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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 Posted on November 21, 2015 in Food Poisoning

In mid-2015 the Centers for Disease Control reported a multi-state outbreak of Salmonella poisoning associated with cucumbers imported from Mexico. Individuals in 23 states became ill after eating these cucumbers, which were grown and packed by Rancho Don Juanito in Mexico and then sold in the United States by Andrew & Williamson Fresh Produce. The specific strain of Salmonella, Salmonella Poona, is known to appear in affected individuals 12 to 72 hours after coming into contact with the bacteria and causing symptoms like cramping, fatigue, diarrhea, fever, and in rare cases, joint pain.

There is no way to completely eliminate your risk of being infected with Salmonella Poona or any other type of bacteria that can cause food poisoning. This is especially true if you frequently eat food prepared in place other than your own kitchen, such as restaurants and cafeterias. In most cases, Salmonella poisoning resolves itself within a few days with rest and the intake of fluids. However, it can sometimes become severe to the point that medical intervention is necessary. When this is the case, a victim has the right to seek compensation for his or her losses through a food poisoning claim.

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 Posted on November 15, 2015 in Food Poisoning

Listeriosis is the disease caused by contact with listeria, a type of bacteria that can grow in soft cheeses, processed meats, and certain types of vegetables. When an individual comes into contact with listeria, he or she can experience food poisoning symptoms like nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, fatigue, and confusion. Usually, these symptoms resolve themselves within a few days. But sometimes, listeriosis can develop into a much more serious illness, necessitating more substantial treatment methods.

Infants and young children, pregnant women, the elderly, and any other individuals with weakened immune systems are especially at risk of developing listeriosis if they come into contact with listeria. If you are in one of these categories or you have a young child who might have been exposed to listeria, call your doctor right away for medical attention. If the illness becomes severe to the point that you experience substantial losses because of it, you could have grounds to file a personal injury claim with help from an experienced food poisoning attorney.

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 Posted on November 08, 2015 in Food Poisoning

Listeria is a type of bacteria that is known to cause food poisoning symptoms in individuals who consume it. The symptoms include nausea, headaches, fatigue, vomiting, fever, nausea, diarrhea, and confusion. This illness is also known as listeriosis.

Like other types of food poisoning, such as salmonella and botulism, listeria enters the body by being consumed on food. Certain types of food are more likely to carry listeria than others. In healthy adults, listeriosis generally resolves itself within a few days. But for pregnant women, infants, young children, the elderly, and any others who suffer from a weakened immune system, listeriosis can be a very serious illness. If you or a loved one have suffered from listeriosis and incurred significant bills, such as medical bills and lost wages because you could not work while you were ill, you could be entitled to receive monetary compensation for your expenses through a food poisoning claim.

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 Posted on October 30, 2015 in Food Poisoning

Listeria is a type of bacteria that can cause an individual to suffer from adverse health effects after consuming contaminated food. These health effects are collectively known as listeriosis.

Listeria can be found in a variety of foods such as soft cheeses and processed meats. An individual who contracts listeria poisoning can feel the effects of the illness within a few days. Sometimes the symptoms do not appear until one or two months after the victim contracts the bacteria. This is what can make listeria dangerous – by staying hidden for so long, a victim can go without seeking treatment and suffer significant bodily damage caused by the infection. If you or somebody you know have suffered from listeriosis because of exposure to the bacteria caused by another party's negligence, you or the victim could be entitled to monetary compensation for the costs associated with this illness through a food poisoning claim. Contact an experienced food poisoning attorney to learn more about this type of claim.

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