Author: McKenna Madison Coveny
World Hepatitis Day: Let It Serve as a Reminder July 28th, known as World Hepatitis Day, serves as a stark reminder for many that with the “growing threat of the disease”, according to the World Health Organization (WHO), that both the advocacy and continued education in regard to this virus need to be championed. Furthermore, with this day designated to recognize viral hepatitis, both health officials and doctors alike are able to continue to urge local and international organizations to further combat this issue. What is Hepatitis? Hepatitis is an inflammation of the liver, a vital organ responsible for processing…
E.coli Outbreak Linked To Ground Beef, One Reported Dead – E. Coli Lawyer Comments on E. Coli Lawsuit Flathead County, Montana, has been faced with a startling public health issue. An outbreak of E.coli O157, which has reportedly sickened 13 individuals, and killed one, is currently being investigated by The Flathead City-County Health Department (FCCHD), the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Service (DPHHS), and other local health departments. Furthermore, according to reports, the outbreak has been potentially linked to ground beef, which was sold and distributed to several restaurants in the area. The product was not available or sold…
Investigation links Cucumber Salmonella Outbreak to Use of Untreated Water In a recent investigation, health officials have identified untreated water used by a Florida cucumber grower as one of the likely sources of a significant salmonella outbreak linked to cucumbers. The outbreak has resulted in numerous illnesses across multiple regions, drawing attention to the critical need for stringent agricultural water safety practices. The Outbreak The outbreak, which has affected 449 people across 31 states and the District of Columbia, has been traced back to cucumbers grown in fields irrigated with untreated water. Upon an onsite investigation of Bedner Growers’, Inc.,…
What Foods are Most Likely to Cause Food Poisoning ? Food poisoning is a prevalent and distressing issue that arises all too often in the the United States – in fact, 1 in 6 people get ill from consuming contaminated foods very year. That said, certain types of food are more susceptible to harboring harmful bacteria, viruses, and parasites, which can increase the risk of foodborne illnesses. Here’s a closer look at these high-risk foods and how to prevent food poisoning. 1. Raw or Undercooked Poultry Poultry, including chicken and turkey, is notorious for carrying bacteria such as Campylobacter and Salmonella.…
Elevated Levels of E.coli In River Seine Raise Health Poses Challenges for the Paris 2024 Olympic Swimming Events With the Paris 2024 Olympic events quickly approaching, officials are concerned about the unhealthy levels of E.coli and enterococci in the river Seine. Continuous testing of the waters reveal that, while improving, the levels of these harmful bacteria are still deemed unsafe to swim in. This is mainly due to the unseasonably heavy rains that have been occurring in Paris as of late, which continue to play a role in the buildup of pollution in the river’s waters. These high levels of…
On July 5, 2024, the U.S Department of Agriculture (USDA)’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced that Al Safa US LLC is recalling over 2,000 frozen ready-to-eat chicken products due to a possible listeria contamination. According to the FSIS, the goods were produced on June 5, 2024 in Canada, and were imported to the U.S. on June 13, 2024 and June 21, 2024. Here are the following descriptions of the packages: Reports say that the contamination of these meals were found during routine inspection, and thus far, no illnesses have been reported after the consumption of these products. Nonetheless,…
Gibson Farms Voluntarily Recalls Organic Light Halves and Pieces Shelled with Walnuts The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and Food and Drug Administration (FDA) have been investigating a multistate outbreak of E coli O157 infections. With epidemiologic and traceback evidence, the outbreak was linked to Gibson Farms, Inc.’s organic walnuts. According to reports, a total of 13 people have been sickened with this strain of E coli, and were reported from two states: Washington (6) and California (7). The lot numbers involved in the recall were 3325-043 and 3341-501, with expiration dates of 5/21/2025 and 6/7/2025. Furthermore, Gibson…
Food Poisoning Outbreak Strikes Wedding Again – this Time in Spain The importance of properly storing food and keeping it fresh remains a vital issue, one that is continually proven to be so, even today. This is evident in the unfortunate outcome of one wedding in Ulea, Spain on July 6, 2024, where 40 of the 200 guests became ill after consuming the buffet-style served food. According to reports, the guests started to become ill around midnight on the night of the wedding, exhibiting symptoms such as vomiting and diarrhea. At approximately 3 a.m., after around half of the affected…
Ensuring Food Safety When Severe Weather Strikes Up until recent times, food safety during inclement weather has been overlooked, largely at the cost of many consumers’ wellbeing. Thankfully, knowledge of food safety has increased as of late, leading many to correctly acknowledge that it is an incredibly vital that proper food practices are in place for keeping the general public healthy. This awareness is even more important with the rise of both inconsistent and troublesome weather. Inclement weather often leads to food instability, shortages, and to power outages, floods, and more. Why is this important? Well, extreme weather, such as…
Lawsuit Alleges LA Fitness Fraud and Deceit – Many Have Experienced This First Hand The LA Fitness class action was filed in the Central District of California – and states in part: “this action against Defendant Fitness International, LLC, d/b/a LA Fitness, Esporta Fitness, and City Sports Club (hereinafter “LA Fitness” or “Defendant”) to obtain damages, restitution, and injunctive relief from Defendant . . .Defendant has violated California state laws and breached the terms of its contract by engaging in deceptive and predatory cancellation policies to continuously gain a profit from consumers who no longer wish to utilize gym membership…