A Tulsa area girl is fighting a strain of E. coli poisoning at a Tulsa-area hospital.

More than two weeks ago, 8-year-old Cady Daugherty fell ill and her father says since then she was placed on a ventilator and is now undergoing dialysis. “She’s a fighter,” said Larry Daugherty. “She’s just been incredible with this.”

Larry believes his daughter contracted the bacteria at a Tulsa-area restaurant and he says the Tulsa Health Department is investigating. He did not comment on which restaurant may be responsible.

With many people, nationwide, preparing for the Labor Day holiday, Larry is hoping his daughter’s story will prompt everyone to take extra precaution when preparing meat. “Any time that a child is sick, and you hear this all the time on the news, it’s excruciating. It breaks your heart,” he said.

Cady is expected to remain in the intensive care unit for at least two more weeks. Larry is optimistic for her recovery. “It’s her against the E. coli,” he said. “She’s doing a heck of a job.”

The San Francisco Chronicle reports that the San Francisco’s Department of Public Health is investigating an E. coli outbreak that infected 14 people earlier this month, many after they dined at the Burma Superstar restaurant on Clement Street.

Investigators said in a statement Friday that they believe nine of the 14 infected people were exposed to the bacteria when they visited the restaurant in the Inner Richmond neighborhood on Aug. 16 or 17. There have been no fatalities.

The origin of the outbreak is still unknown. Investigators said there have been no new cases since mid-August and they do not think there is an ongoing public health risk.

Burma Superstar, located on Clement Street near Fourth Avenue, will remain open during the investigation, but owner Desmond Tan said he will close it voluntarily for the weekend voluntarily and reopen Monday.

E. coli:  Marler Clark, The Food Safety Law Firm, is the nation’s leading law firm representing victims of E. coli outbreaks and hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS). The E. coli lawyers of Marler Clark have represented thousands of victims of E. coli and other foodborne illness infections and have recovered over $600 million for clients. Marler Clark is the only law firm in the nation with a practice focused exclusively on foodborne illness litigation.  Our E. coli lawyers have litigated E. coli and HUS cases stemming from outbreaks traced to ground beef, raw milk, lettuce, spinach, sprouts, and other food products.  The law firm has brought E. coli lawsuits against such companies as Jack in the Box, Dole, ConAgra, Cargill, and Jimmy John’s.  We have proudly represented such victims as Brianne Kiner, Stephanie Smith and Linda Rivera.

If you or a family member became ill with an E. coli infection or HUS after consuming food and you’re interested in pursuing a legal claim, contact the Marler Clark E. coli attorneys for a free case evaluation.

Food Safety News reports:  The latest word from Maricopa County Public Health spokeswoman Jeanene Fowler is that 79 people have fallen ill with E. coli O157:H7 after dining at Federico’s Mexican Restaurant in Litchfield Park, AZ, around July 18.

This is probably the final count of cases, but the exact source of the contamination is still under investigation.

Of those ill, at least 23 were, or currently are, hospitalized. Most of those patients have since been discharged.

The restaurant voluntarily closed for three days to clean all surfaces and bring in new food after reports of illness tied it to the outbreak. It has since reopened, and no new illnesses have developed since the closure.

KIMA News reports: A young Selah boy is still in the hospital with a severe E. Coli infection. The six-year old has been in Seattle for almost two weeks.

Yakima County has seen an unusual increase in E-Coli cases so far this year. The total already matches the last two years combined. Action News spoke to the parents.

“How in the world did my son get E. coli?” said Josh Clyde.

Katie and Josh Clyde find themselves at Seattle Children’s Hospital day after day. Their 6-year-old son Brody has been there for almost two weeks with an E. coli infection and is currently in the ICU.

Josh Clyde told Action News, “I’m terrified for my child.”

Doctors told the family Brody has a rare strain of the bacteria that could kill him. Both of his kidneys have failed. The family said he might need a transplant in the future.

Katie Clyde told Action News, “you’re thinking you’re going to be here a week and then the next day you’re thinking okay I’m going to be here two weeks. And then after that, you realize you’re going to be here a month longer. That’s been really hard.”

The Clydes tell KIMA they think Brody came in contact with the E. coli from drinking water from the Naches River while the family was camping or from spinach.

One of Brody’s close friends has also been infected. He ate the same spinach with the Clyde family, but wasn’t near the river. The friend’s case isn’t as severe.

“Two little boys to worry about, not just one,” said Katie Clyde.

Action News talked to the Yakima Health District. Health officials downplay any wider public threat.
They said E. coli can also be transmitted through the air, and it’s possible that’s how the friend got sick.

For now, Josh and Katie wait by their son’s bedside.

“I can’t wait until we get to go home one day,” Katie Clyde told KIMA.

Health officials said the incidents are too limited to issue a warning. They will take action and start testing spinach if more cases can be connected to the specific product.

Fundraisers are being held to help the Clyde family with expenses.

Click here to help donate to Brody’s cause

A weekend at the lake may be to blame for sending two Green Country Oklahoma children to the hospital. The health department says it hasn’t found evidence the bacteria was related to lake exposure, however the two families, who were not at the lake together, say the water is the only common denominator.

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A young Selah Washington boy is still in the hospital with a severe E. coli infection. The six-year old has been in Seattle for almost two weeks.  Yakima County has seen an unusual increase in E. coli cases so far this year. The total already matches the last two years combined.  The family believes the boy became in contact with the E. coli from drinking water from the Naches River while the family was camping or from spinach.

Food Safety News reports, at least 74 people have fallen ill with E. coli O157:H7 after dining at Federico’s Mexican Restaurant in Litchfield Park, Arizona around July 18, according to Maricopa County Public Health spokeswoman Jeanene Fowler.

Of those ill, 23 were or currently are hospitalized. Most of those patients have since been discharged.  Two patients suffered hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS).  One child still remains hospitalized.

Marler Clark has filed three lawsuits to date.

The Maricopa County Departments of Public Health and Environmental Services in collaboration with the Arizona Department of Health Services is continuing to investigate an outbreak of E. coli O157:H7linked to the Federico’s Mexican Restaurant located at 13132 W Camelback.

As of today at least 68 individuals with bloody diarrhea that MCDPH has been able to interview have either purchased food from or eaten at this particular Federico’s. MCDPH has also received laboratory results indicating that the bacteria causing the illness are E. coli O157:H7.  Twenty-three people have been or still are hospitalized with two children developing hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS).

Anyone who has eaten at this particular Federico’s Mexican Food from on or after July 23 AND is experiencing bloody diarrhea should see a healthcare provider so a stool culture can be ordered. Options for people without a health care provider include urgent care centers or community health centers.

E. coli:  Marler Clark, The Food Safety Law Firm, is the nation’s leading law firm representing victims of E. coli outbreaks and hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS). The E. coli lawyers of Marler Clark have represented thousands of victims of E. coli and other foodborne illness infections and have recovered over $600 million for clients. Marler Clark is the only law firm in the nation with a practice focused exclusively on foodborne illness litigation.  Our E. coli lawyers have litigated E. coli and HUS cases stemming from outbreaks traced to ground beef, raw milk, lettuce, spinach, sprouts, and other food products.  The law firm has brought E. coli lawsuits against such companies as Jack in the Box, Dole, ConAgra, Cargill, and Jimmy John’s.  We have proudly represented such victims as Brianne Kiner, Stephanie Smith and Linda Rivera.

If you or a family member became ill with an E. coli infection or HUS after consuming food and you’re interested in pursuing a legal claim, contact the Marler Clark E. coli attorneys for a free case evaluation.

United Processing LLC, a New York Mills, NY firm, is recalling approximately 12,600 pounds of boneless veal products because they may be contaminated with E. coli O157:H7, E. coli O145 and E. coli O45 the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.

The following products are subject to FSIS recall:

60-lb. boxes of boneless veal

The products subject to recall bear the establishment number “M- 27450” inside the USDA mark of inspection on a generic box label. The products were produced on June 17, 18, 24, 28 and 29, 2013 then distributed to wholesalers in New York and California for further processing.

FSIS became aware of the problem during inspection program personnel review. The firm sampled the product per their food safety program, and inadvertently shipped the product into commerce.

FSIS and the company have received no reports of illnesses associated with consumption of these products.

FSIS routinely conducts recall effectiveness checks to ensure that steps are taken to make certain that the product is no longer available to consumers. When available, the retail distribution list(s) will be posted on the FSIS website at: www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls.

Many clinical laboratories do not test for non-O157 Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC), such as STEC O26, O103, O45, O111, O121 or O145 because it is harder to identify. Infections with Shiga toxin-producing E. coli can result in dehydration, bloody diarrhea and abdominal cramps 2-8 days (3-4 days, on average) after exposure to the organism. While most people recover within a week, some develop a type of kidney failure called Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (HUS). This condition can occur among persons of any age but is most common in children under 5 and older adults. Symptoms of HUS may include fever, abdominal pain, pale skin tone, fatigue, small, unexplained bruises or bleeding from the nose and mouth, decreased urination, and swelling. Persons who experience these symptoms should seek emergency medical care immediately.

Maricopa County health officials are investigating a bloody diarrhea outbreak in the West Valley they say are linked to Federico’s Mexican Restaurant in Litchfield Park.

The Maricopa County Department of Public Health announced Thursday there are now 52 reported cases in a bloody diarrhea outbreak with 18 people hospitalized.

A few of the patients are experiencing renal failure, said Dr. Bob England, director of the Maricopa County Departments of Public Health.

Laboratory results indicate the bacteria causing the illness are E. coli O157:H7.

This bacterium produces a toxin that can cause severe illness and, especially in children, can lead to kidney failure and even death.

In these cases, the most prominent sign of the illness is bloody stool.

Anyone who has eaten at this particular Federico’s Mexican Food Restaurant on or after July 23 and is experiencing bloody diarrhea should seek medical attention.

It is important for health care providers to be aware of this outbreak because treating children with antibiotics for these bacteria can increase the risk of serious consequences. Providers who have patients who they suspect may be related to this outbreak should order a stool culture and contact MCDPH’s disease reporting line at 602-747-7500.

As of August 6, 2013, at least 33 people who ate at the Federico’s Mexican Restaurant in the West Valley outside of Phoenix, Arizona have fallen ill with E. coli infections. According to news reports, 15 cases were hospitalized.  I have been on the phone today with 12 victims of this outbreak – one whose daughter has developed hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS).

It made me think of past outbreak and past lawsuits.

Los Burritos Mexicanos:  An E. coli outbreak in DuPage County, Illinois, is suspected to have been caused by food served at the Los Burritos Mexicanos restaurant in Lombard.  The restaurant was closed on June 14, 2013 during an E. coli outbreak investigation.  The DuPage County Health Department counted 31 confirmed and probable E. coli cases as part of the Los Burritos Mexicanos outbreak.

Ixtapa Family Mexican Restaurant:  In October of 2008, Snohomish County Health Department (SCHD) epidemiologists investigated an E. coli O157:H7 outbreak among patrons of the Ixtapa Family Mexican Restaurant in Lake Stevens, Washington.  Dates of illness onset ranged from October 7-17, 2008.  An investigation by the SCHD and the Washington State Department of Health (WSDOH) identified sixty-four cases of E. coli infection linked to the consumption of food at Ixtapa restaurant.  Four confirmed cases were hospitalized, and one developed hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS), a severe complication of E. coli that can lead to kidney failure.

El Mexicano Mexican Restaurant:  In May of 2012, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) announced that it was investigating an outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 that had sickened 11 individuals in the Spartanburg area. All 11 victims reported eating at the same El Mexicano Mexican restaurant. Two of the victims developed hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS). Illnesses were related to eating at the restaurant during the last week of April.

Coco Locos Restaurant: In May 2013, the source of an E. coli O157:H7 outbreak in Brazos County, Texas is being investigated by public health officials and is believed to have been caused by E. coli-contaminated ground beef served at the Coco Locos restaurant located in 300 block of George Bush Drive in College Station, TX.  According to news reports, at least 10 people were part of the E. coli outbreak, which has been linked to ground beef served at the restaurant.  Health officials have not yet determined whether the E. coli outbreak stemmed from under-cooked ground beef or from cross-contamination between raw ground beef and other foods or surfaces in the restaurant kitchen.

Habaneros Mexican Restaurant:  In late August of 2003, staff in the Communicable Disease (CD) section at the St. Clair County Health Department (SCCHD) received a report that four Illinois residents who had recently traveled to the St. Clair area were experiencing bloody diarrhea and had gone to emergency rooms in their respective hometowns for treatment.  On Tuesday, September 2, SCCHD was notified that E. coli O157:H7 had been isolated from at least one of the four people’s stool specimens.  At the same time, the SCCHD began receiving other reports of diarrheal illness in patients seen by local physicians.  Preliminary interviews of ill persons revealed that all had eaten at Habaneros prior to the onset of diarrhea.   SCCHD conducted a foodborne outbreak investigation and found that of 64 persons, including seven employees, who had eaten at Habaneros between August 15, 2003 and September 5, 2003, thirty (47%) reported having diarrheal symptoms; ten sought medical care.  An extensive food consumption history was obtained from each person interviewed, but no specific food-item was statistically associated with illness.

Taco Johns:  In December 2006, Iowa and Minnesota health officials investigated an E. coli O157:H7 outbreak among patrons at Taco John’s restaurants in Cedar Falls, Iowa, and Albert Lea and Austin, Minnesota. As of December 13, 2006, the Iowa Department of Health had confirmed that at least 50 Iowans had become ill with E. coli infections after eating at Taco John’s, and the Minnesota Department of Health had confirmed that at least 27 Minnesotans were part of the outbreak.

Taco Bell:  Taco Bell restaurants were the source of an E. coli outbreak during the last week of November and the beginning of December 2006. Residents of New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Delaware, and South Carolina were confirmed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) as being part of the Taco Bell E. coli outbreak, which was traced to contaminated lettuce served in foods at Taco Bell restaurants. On December 13, 2006, the CDC announced that at 71 people had become ill with E. coli infections associated with the Taco Bell restaurant outbreak. Of those 71, 53 people had been hospitalized, 48 people were confirmed ill with E. coli, and 8 developed hemolytic uremic syndrome.

E. coli:  Marler Clark, The Food Safety Law Firm, is the nation’s leading law firm representing victims of E. coli outbreaks and hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS). The E. coli lawyers of Marler Clark have represented thousands of victims of E. coli and other foodborne illness infections and have recovered over $600 million for clients. Marler Clark is the only law firm in the nation with a practice focused exclusively on foodborne illness litigation.  Our E. coli lawyers have litigated E. coli and HUS cases stemming from outbreaks traced to ground beef, raw milk, lettuce, spinach, sprouts, and other food products.  The law firm has brought E. coli lawsuits against such companies as Jack in the Box, Dole, ConAgra, Cargill, and Jimmy John’s.  We have proudly represented such victims as Brianne Kiner, Stephanie Smith and Linda Rivera.