Posted on June 08, 2018 in Food poisoning attorney

Food poisoning is no joke. There are many different ways you can become ill from consuming contaminated food, and some of these illnesses can have serious complications or even result in death.

One particular outbreak we are following, the E.Coli outbreak linked to romaine lettuce grown in the Yuma region of Arizona, has resulted in five deaths as of May 30, 2018. We have discussed this outbreak before – in our last blog post on the outbreak, it had sickened 98 victims in 22 states, and no deaths had been reported in conjunction with it. Though E.Coli symptoms usually subside within a few days through rest and rehydration, it can progress to hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS), a dangerous kidney condition that can result in a victim's death if he or she does not receive prompt, appropriate medical care. HUS is treatable with dialysis, IV fluid replacement, and blood and platelet transfusions, but can lead to kidney failure when the victim does not receive this care.

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 Posted on May 19, 2018 in Food Poisoning

An E.Coli outbreak linked to romaine lettuce grown in the Yuma region of Arizona has been making its way across the United States for more than two months now. The last time we discussed this outbreak, 98 people in 22 states had fallen ill and no deaths had been reported. Now, the illness count is up to 121, illnesses have been reported in 25 states, and one person has died. That person was in California.

Although food poisoning is usually a minor issue, it can be deadly. Certain food-related illnesses are more likely to be deadly than others, but all can potentially lead to complications that put the victim at risk of suffering worsened symptoms and death.

How E.Coli Kills Victims

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 Posted on May 19, 2018 in Salmonella

In the weeks since we last reported on the salmonella outbreak that led to one of the largest egg recalls in United States history, the illnesses have only spread and the hospitalizations have only increased. As of May 2018, 207 million eggs have been recalled and 35 people have reported falling ill.

Eggs are one of the most commonly consumed foods in the United States. In addition to being a breakfast staple, they are a critical ingredient in many baked goods and an emulsifier for many food products. Eggs as ingredients are difficult to avoid, which means that an individual can still be at risk of contracting salmonella or another type of food poisoning if he or she chooses to avoid eggs.

Updated Outbreak Facts and Statistics

As of May 2018, these are the facts about the salmonella outbreak:

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 Posted on May 01, 2018 in Food poisoning attorney

A recent E.Coli outbreak linked to romaine lettuce has 98 victims ill as of late April 2017. This number could be higher and continue to grow because there is typically a two-week period between when an individual begins to experience E.Coli poisoning symptoms and when he or she is recognized to be a victim of an outbreak.

This outbreak was linked to romaine lettuce grown in the Yuma, Arizona growing region. Food poisoning experts at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention advise consumers to avoid all romaine lettuce unless they can personally verify that it was not grown in the Yuma region. Restaurants and other food retailers have been advised not to sell romaine lettuce from the region.

Currently, 98 people from 22 states have fallen ill from consuming the contaminated lettuce. Although no deaths have been reported in conjunction with this outbreak, 46 people have been hospitalized. 10 of these hospitalized victims suffered from hemolytic uremic syndrome, or HUS.

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 Posted on April 20, 2018 in Salmonella

Due to salmonella outbreak, more than 206 million eggs were recalled by their producer, Rose Acre Farm. Salmonella, a type of food poisoning, can be quite dangerous for victims, especially the elderly, young children, and individuals with compromised immune systems. In rare cases, it can be deadly.

If you have eggs that were recalled in your home, get rid of them or return them to the store where your purchased them to have your money refunded. Under no circumstances should you eat them or serve them to another person or an animal. To see if the eggs in your refrigerator were recalled, check their package to see their plant number and Julian date range. The plant number on the recalled eggs is P-1065 and the date range is 011 through 102. If you or your child became ill after consuming eggs from this batch, you could be entitled to monetary compensation for your damages.

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 Posted on April 15, 2018 in E. Coli

A recent E.Coli outbreak that caused 17 illnesses in seven states likely got its start at Panera Bread locations in New Jersey, according to state health officials and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). As of early April 2018, there were eight reported cases of E.Coli poisoning connected with Panera Bread locations in central New Jersey. Additional cases linked to this outbreak were reported in Ohio, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Washington, and Missouri.

In total, the 17 reported illnesses resulted in six hospitalizations. The victims are primarily female and between the ages of 12 and 84. The illnesses reported so far occurred in March 2018. Like many other types of food poisoning, E.Coli is typically not harmful to adults with healthy immune systems, but can cause victims to suffer unpleasant symptoms.

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 Posted on March 31, 2018 in Food borne illness

Spring is here, and for many people in Illinois and across the United States, that means it is time to venture outdoors again after a long winter in hibernation. As flowers bloom and trees regrow their leaves, enjoying a picnic in a park can be a relaxing way to welcome warm spring weather.

Your picnic will not be much fun if you or somebody else who attended falls ill with food poisoning in the days that follow. As the picnic planner, you can take steps to protect yourself and your guests from becoming ill after eating from your picnic basket. The following tips will help you keep food out of the danger zone and prevent cross-contamination.

Keep Everything Separated

Every dish should be kept in a separate container. This will prevent cross-contamination, the transfer of harmful bacteria from one food item to another.

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 Posted on March 31, 2018 in Food Poisoning

In March 2018, PDX Aromatics recalled many of its kratom products amid concerns that the products could be contaminated with Salmonella. These products include white vein powder products, capsule products, and red vein powder products. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) posted a comprehensive list of all the products recalled and their lot numbers to its website.

Food poisoning does not always come from food. In this case, consumers of an alternative medicine product faced a risk of contracting Salmonella poisoning. It is an herbal drug taken from Mitragyna speciosa, a species of evergreen tree in the coffee family. Kratom is usually sold and consumed in its powder form, which can be swallowed in capsules or made into a paste to be taken with water.

What Does Kratom do?

Although kratom has been used in Southeast Asia for centuries, many Americans are unaware of its use or benefits. Kratom is a stimulant at low doses and a sedative at high doses. It can be used as a painkiller and an aid in recovery from opioid recovery. It can also put the user into a dreamlike or euphoric state. Although kratom is legal to purchase and consume in the United States, it is banned in many other countries, such as Thailand and Australia.

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 Posted on March 11, 2018 in Food poisoning attorney

According to a report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) filed in early March 2018, 170 people became ill after consuming chicken salad that was contaminated with Salmonella Typhimurium. Of these victims, 62 were hospitalized for their symptoms.

The food poisoning cases related to this outbreak occurred in seven states - Texas, Illinois, Minnesota, Nebraska, Iowa, Indiana, and South Dakota. The outbreak was linked to chicken salad produced by Triple T Specialty Meats, which was sold in Fareway supermarkets. Of the people who became ill, 66% were female. Victims ranged in age from 7 to 89 years old with a median age of 59. No deaths were reported in conjunction to this outbreak.

Product Recalled Amid Safety Concerns

The chicken salad linked to the illnesses was produced between January 2, 2018 and February 7, 2018. After reports of illnesses were linked to the product, Triple T Specialty Meats voluntarily recalled all remaining packages of the chicken salad from store shelves.

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 Posted on March 03, 2018 in Food poisoning attorney

Reports of vomiting, nausea, and diarrhea from individuals who attended a February 2018 fundraising event for the conservation group We Are Outdoors in Ohio have local health officials concerned that there could be a food poisoning outbreak in the area. 24 people who were at the event reported symptoms that could mean a few different types of food poisoning, such as norovirus, Salmonella, E.Coli, or Clostridium perfringens. Local health officials cannot determine a specific bacterial or viral cause of the attendees' symptoms just yet, but are currently investigating the situation.

Few Details for the Outbreak Yet

Health department officials reported that they do not know much about the outbreak yet, other than that 24 people who were at the event reported feeling ill afterward. Their illnesses could have been caused by one or more of the following:

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