Posted on February 06, 2016 in Food Poisoning

When you are on a diet or looking to bulk up, you might choose to replace or supplement your meals with nutrition shakes. You probably never think that you are exposed to hazards by consuming these shakes but the truth is, you can be. Recently, a man in Otero County and ten others reported falling ill from Garden of Life Raw Meal Organic Shake and Meal products. These cases were caused by Salmonella virchow, a strain of salmonella that can cause individuals to become ill.

Salmonella virchow and other types of bacteria can cause food poisoning, which can lead to significant damages for an affected individual. If you have suffered from food poisoning because of another party's failure to properly clean, store, transport, or prepare food, you could be entitled to monetary compensation for these damages. Work with an experienced food poisoning attorney to get started on your case.

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 Posted on January 31, 2016 in Food Poisoning

As we move into 2016, it is important that we do not forget the food poisoning outbreaks that caused so many of us to become ill last year. When we forget about previous health scares, we tend to become lax with food safety and put ourselves in a position to become ill again. Be vigilant this year by understanding how dangerous bacteria spreads, how it grows, and how you can reduce your risk of falling ill from food poisoning.

Take note of one of the recurring themes in the list below: salmonella. Salmonella poisoning can be especially pervasive because it can be found in a large variety of food products. Protect yourself and your family from salmonella poisoning by practicing safe food handling techniques.

Sushi Tuna Salmonella Outbreak

The fourth-largest food poisoning outbreak of 2015 was a salmonella outbreak found in frozen raw yellowfin tuna for sushi and sashimi dishes. The affected tuna came from a processing plant in Indonesia owned by the Osamu Corporation. 65 cases of illness were reported, 11 of which required victims to be hospitalized. These reports came from 11 states. The company recalled its tuna in response to the reports of food poisoning.

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 Posted on January 25, 2016 in Food Poisoning

Usually, food poisoning resolves itself within a few days or a week. After eating a contaminated food product, you might experience some unpleasant symptoms and have to miss a day or two of work but generally, these effects are fairly short-lived. However, not everyone is so lucky.
Pregnant women, the elderly, individuals with weakened immune systems, and young children can face far more severe health complications caused by food poisoning. If you are a member of one of these groups or a parent of a young child, be mindful of the ways that food poisoning can become a life-altering illness for you or your child.

Your Kidneys Could Fail

Hemolytic uremic syndrome is a condition that occurs when the red blood cells are damaged prematurely and they kidneys become overburdened by the process of discarding them. This is perhaps the most serious health complication that can occur as a result of food poisoning. Hemolytic uremic syndrome is linked to E.coli, which can be transmitted to humans through contaminated meat or contact with the feces of an infected human or animal.

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 Posted on January 17, 2016 in Food Poisoning

A recent report by Michigan State University discusses exactly how damaging food poisoning can be. In many cases, food poisoning can cause a victim to suffer significant health problems or even die if it is left untreated. This is why it is so important that you seek medical care for your illness as soon as you begin to feel the symptoms of food poisoning. Although food poisoning can often resolve itself within a few days, it can sometimes become a serious illness. This is especially true for individuals with weakened immune systems such as the elderly, infants and young children, and pregnant women.

It can be difficult to trace food poisoning to a specific source. To make it easier to determine when and how you became ill, try to remember what you ate within the 24-48 hour period before your symptoms began to appear. If you ate with others, ask them if they are experiencing any similar symptoms to narrow down the cause of your illness. If your food poisoning was caused by another party's failure to safely store, prepare, or clean food, you can potentially recover compensation for your losses through a personal injury claim.

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 Posted on January 09, 2016 in Food Poisoning

Food poisoning outbreaks happen every year throughout the United States and around the world. 2015 was no different. Below are five of the most significant food poisoning outbreaks that affected the United States last year.

Keep yourself and your family safe by staying up to date with food recalls as they are announced. By avoiding foods that could potentially be contaminated with dangerous bacteria, you can prevent serious illness that can lead to lost wages, high medical bills, and physical and emotional discomfort. If you do suffer from food poisoning because of another party's negligence, consider seeking compensation for your losses through a food poisoning claim.

5. Blue Bell Listeria Outbreak

In spring 2010, 10 people in four states became ill from eating Blue Bell ice cream and were hospitalized. Three people died. A recall was issued after the ice cream was found to be tainted with listeria.

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 Posted on January 03, 2016 in Food Poisoning

Recently, an outbreak of E.coli found in Chipotle locations in nine states was linked to more than 50 illness cases. The outbreak reached Boston College, where at least eight members of the men's basketball team became ill after eating at a local Chipotle outlet. Their illnesses made them unable to play, forcing the team to cancel practice and a game against Providence College.

Food poisoning, like E.coli, can become serious to the point that it creates health complications for those who come into contact with it. In many cases, especially where the victim is a young, healthy individual, food poisoning resolves itself within a few days. But this is not always the case. Sometimes, E.coli infection becomes hemolytic uremic syndrome, a condition that can lead to kidney shut down and following that, permanent kidney damage or death. If you notice yourself suffering from E.coli symptoms like a low fever, diarrhea, and stomach cramps, seek medical attention as soon as you can.

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 Posted on December 28, 2015 in Food Poisoning

The New York Department of Agriculture and Markets recently published a food safety alert regarding raw milk from Jerry Dell Farm, Inc. in Freeville, New York. Samples of the milk found that it was contaminated with Salmonella, a type of bacteria that can cause a variety of illness symptoms like nausea, dizziness, vomiting, and diarrhea. Beyond these symptoms, salmonella infection can also lead to arthritis, endocarditis, and arterial infections. Salmonella poisoning can be especially dangerous for individuals with weak or compromised immune systems, such as children and the elderly.

Although no illnesses have been reported in relation to this milk scare, it is important that you are vigilant about the dairy products you and your family consume. Keep yourself educated about recalls through websites like recalls.gov and always store and prepare food properly to minimize your risk of infection. If you do suffer from food poisoning, though, know that you have the option to seek monetary compensation for your losses through a food poisoning claim.

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 Posted on December 16, 2015 in Food poisoning attorney

Scientists and politicians still can not agree about whether climate change is happening because of human activities. As that debate rages on, we can agree on some concrete facts. One of these is the increase in reported cases of ciguatera poisoning, a type of food poisoning that is associated with the consumption of certain types of fish, such as barracuda.

Although food poisoning is often thought of as a minor affliction that resolves itself in due time, it can have serious complications that require significant medical intervention. In cases like this, victims can seek compensation for their losses through personal injury claims.

Symptoms of Ciguatera Poisoning

Symptoms of ciguatera poisoning include the following:

• Slowed heart rate;
• Hypotension;
• Nausea;
• Diarrhea;
• Joint pain;
• Feeling of loose teeth;

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 Posted on December 04, 2015 in Food Poisoning

The Centers for Disease Control recently announced an outbreak of E.Coli linked to celery grown, manufactured, and packaged by Taylor Farms. This came after 19 people reportedly became ill after eating the celery sold at a Costco in Montana. Of these victims, five were hospitalized and two suffered from a type of kidney failure known as hemolytic uremic syndrome. The majority of these individuals suffered after consuming rotisserie chicken salad from Costco, but the tainted celery has also been found to have been sold in Walmart, Target, Safeway, Albertons, King Soopers, Pantry, Savemart, 7-11, Von's, Tony's, and Starbucks stores. In most of these stores, it was packaged as part of preconstructed salads and deli sandwiches. The celery's producer, Taylor Farms Pacific, Inc., has recalled the product.

Escherichia coli O157:H7, also known as E. coli, is a group of foodborne bacteria that can cause food poisoning. In some cases, such as those listed above, E.coli poisoning can lead to severe complications. If you or a loved one have suffered from a severe illness after being infected by E.coli, you could be entitled to monetary compensation through a food poisoning claim.

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 Posted on November 29, 2015 in Food Poisoning

Thanksgiving has passed and we are now deep into the holiday shopping season. For many Americans, Thanksgiving leftovers are as important to the holiday season as eggnog, late night shopping trips, and peppermint bark. But are you keeping and serving your Thanksgiving leftovers correctly? When food is left out on a counter, as is often the case with Thanksgiving and other holiday food spreads, dangerous bacteria can grow inside it. If this bacteria is consumed, the individual who eats it can become ill.

Protect your family and other guests from food poisoning this holiday season by taking the right safety steps with your leftovers. Keep the following in mind and remember, “when in doubt, throw it out.” If you are unsure about whether food has been left out for too long or is too far beyond its expiration, err on the side of caution.

Stay Out of the Danger Zone

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