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Protecting families from contaminated food and water
October 23, 2023
Escherichia coli, commonly known as E. coli, is a type of bacteria that can cause a range of health issues, from mild stomach discomfort to severe complications. The E. Coli lawyers at the Lange Law Firm emphasize the importance of… read more
Huntley High School E. coli Outbreak
September 24, 2023
A press release from McHenry County Department of Health on September 21, 2023, confirms an E. coli outbreak at Huntley High School, a grade 9-12 school with over 3000 students in Huntley Community School District 158. So far there have… read more
New Strain of E. coli Discovered
August 24, 2023
You may have noticed quite a few reports of foodborne illness linked to the Escherichia coli (E. coli) bacteria over the past few years. Recent information indicates that a new strain of E. coli could be responsible for those illnesses…. read more
Toddler Dies and 14 Others Sickened in Farming Camp E. coli Outbreak
August 8, 2023
A recent Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR) Notes from the Field, issued by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), took a look back at a 2022 outbreak that resulted in the death of 1 child and illness… read more
What to Do if You Suspect an E. coli Outbreak
March 30, 2023
While most strains of E. coli are harmless, some can cause foodborne illness, ranging from mild to severe. Therefore, E. coli outbreaks can potentially have severe consequences, including hospitalizations and even deaths. If you suspect an E. coli outbreak, it… read more
10 Sick in Kentucky E. coli Outbreak
October 22, 2021
A small outbreak of a specific strain of E. coli has been reported, with many of the cases in adults residing in western Kentucky. No deaths linked to the outbreak have been reported but six people have been hospitalized. Public… read more
Yogurt E. coli Outbreak Sickens 11 Kids
July 1, 2021
An outbreak of E. coli, which is believed to have started in early March, now includes 11 confirmed cases, including six children under the age of 10. The ongoing investigation by the Washington State Department of Health (DOH) has identified… read more
Several Maquoketa Iowa Children Have E. coli – Source a Mystery
June 10, 2021
Several news outlets out of Maquoketa, Iowa are reporting severe E. coli illnesses in children – some of which have developed a rare, life-threatening complication. Some of these children have developed hemolytic uremic syndrome, or HUS, which can lead to… read more
May 27, 2021
Escherichia coli (abbreviated as E. Coli) bacteria can be found in the intestines of animals and humans. Most strains of E. Coli are harmless and are part of a healthy intestinal tract. However, some strains cause illnesses that can be… read more
Officials Warn of E. coli Maine Deli Exposure
May 21, 2021
In the press release, the Maine CDC stated that an infected worker at Morse’s Sauerkraut handled deli food while infectious from April 1 through May 13. They state that people who purchased food from the deli in this E. coli… read more