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.
“Shigella at a Wedding” – Instead of “I do,” should be “Hell No.”
BACKGROUND
On August 14, 2018, the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) and Yamhill County Health and Human Services (YCHHS) independently received reports of persons with gastrointestinal illness days…
The Department of Public Health and Social Services (DPHSS) is monitoring an outbreak of Shigellosis on Guam. In 2018, a total of 29 cases of Shigellosis were reported (with 23 cases or 79% confirmed) and so far in 2019, a…
The Vermont Department of Health is investigating an outbreak of an antibiotic-resistant bug that sickened 70 people at a retirement community.
Investigators have confirmed 22 cases of Shigellosis and 48 others have shown symptoms consistent with the bacteria at the…
The Vermont Health Department is investigating an outbreak of gastrointestinal illness at Wake Robin, a retirement community in Shelburne. Specimens from seven individuals have tested positive forShigella sonnei. More than 50 individuals associated with the facility, or with someone who…
The San Diego County Health and Human Services Agency is advising gay and bisexual men, homeless individuals, and people with compromised immune systems that they could be at an increased risk for the intestinal disease shigellosis.
According to the Centers…
Several persons associated with a Lexington County pre-K may have been infected with a contagious bacteria, according to a letter issued by the state’s health department.
Parents of the Lexington 4 Early Childhood Center in Swansea were sent a letter…
In early September 2017, an over-30-year-old male who resides in northern Taiwan traveled to Bali, Indonesia with 18 tour group members. On the following day the case returned, he sought medical attention after developing symptoms, including fever, diarrhea and nausea,…
Ventura County Public Health was notified on Thursday, June 22nd, of an unusually high number of Shigella cases in the county. Shigellosis is an infectious disease caused by a group of bacteria called Shigella (shih-GEHL-uh), which most often causes diarrhea…
Florida health officials in Seminole County are warning about a shigella outbreak at a daycare. A shigella outbreak was reported to Florida Health Department officials on Tuesday at the Kids City USA daycare in Altamonte Springs. According to the Centers…
