local health officials are investigating a possible outbreak of Salmonella associated with Margaritas, a Canton, Connecticut, restaurant.  Ten people who ate at Margaritas between Sept. 21-27 have tested positive for Salmonella poisoning, called salmonellosis.  All ten people were infected by the same strain of Salmonella bacteria.  Learn more about the Salmonella outbreak linked to Margaritas restaurant in Canton, Connecticut.

Minnesota Department of Health Summary
On October 6, 2006, the Minnesota Department of Health released a summary of the E. coli outbreak in Loingville, Minnesota,  in July of 2006 that sickened 16 people.  Read the full text of the summary.

E. coli at Preschool in Arkansas
Eight children attending Elite Kids Academy, Inc., Preschool and Childcare in Van Buren, Arkansas, have tested positive for E. coli.  Several additional children are experiencing symptoms of E. coli poisoning.  Learn more about E. coli at the preschool in Arkansas.

Botulism Linked to Bolthouse Farms Carrot Juice
Four cases of botulism have been linked to Bolthouse Farms carrot juice.  One victim of the botulism outbreak, a Florida woman, is now suffering from paralysis.  The three other victims were all sickened in Georgia.  Learn more about the cases of botulism linked to carrot juice.

Dole Spinach Linked to E. coli Outbreak
The spinach-related E. coli outbreak that has sickened nearly 190 people has been linked to Dole baby spinach.  According to the CDC, E. coli O157:H7 was isolated in 10 packages of Dole baby spinach supplied by E. coli patients in 8 states.   The “DNA fingerprints” of all 10 of these E. coli match that of the spinach-related outbreak strain.  Learn more about Dole spinach and the E. coli outbreak.

Letter from Rainer Mueller of Eric's ECHO
"As our family approaches the 13th anniversary of the death of my my 13 year old son Eric in 1993, I find that the wounds caused by his passing are now being re-opened by this latest E.coli outbreak.  In 1993 it was ground beef that caused the terrible illnesses and death.  At that time many people told me that they felt safe because they were vegetarians and only ate organic vegetables.  Even then I warned them that this was a false sense of security."  Read the full text of the letter from Rainer Mueller, who lost his son to E. coli poisoning.

Dole Baby Spinach Lawsuit Information
Dole baby spinach has been linked to the current E. coli O157:H7 outbreak that has sickened over 170 people and killed at least one person.  Although other brands of spinach have been implicated in the outbreak, investigators in New Mexico and Utah have found E. coli O157:H7 bacteria in 2 bags of Dole baby spinach that have the same “genetic fingerprinting” as the E. coli O157:H7 sickening people throughout the country.  Lawsuits have been filed against Dole.  Learn more Dole spinach lawsuit information.

Dole Baby Spinach Smoking Gun in E. coli Investigation
Dole baby spinachInvestigators in New Mexico and Utah have found E. coli O157:H7 bacteria in 2 bags of Dole baby spinach that matches the strain of E. coli O157:H7 that has sickened over 170 people in 25 states.  The discovery is being hailed by health officials as a “smoking gun.” The two bags of Dole baby spinach were packaged at the same plant on the same day. According to health officials many victims of the outbreak are indicating that they ate Dole packaged spinach.  Lawsuits against Dole have been filed.  Learn about E. coli found in bags of Dole baby spinach.

Maryland Confirms 3 Cases of E. coli Linked to Spinach
Maryland health officials said Friday they have confirmed the state’s first three spinach-related E. coli illnesses in a nationwide outbreak.  They are also investigating the death of an 86-year-old woman and 3 other E. coli cases in Maryland.  The 3 confirmed cases are children.  Learn more about the Maryland E. coli cases linked to spinach.

Tennessee Case of Spinach-Linked E. coli O157:H7
On September 22, 2006, the Tennessee Department of Health announced that a resident of Davidson County has been infected with E. coli O157:H7. This is the first confirmed case in Tennessee related to an outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 associated with fresh spinach from a source in California. The Tennessee patient became ill on September 10. The patient was never hospitalized and has now recovered.  Learn about the E. coli case in Tennessee.

E. coli O157:H7 found in Dole Baby Spinach
Investigators in New Mexico have found E. coli O157:H7 in a bag of Dole baby spinach that matches the strain of E. coli O157:H7 that has sickened over 140 people in 23 states.  The discovery is being hailed by health officials as a “smoking gun.”  Learn more about E. coli O157:H7 found in Dole baby spinach.

Hepatitis A Outbreak: Senor Baja in Pomona
Three people who ate at Senor Baja in Pomona, California, have been diagnosed with acute hepatitis A.  Los Angeles County health officials are investigating the outbreak hoping to find the source of the outbreak and prevent more illness.  Learn more about the hepatitis A outbreak linked to Senor Baja in Pomona, California.

FDA Updates on the E. coli Outbreak linked to Spinach Pritzker | Ruohonen will be updating this page regularly with new information from the FDA.  Read about the FDA updates on the E. coli outbreak linked to fresh spinach. 

September 17, 2006,  FDA Update of E. coli Outbreak: Recall of Additional Brands of Spinach
The latest FDA update of the E. coli O157:H7 outbreak in spinach includes information on the additional recall of River Ranch brands: Farmer's Market, Hy Vee and Fresh and Easy.  Spinach distributed by Natural Selection Foods, LLC, of San Juan Bautista, California, has also been recalled.  The Natural Selection Foods brands are listed in this update and an entry below.  Read the FDA update of the E. coli recall and outbreak linked to spinach that has sickened over 100 people and killed at least one person.

E. coli O157:H7 and Fresh Spinach: FDA Update
To date, 102 cases of illness due to E. coli infection have been reported to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), including 16 cases of Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (HUS) and one death. Illnesses continue to be reported to CDC.  Learn more updated information regarding E. coli O157:H7 and fresh spinach.

E. coli-Spinach Outbreak: Brands of Spinach
Natural Selection Foods has voluntarily recalled fresh spinach sold under the following brands because the spinach may be contaminated with E. coli O157:H7:

Walmart Pro-Mark, Dole, Natural Selection Foods, Pride of San Juan, Earthbound Farm, Bellissima, Rave Spinach, Emeril, Sysco, O Organic, Fresh Point, River Ranch, Superior, Nature’s Basket, Walmart Pro-Mark, Compliments, Trader Joe’s, Ready Pac, Jansal Valley, Cheney Brothers, Coastline, D’Arrigo Brothers, Green Harvest, Mann, Mills Family Farm, Premium Fresh, Snoboy, The Farmer’s Market, Tanimura & Antle, President’s Choice, Cross Valley, Riverside Farms.

Learn more about the brands of fresh spinach involved in the spinach-E. coli outbreak.

E. coli Outbreak Linked to Bagged, Fresh Spinach
Bagged, fresh spinach has been linked to a national E. coli O157:H7 outbreak that has sickened at least 50 people in eight states, including Connecticut, Idaho, Indiana, Michigan, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah and Wisconsin.  One person in Wisconsin has died and 8 people have developed  hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS), a serious kidney disease that is the leading cause of kidney failure in children in the United States.  Learn more about the E. coli outbreak linked to bagged, fresh spinach.  Read the FDA warning regarding E. coli and bag spinach.

Wisconsin E. coli Outbreak Linked to Fresh Spinach
Health officials have linked fresh spinach to an E. coli O157:H7 outbreak that has sickened 50 people in eight states, including Wisconsin.  20 people were sickened in Wisconsin.  Tragically, one died.  Others may be fighting for their lives as they suffer from intestinal bleeding, severe dehydration and hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS), a dangerous kidney disease that has a 5% mortality rate.  Learn more about the Wisconsin E. coli outbreak linked to bagged spinach.

Connecticut E. coli Outbreak Linked to Bagged Spinach
The E. coli O157:H7 outbreak in multiple states that has been linked to bagged spinach may include 2 cases of E. coli in Connecticut.  Learn more about the Connecticut E. coli outbreak linked to bagged spinach.

Milwaukee, Wisconsin, area E. coli Outbreak
11 people have E. coli infections in the Milwaukee, Wisconsin, area.  5 children were taken to the hospital, and 3 of them were still there Wednesday night.  Serious complications of E. coli infections include intestinal bleeding, severe dehydration, and hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS).  All of these are life-threatening illnesses.  Hemolytic uremic syndrome, the leading cause of kidney failure in children in the United States, can keep children hospitalized for weeks.  Learn more about the Milwaukee, Wisconsin, E. coli outbreak.

San Diego, California, Shigella Outbreak
Ten people in the San Diego area have reported symptoms consistent with a Shigella infection (shigellosis), which include fever, watery or bloody diarrhea, nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain.  County health officials have linked the ten illnesses to Filibertos restaurant in San Diego, California.  People may have been exposed to Shigella by eating at the establishment between Aug. 24 and Aug. 28.   Learn more about the San Diego, California, Shigella outbreak.

Salmonella Poisoning Outbreak Linked to Indiana Wal-Mart
Since late May, there have been at least 84 cases of Salmonella poisoning (salmonellosis) reported in Marion and surrounding counties in Indiana. Ten of those victims ended up in the hospital. Indiana health officials have released information on the source of the outbreak.  The source is the deli and bakery areas of the Wal-Mart on 1133 North Emerson in Greenwood, Indiana.  Learn more about the Salmonella poisoning outbreak linked to the Greenwood, Indiana, Wal-Mart deli and bakery areas.

Young Ohio E. coli Outbreak Victim Dies
A Cambridge, Ohio, toddler may have died from complications of an E. coli infection.  According to a story in The Daily Jeffersonian, the Cambridge-Guernsey County Health Department is investigating three confirmed reports of E. coli affecting Guernsey County residents, including the case that reportedly claimed the life of the Cambridge toddler.  The paper was not able confirm the girl died of E. coli as of press time Thursday.  Read more about the Ohio E. coli outbreak.

Press Release: Tracing E. coli outbreak to source can help prevent further tragedies
Minneapolis, MN (Pritzker | Ruohonen & Associates, P.A.) August 24, 2006 - A break in the Minnesota investigation of the Longville E. coli outbreak occurred during a routine inspection of a meat processing plant.  Samples obtained in that inspection contained the same strain of E. coli O157:H7 as associated with meatballs served at a potluck. Further investigation revealed that ground beef from that meat plant had been sold at a Longville-area grocery store during the outbreak.  Read the press release. 

Longville, Minnesota, E. coli Outbreak Claims a Life
Carolyn Hawkinson of Longville, Minnesota, died from complications of an E. coli infection.  Our thoughts and prayers are with the family today.  Services for Mrs. Hawkinson will be held today at Salem Lutheran Church in Longville.  Read more about the Longville E. coli outbreak that has claimed the life of Carolyn Hawkinson.

Jackson, Tennessee, Salmonella Outbreak
According to a story in the Jackson Sun (Jackson, Tennessee), 30 to 40 people who claimed to have eaten barbecue at Latham’s Meat Co., a Jackson, Tennessee, restaurant, tested positive for Salmonella. Health officials have not confirmed that the source of the outbreak was barbecue served at the restaurant.  Learn more about Salmonella infections that may be associated with Latham's Meat Co. in Jackson, Tennessee.

Closter, New Jersey, E. coli Outbreak Linked to Day Camp
The New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services is investigating fourteen (14) probable cases of E. coli O157:H7 poisoning that have been linked to Palisades Country Day Camp & School in Closter, New Jersey.  Eight (8) people have been hospitalized, most of them 5-year-old girls.  All eight were treated for severe dehydration and have been released.  Learn more about the New Jersey E. coli outbreak linked to a day camp.

Press Release: E. coli Outbreak in Longville, Minnesota
Minnesota food safety laws exempt potlucks from licensure requirements and food inspections.  Nonetheless, retail suppliers and manufacturers of ingredients for potluck dishes, must maintain sanitary conditions.  Foodborne illness lawyer Fred Pritzker, who represented victims of a 2005 E. coli outbreak linked to Dole prepackaged salads, emphasizes that the underlying cause of this outbreak is unknown.  “In the 2005 outbreak, investigators first linked the outbreak to Rainbow stores and only later determined that Dole salads were the source,” said Pritzker.  “The Longville outbreak may still be traced back to a particular product.”  Read the press release regarding the E. coli outbreak in Longville, Minnesota.

Longville, Minnesota, E. coli Outbreak
Pritzker | Ruohonen, a Minnesota law firm, is monitoring an E. coli outbreak that may be linked to a potluck held on July 19 at Salem Lutheran Church in Longville, Minnesota.  Fifteen (15) people have reported suffering from symptoms of E. coli, one of the most dangerous foodborne pathogens.  Of these fifteen people, four (4) have tested positive for E. coli O157:H7.  Two of the four are seriously ill.  Learn more about legal representation for the Longville, Minnesota, E. coli Outbreak.

Utah E. coli Outbreak Linked to Lettuce Prepared at a Wendy's Restaurant
Pritzker | Ruohonen is monitoring the Utah E. coli outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce prepared by the Wendy’s Restaurant at 2500 N. 400 E. in North Ogden, Utah.  According to the Weber-Morgan Health Department, four (4) people have confirmed E. coli O121:H19, a serious foodborne illness that can cause severe dehydration, bloody diarrhea (intestinal hemorrhaging) and hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS).  Learn more about the Utah E. coli outbreak linked to lettuce prepared at a Wendy's Restaurant.

Fecal Matter in Water Possible Cause of Campylobacter and Norovirus Infections Linked to Camp Grace in Wyoming
88 campers reported gastrointestinal illness after attending Camp Grace in Wyoming.  Tests on 12 of the case patients confirmed six (6) cases of Campylobacter jejuni (campy)  infections and nine cases of confirmed norovirus infections. Learn more about Campylobacter and norovirus linked to Grace Bible Camp in Wyoming.

Suspected Norovirus Outbreak at Borders HQ in Ann Arbor, Michigan
A suspected Norovirus outbreak has sickened about 170 people who work at Borders corporate headquarters in Ann Arbor, Michigan.   According to a story in The Ann Arbor News, a source for the outbreak has not been identified. Learn more about the suspected Norovirus outbreak at Borders HQ in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

Minnesota Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Frozen Chicken Entrees
Health officials have linked two recent Minnesota salmonellosis outbreaks to frozen, single-serving, chicken entrees.  These products have been sold under various labels and are characterized as pre-browned, microwavable, and stuffed or filled. One Minnesota outbreak has sickened 26 people; the other, 3 people. At least 34 people from other states have also fallen ill. Read the Minnesota Department of Health news release regarding the Minnesota Salmonella outbreak linked to frozen chicken entrees and the Pritzker | Ruohonen news release regarding labeling on frozen, raw, chicken products.

Norovirus at Sacred Heart Medical Center in Spokane, Washington
On July 14, 2006, Sacred Heart Medical Center confirmed that 37 people have contracted norovirus in the adult psych department at Sacred Heart Medical Center in Spokane, Washington. According to officials at Sacred Heart Medical, the Norovirus outbreak has been confined to this unit.

4 Young Children Diagnosed with Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome in Nebraska
(Updated information) - Four (4) children who attend Here Wee Grow day care center in Sidney, Nebraska, are being treated for hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS), a life-threatening illness that destroys red blood cells and can cause kidney failure.  We spoke with the Nebraska Department of Health this morning.  It is suspected but still not confirmed that the four children have E. coli 1057:H7 poisoning.  There are other children who attend Here Wee Grow who have been sickened during this possible E. coli outbreak. These children had symptoms of E. coli poisoning but did not develop hemolytic uremic syndrome.   

E. coli May Have Sickened Three Children in Nebraska
The law firm of Pritzker | Ruohonen & Associates, P.A. is investigating a possible E. coli outbreak linked to a Nebraska day care center. Three toddlers who attend Here Wee Grow day care center in Sidney, Nebraska, have developed hemolytic uremic syndrome. Learn more about the possible E. coli outbreak traced to a Nebraska day care.

Norovirus Traced to La Fiesta Restaurant
A confirmed Norovirus outbreak has been traced to La Fiesta Restaurant in Troy, Ohio. 120 people who ate at La Fiesta Restaurant on June 23 and June 24, 2006, reported flu-like symptoms consistent with Norovirus, a highly-contagious foodborne illness. Five samples of leftover food eaten at La Fiesta Restaurant on June 23 and 24 tested positive for fecal contamination. Learn more about the Norovirus outbreak traced to La Fiesta Restaurant.

Ohio Norovirus Outbreak
According to a story in the Toledo Blade, potato salad provided by Nick & Jimmy's Bar According to a story in the Toledo Blade, potato salad provided by Nick According to a story in the Toledo Blade, potato salad provided by Nick & Jimmy's Bar According to a story in the Toledo Blade, potato salad provided by Nick & Jimmy's Bar According to a story in the Toledo Blade, potato salad provided by Nick & Jimmy's Bar According to a story in the Toledo Blade, potato salad provided by Nick & Jimmy's Bar & Grill, a Toledo restaurant, is being investigated as the likely source of a Norovirus food poisoning outbreak in Bowling Green, Ohio, that sickened as many as 100 people.  Nick & Jimmy’s served the potato salad at a graduation party in the Bowling Green area on June 15. Read more about the Ohio Norovirus outbreak in our food poisoning law blog.

Norovirus Outbreak at Ames Special Olympics
We are investigating a possible Norovirus outbreak at the Ames, Iowa, Special Olympics. According to a story in the Des Moines Register, health officials are still unsure of the source of the Norovirus outbreak.  At least 50 were reported ill and as many as 10 were hospitalized.  Learn more about the Norovirus outbreak at the Ames, Iowa, Special Olympics at our food poisoning law blog.

Norovirus Sickens Participants in Biking Across Kansas Tour
Norovirus has sickened at least 12 participants in the annual Biking Across Kansas (B.A.K.) tour, a recreational bicycle tour that crosses the state of Kansas in eight days. Health officials are unsure of the source of the outbreak. Read more about the Norovirus outbreak on our food poisoning law blog.

Hepatitis A Outbreak at Sharky's Restaurant
June 17, 2006–Tillamook County health officials are investigating a hepatitis A outbreak linked to Sharky's Restaurant in Rockaway Beach, Oregon.  People who ate at Sharky's Restaurant between April 15 and April 30 may be starting to get sick and should watch for hepatitis A symptoms. Read more about hepatitis A and the outbreak at Sharky's Restaurant.

Salmonella Outbreak at Café Barbette
At least 40 people who ate at Café Barbette located in Minneapolis, Minnesota, have been sickened by the Salmonella bacteria, a foodborne pathogen that causes severe flu-like symptoms.  Infection with Salmonella bacteria can lead to severe dehydration. Health officials have not confirmed a source of the outbreak. Read more about Salmonella at the Café Barbette on our food poisoning law blog.

Possible Food Poisoning at Watertown Wedding Reception
June 9, 2006 - State of Connecticut health officials are looking into a possible food poisoning outbreak in Watertown, Connecticut, that may have sickened dozens of people, some seriously. On June 2, 2006, almost 200 people attended a wedding reception at the Grand Oak Villa banquet facility.  People reportedly began getting sick about a day after the wedding reception.  Health officials are investigating possible sources for the apparent outbreak, including food served by the caterer of the wedding reception.

Campylobacter Confirmed in Ashland County
June 8, 2006 – Ashland County, Wisconsin, suspects an outbreak of Campylobacter that may be related to an unpasteurized dairy product.  One person has been confirmed with Campylobacter, and 12 others have reported symptoms consistent with Campylobacter poisoning. Learn more about Campylobacter in Ashland County.

Milk Probable Source of Campylobacter in California Prisons
June 4, 2006 – It is not often that milk is the source of Campylobacter, but the California Department of Health Services is looking at milk as the only food item that could be connected to the Campylobacter outbreak that sickened over 1,300 inmates at 11 California prisons and other corrections facilities.  However, investigators have not found Campylobacter in any of the milk samples or on the milk processing equipment at the Deuel Vocational Institution farm in Tracy, California, which supplies milk to California prisons, including those involved in the current outbreak.

(Source: Associated Press)

Possible Food Poisoning at Casa di Borally
June 2, 2006 – Food poisoning may have sickened nearly 100 guests at a wedding reception Saturday at Casa di Borally, a popular banquet hall in Richmond Heights, Ohio.  Several people were hospitalized.  The food served at Casa di Borally included beef tenderloin, chicken piccata, cavatelli and antipasto hors d'oeuvres at the Chardon Road party center.  Cuyahoga County health officials are interviewing members of the wedding party and guests to try determine the source of the illness. Learn about foodborne illness.

Possible Foodborne Outbreak in Plympton, Massachusetts
The Massachusetts Department of Public Health is investigating a possible food poisoning outbreak in Plympton, Massachusetts.  20 people who attended a May 13 birthday party in Plympton became ill; 3 of them were hospitalized.  Food for the party came from Konditor Meister bakery in Braintree, Vin and Eddie’s Ristorante in Abington, and BJ’s Wholesale Club in Plymouth. Learn more about food poisoning and attorney Fred Pritzker.

Norovirus Claims Another Life
Another resident of the Cascade Inn retirement center has died from complications related to Norovirus poisoning. The resident’s death is the 5th norovirus-related death in Clark County, Washington, this spring.  3 other residents of the Cascade Inn and a resident of Echo Ridge in La Center, a small adult care center, have also died.  Learn more about the Norovirus outbreak at the Cascade inn in Vancouver, Washington.

Second E. coli Outbreak Hits Toledo, Ohio
May 25, 2006 – Toledo, Ohio has had two E. coli outbreaks in less than 9 months.  The most recent outbreak began in April. According to health officials, there are 8 confirmed cases of E. coli from the April 2006 E. coli outbreak.   One 5-year-old boy is hospitalized.  Learn more about the Toledo, Ohio, E. coli outbreaks.

Campylobacter Outbreaks in California Correctional Facilities
Over 1,300 inmates in 11 California prisons have become ill in the past week.  Campylobacter has been confirmed at Tracy's Deuel Vocational Institution and Ione's Mule Creek State Prison.  Campylobacter is a foodborne pathogen that causes flu-like symptoms and can cause serious illness in victims with a weakened immune system. Learn more about the Campylobactor outbreaks in California correctional facilities.

E. coli Confirmed in Monett, Missouri
May 24, 2006 – One child that attends school in Monett, Missouri has been diagnosed with E. coli.  Barry County health officials have been working on collecting stool samples from students at the school.  5 of the samples are being tested.  The investigation is in its early stages.

Suspected Norovirus at Speak Easy in Moorhead, Minnesota
Norovirus is suspected after nearly 40 people became ill after eating at theSpeak Easy, a popular restaurant in Moorhead, Minnesota. According to health officials, 33 cases of illness have been documented and 5 are still pending.  Given the symptoms of the illness and that patrons of the Speak Easy in Moorhead became ill within 48 hours of eating at the restaurant, health officials strongly suspect norovirus as the cause of the illness.

More Students and Staff of Ellsworth Elementary Sickened
May 18, 2006 (update) – 200 students and 70 staff at Ellsworth Elementary in Evergreen, Washington, have now been sickened by what health officials suspect is Norovirus.

Bravo Italian Cucina (Kithchen) Food Poisoning Outbreak
May 17, 2006 – Norovirus has been confirmed as the foodborne pathogen behind the hundereds of cases of food poisoning at Bravo Italian Cucina (Kitchen).   Learn more about Norovirus poisoning at Bravo Cucina Italiana (Bravo Italian Kitchen) in Lansing, Michigan.

Norovirus suspected at Ellsworth Elementary School in Evergreen, Washington
May 16, 2006 – Over 130 students and staff at Ellsworth Elementary School in Evergreen, Washington, have reported having symptoms consistent with Norovirus—vomiting, diarrhea and nausea.

More Reports of Illness Connected to Bravo Cucina Italiana in Lansing, Michigan
May 15, 2006 – As the CDC and Ingham County health officials continue to investigate the food poisoning outbreak connected to Bravo Cucina Italiana in Lansing, Michigan, more people report having become ill.  To date, the number of reported cases is at around 360.  Lab results are not in regarding the foodborne pathogen that is causing the illnesses.  We will continue to monitor the situation.  Learn more about food poisoning at Bravo Cucina Italiana in Lansing, Michigan.

2 New Cases of Hepatitis A Confirmed in New Jersey
May 13, 2006 (Update on New Jersey Hepatitis A outbreak) – Two 11-year-old boys have been confirmed to have hepatitis A.  One of the boys attends Orange Avenue School, the same school attended by the other 3 children with confirmed hepatitis A.

Suspected Food Poisoning at Bravo Cucina Italiana in Lansing Michigan
A May 2006 food poisoning outbreak in Lansing, Michigan, has been linked to an area restaurant, Bravo Cucina Italiana.  To date, about 280 people have reported becoming sick after eating at the restaurant.  Health officials suspect Norovirus.  (See update above.)

3 New Jersey Students Infected with Hepatitis A
May 11, 2006 – (New Jersey Star-Ledger) At least three students at an elementary school in Cranford have recently been infected with the hepatitis A virus, and health officials said yesterday they have not yet determined the source of the contamination. All of the students are 11-year-old female fifth-graders at the Orange Avenue School who be came ill last week.  School Superintendent Lawrence Feinsod was cited as saying contamination through the handling of food in the school's cafeteria has been effectively ruled out because all of the victims are from the same grade, adding, "Had it come from the cafeteria, the contamination would have been more widespread throughout the school.

Food Source Found for Corky & Lenny's Salmonella Outbreak
(Updated information) The February 2006 Salmonella outbreak in Lansing, Michigan, has been linked to a liver sandwich served at an area restaurant Corky & Lenny's.  The oil used to roll matzo balls and moisten the liver before serving also tested positive for Salmonella.  As of May 5, 2006, there were 48 confirmed cases of Salmonella poisoning and 64 probable cases.   Read more about the Salmonella outbreak linked to Corky & Lenny's.

Shigella Outbreak in Brunswick, Georgia, Sickens 2 Children
Two children who attend the Family and Children’s Education Services (FACES) center in Brunswick, Georgia, have been diagnosed with shigellosis.  The 320 students ages 3 to 5 who attend the FACES program in Brunswick, Georgia, are at risk for infection with the Shigella bacteria, which is the cause of shigellosis.  Learn more about the Shigella outbreak linked to FACES in Brunswick, Georgia.

Norovirus Outbreak at the Cascade Inn in Vancouver, Washington

April 10, 2006 – The Norovirus outbreak at the Cascade Inn retirement home in Vancouver, Washington, has sickened 100 people as of 10 a.m. today. This includes 68 residents, 23 staff, 8 members of American Medical Response, and one visitor. Since the outbreak began, a total of three residents have died; all were elderly and had other underlying medical conditions.  Read more about the Norovirus outbreak at the Cascade Inn.

Norovirus Suspected in Oregon Outbreaks
A suspected Norovirus outbreak in Wilsonville, Oregon, has sickened over 50 people.  36 residents and 15 staff at Wilsonville Senior Living Facility have become ill with the flu-like symptoms that are indicative of Norovirus.  One visitor to the facility has also become ill.  Health officials are investigating whether there is a link to another apparent Norovirus outbreak at North Albany Community Church.  Learn about Norovirus.

Rhode Island Norovirus Outbreak Linked to Bocce Club
According to the Rhode Island Department of Health, 80% of the 190 fathers and daughters who attended a father-daughter dinner at the Bocce Club, a Woonsocket, Rhode Island, catering hall, fell ill with Norovirus. Read more about the Norovirus outbreak linked to the Bocce Club.

Norovirus Suspected in Billings Foodborne Outbreak
A suspected Norovirus outbreak in Wilsonville, Oregon, has sickened over 50 people.  36 residents and 15 staff at Wilsonville Senior Living Facility have become ill with the flu-like symptoms that are indicative of Norovirus.  One visitor to the facility has also become ill.  Health officials are investigating whether there is a link to another apparent Norovirus outbreak at North Albany Community Church.  Learn about the Billings, Montana, Norovirus outbreak.

Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Sushi King Restaurant
February 24, 2006–A Salmonella outbreak in Bentonville, Arkansas, is linked to the Sushi King Restaurant. At least 89 people have become ill after eating at the Sushi King during the first two weeks of February. Learn more about legal representation for the Arkansas Salmonella outbreak linked to the Sushi King Restaurant.

Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Corky and Lenny's
February 23, 2006–According to Cuyahoga County health officials, there have been 71 reports of people becoming ill after eating at Corky & Lenny's, a Woodmere, Ohio, restaurant. 23 cases of Salmonella have been confirmed, and 20 people have been hospitalized. Learn more about the Ohio Salmonella food poisoning outbreak linked to Corky & Lenny's.

Norovirus Outbreak Linked to the Drake Hotel
February 9, 2006–Chicago Department of Health investigators have confirmed that just over 150 guests and employees of the Drake Hotel have reported symptoms consistent with norovirus infection—and all appear to be linked to visits to the hotel last weekend. While the final source of the illness outbreak will never be known with 100 percent certainty, health officials believe the outbreak occurred through a combination of infected food and person-to-person contact. Learn more about the Chicago food poisoning/Norovirus linked to the Drake Hotel.

Hepatitis A Outbreak Linked to the Bamboo Grill
February 8, 2006–Maricopa County health officials have confirmed 10 cases of hepatitis A in people who worked or ate at a Phoenix, Arizona, restaurant, the Bamboo Grill. Learn more about hepatitis A linked to the Bamboo Grill in Phoenix, Arizona.

Norovirus Outbreak Linked to Carrabba's Italian Grill
February 3, 2006–the Barry-Eaton District Health Department reports that dozens of people have become sick after eating at Carrabba's Italian Grill in Lansing, Michigan. Health officials suspect a Norwalk-like virus (also called Norovirus).  Most food poisoning incidents in the United States are caused by Norwalk-like viruses (Norovirus).  Learn more about Norovirus outbreaks and the Michigan food poisoning outbreak linked to food at Carrabba's Italian Grill.

Food Poisoning: Attorney Files E. coli Lawsuit against Dole
Pritzker | Ruohonen, a Minneapolis, Minnesota, law firm specializing in foodborne illness litigation, has filed the first lawsuit arising from the recent E. coli outbreak associated with Dole pre-packaged salads. The lawsuit, filed in Hennepin County, Minnesota, was brought on behalf of a suburban Minneapolis woman and alleges personal injury due to the Minnesota E. coli 0157:H7 outbreak. Read more about the Minnesota E. coli lawsuit.

Los Angeles Hepatitis A Outbreak
Los Angeles County public health officials have released the names of two sources of the hepatitis outbreaks in California last fall. A popular mexican restaurant, La Golondrina, and a catering company, Silver Grill Catering, served food that made over 30 people ill. Learn more about the Los Angeles, California, hepatitis outbreaks.

Food Poisoning Outbreak at Illinois School
January 19, 2006– The Peoria (Illinois) Journal Star reported that 35 children became ill after eating school cafeteria food. Only weeks before, 85 children in the same school district had also become ill after eating similar food at 5 elementary schools. Both incidents involved flour tortillas.  On January 25, the FDA posted a press release announcing the voluntary recall of Del Rey flour tortillas. 

New York Listeria Outbreak
A victim of the Syracuse Listeriosis outbreak has died.  Health officials have not linked the outbreak to any specific food source. Click here for more information on the Syracuse-area listeriosis outbreak.

South Carolina Salmonella Outbreak
Pritzkerlaw team investigates serious Salmonella outbreak in Camden, South Carolina .  The outbreak has been linked to undercooked turkey served at the Old South restaurant.

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