As the Texas Department of Health has reported, there is a Shigella Outbreak in Lavaca County that has sickened nearly 100. It appears to be linked to a local food establishment, Los Cabos San Lucas Mexican Grill, in Hallettsville, Texas.
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Surveillance & Analysis on Shigella News & Outbreaks
The Shigella Blog, published by Marler Clark, Inc., PS, focuses on legal issues and litigation related to foodborne illnesses caused by Shigella bacteria. It covers outbreak investigations, public health responses, and legal actions involving contaminated food and water sources, including restaurants and public events. The blog discusses symptoms, transmission, prevention measures, and the impact of Shigella infections on affected individuals. It also highlights the role of food safety law in protecting victims and holding responsible parties accountable. The content reflects Marler Clark's expertise in food safety litigation and their representation of victims in cases involving foodborne pathogens.
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Shigella vaccine trials underway
By Bill Marler
Diarrheal disease is a significant cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide; it is the second leading cause of death in children under the age of 5, with approximately 800,000 deaths annually. Both Shigella and ETEC are common causes of traveler’s…
Shigella shawarma linked to over 50 ill and at least 1 death
By Bill Marler
The Indian Express reports: Devananda (16), who fell sick and died after having shawarma, was killed by shigella infection caused by a bacteria of the same name, said Kasaragod district medical officer Dr A V Ramdas.
More than 52…
Eureka laundromats link in Shigella Outbreak
By Bill Marler
Public and Environmental Health officials are working to contain local cases of the gastrointestinal illness Shigella bacteria, after three lab-confirmed cases and two more suspected cases infected Eureka residents during the past month.
The cases span multiple households, infecting school-age…
San Diego Shigella outbreak over – for now
By Bill Marler
With no new cases in more than a month, the shigella outbreak declared in October 2021 among people experiencing homelessness is over, the County Health and Human Services Agency announced today.
The last shigella case connected to the outbreak was…
More Shigella linked to homelessness in San Diego
By Bill Marler
Channel 7 San Diego reports:
Nearly 50 people have now gotten sick from a Shigella outbreak in San Diego County, calling attention to the city’s lack of public restrooms and showers.
The bacterial infection causes fever and digestive issues, and,…
More Shigella in San Diego
By Bill Marler
The County of San Diego has announced three new shigella cases associated with an ongoing outbreak, bringing the total to 38 confirmed and three probable cases among people experiencing homelessness.
The continuing investigation shows onset of illness dates between Aug.…
As many as 34 Shigella cases in San Diego
By Bill Marler
The County of San Diego has announced five new shigella cases associated with an ongoing outbreak, bringing the total to 31 confirmed and three probable cases among people experiencing homelessness.
The continuing investigation shows onset of illness dates between Aug.…
More Shigella in San Diego homeless
By Bill Marler
The County of San Diego has announced two new shigella cases associated with an ongoing outbreak, bringing the total to 26 confirmed and three probable cases among people experiencing homelessness.
The continuing investigation shows onset of illness dates between Aug.…
More Shigella strikes the San Diego homeless
By Bill Marler
The County of San Diego has announced three new shigella cases associated with an ongoing outbreak, bringing the total to 18 confirmed and three probable cases among individuals experiencing homelessness.
The continuing investigation shows onset of illness dates between Aug.…