Did You Get Food Poisoning While Aboard a Cruise Ship?
It is widely known that most cruise liners provide food on the cruise ship as part of the package the consumer buys when purchasing a cruise line ticket. Food-borne illnesses can be anything from E-coli[1] to Salmonella[2]. When something as serious as a bacterial or fungal disease results from eating the food you received on a cruise ship, you may be entitled to compensation.
Read MoreBaby Formula Linked to Higher Rates of Necrotizing Enterocolitis in Infants
Litigation This litigation surrounds defendants that knew their baby formulas cause necrotizing enterocolitis in infants and newborns. Necrotizing Enterocolitis (NEC) According to kidshealth.org, necrotizing enterocolitis is the most common and serious intestinal disease among premature babies. It happens when tissue in the small or large intestine is injured or inflamed. This can lead to
Read MoreJimmy Johns Sprouts Linked to E. coli Outbreak
The FDA and CDC have increased the number of people affected in the Jimmy Johns sprouts outbreak to 25. The agencies tied the raw sprouts to an E. coli outbreak. The sprouts were also sold at Whole Foods and other retailers, and distributed to unknown entities. There is a six-state outbreak that injured 39 people. There
Read MoreFederal Agency Coverup E. coli Outbreak at Subway
Federal officials from the FDA and CDC silently released information that at least four states had patients with confirmed E. coli after eating at the popular chain, Subway. The agencies didn’t release specifics on the patients. About E.Coli E. Coli is bacteria that normally live in the intestines of healthy people and animals. While most strains
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FDA Releases Report on E. coli Romaine Outbreak Cause
Last fall, 167 people in 16 states became infected with E. coli. All consumed infected romaine lettuce grown in Salinas, California. From September through December, out of the 167 people infected 85 needed to go to the hospital. Also, 15 developed a syndrome of kidney failure. About E. coli E. coli are bacteria that normally
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Norovirus Outbreak Tied to Delivered Food
More and more people are turning to food delivery symptoms to acquire nourishment during this pandemic. However, there is currently a norovirus outbreak associated with delivered food. About Norovirus Norovirus infection occurs most frequently in closed and crowded environments such as hospitals, nursing homes, child care centers, schools, and cruise ships. Because there are multiple strains
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Third Mushroom Listeria Outbreak Injures Many
The FDA now warns against the third brand of imported enoki mushrooms under recall because of links to a Listeria outbreak that has sickened dozens. Listeria infection is a foodborne bacterial illness that can be very serious for pregnant women and people with impaired immune systems. Improperly processed deli meats and unpasteurized milk products breed the
Read MoreLouisiana Casino Norovirus Outbreak
A southwestern Louisiana casino norovirus outbreak has left at least 200 people sick and has prompted an investigation by state health officials and the CDC. The outbreak is spreading to nearby parishes. Many people are worried. About Norovirus Norovirus infection occurs most frequently in closed and crowded environments such as hospitals, nursing homes, child care
Read MoreChipotle Whistleblower Exposes Company-Wide Food Safety Issues
A Chipotle whistleblower approached a labor union and exposed company-wide food safety issues where managers take shortcuts that reduce food safety. A report of all the issues describes the restaurant chain not doing anything to reform company policy after multiple E. coli outbreaks. About E.Coli E.Coli is bacteria that normally live in the intestines of healthy
Read MoreHardboiled Egg Pro2Snax Snacks Linked to Listeria
Reichel Foods Inc. is recalling Pro2Snax snack packs that include whole, hard-boiled eggs in relation to a contaminated production plant and a deadly Listeria outbreak. Anyone who bought this snack should be aware of its dangers. About Listeria Listeria infection is a foodborne bacterial illness that can be very serious for pregnant women and people with
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