The deadly Clover Hill requesón Listeria monocytogenes outbreak case count has risen to nine, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). That is an increase of one more patient since the first notice of the outbreak was issued on June 4, 2026. Two recalls of soft ricotta or requesón cheese have been issued. The case count by state is: Maryland (3), New York (3), and Virginia (3). Illness onset dates range from March 6, 2023 to May 10, 2026. The newly added patient lives in New York. Eight of the nine patients have been hospitalized, and one person, who lived in Maryland, has died. The patient age range is from 16 to 81 years old. Eight people were interviewed by public health officials about what they ate before they got sick. Of eight people interviewed, … [Read more...]
Broome County Jail Had Food Safety Violations Before Outbreak
The Broome County Jail kitchen had food safety violations before the Salmonella outbreak that sickened more than 300 inmates occurred, according to news reports. Ten inmates were hospitalized, but eight of them have been released. The rest recovered without medical attention. Allegedly it was the chicken salad that was the source of the pathogen; it did test positive for Salmonella. Olivia Catalino, director of public health, said in a statement, "Our team observed numerous instances of potentially hazardous food that were improperly refrigerated. Another critical violation was noted when food was never temperature checked. The worker was then observed handling the cooked chicken with bare hands. Another violation while transferring it to the container." In addition, milk was left … [Read more...]
El Ranchero Salmonella and Campylobacter Outbreak in NC
An El Ranchero Salmonella and Campylobacter outbreak in North Carolina has sickened at least six people, according to a press release from the Toe River Health District (TRHD), which is located in Ledger, North Carolina. Four people who live in Mitchell county and two who live in Vancey county have been diagnosed with Salmonella infections. Some of these people have also been diagnosed with Campylobacter infections. The health department states that they have been in contact with all of these patients, and will not share any more information about them. That means we will not know the patient age range, or whether or not anyone has been hospitalized. Apparently illnesses started on or after May 18, 2026. That restaurant is located at 2o3 Locust Street in Spruce Pine. Public … [Read more...]
FDA Adds Info To The Clover Hill Dairy Ricotta Listeria Outbreak
The FDA is adding information to the Clover Hill Dairy ricotta Listeria monocytogenes outbreak. This outbreak has sickened at least eight people in three states, hospitalized seven, and killed one person who lived in Maryland. The cheese is called requesón cheese. The case count by state is: Maryland (3), New York (2), and Virginia (3). Sick people’s samples were collected on dates ranging from March 6, 2023 to May 9, 2026. Of eight people who gave information to public health officials, seven were hospitalized. The age range is from 16 to 81 years. On May 13, 2026, the Suffolk County Health Department notified the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets of two related Listeria illnesses from the same family who had bought food from a retailer in Brentwood, New … [Read more...]
Deadly Clover Hill Dairy Soft Ricotta Listeria Outbreak Sickens 8
A deadly Clover Hill Dairy soft ricotta Listeria monocytogenes outbreak has sickened at least eight people in three states, according to the CDC. Seven of those patients have been hospitalized, and one person has died. The cheese, which is called requesón cheese, has been recalled. The case count by state is: Maryland (3), New York (2), and Virginia (3). Sick people's samples were collected on dates ranging from March 6, 2023 to May 9, 2026. Of eight people who gave information to public health officials, seven were hospitalized. The person who died lived in Maryland. The age range is from 16 to 81 years. Those numbers are shocking, but are typical of a Listeria monocytogenes outbreak. The illness onset date can be very long because the bacteria is persistent in the environment. … [Read more...]
Two Campylobacter Raw Milk Outbreaks Sicken Dozens in Idaho
Two Campylobacter raw milk outbreaks have sickened dozens in Idaho, according to the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare. Almost 60 people have been affected since May 19, 2026. People consumed the milk from two dairies located in that state, which have not yet been named. At least 45 people have tested positive for campylobacteriosis. The notice stated that some of the patients have not been tested. Interviews of patients are ongoing, and more ill persons may be identified. The notice did not state the ages of the patients, or whether or not anyone has been hospitalized. One of the dairies is located in northern Idaho and one is located in southern Idaho. The Idaho Division of Public Health is collaborating with these local health departments on the investigation: Panhandle … [Read more...]
Broome County Jail Salmonella Outbreak May Be Chicken Salad
The Broome County jail Salmonella outbreak may be chicken salad, according to news reports. The Sheriff, Fred Akahar, held a news conference on June 1, 2026 and stated that the source may have bee4n identified. Out of the 450 inmates at the jail, 320 of them got sick with Salmonella infections. Traceback conducted by the Broome County Health Department may have found the problem. Most of the inmates were interviewed and were asked questions about how long they had been ill and what foods they ate. Ten of those patients were hospitalized. Six were treated and sent back to the jail. The other four have been admitted. Food samples were sent to the New York State Department of Health's Wadsworth Lab in Albany. The chicken salad that was served tested positive for Salmonella. Whole … [Read more...]
The Kebab Shop Beef Kofta E. coli Matches Outbreak Strain
The Kebab Shop beef kofta E. coli O157:H7 matches the outbreak strain using whole genome sequencing, according to the USDA. Nine people living in California are sick. The outbreak was announced last month in a public health alert, since the products are no longer available for purchase. Illness onset dates range from March 27, 2026 to April 30, 2026. Six of those nine patients are children, according to news reports, and five of the patients have been hospitalized. Two have developed hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS), which is a type of kidney failure. The ground beef was produced at Olympia Food Industries (Est. 18743), located in Franklin Park, Illinois. It was sold as a raw product to The Kebab Shop locations in the states of California, Florida, and Texas. The Kebab Shop … [Read more...]
FDA Weighs In On Mogo Moringa Capsules Salmonella Outbreak
The FDA is weighing in on the new Mogo moringa capsules Salmonella outbreak that has sickened at least 18 people in seven states. Mogo has recalled their Pure Moringa Oleifera capsules that have lot number/expiration date pairs of 15525AA and expiration date 6/2027, and 00926AA and expiration date 1/2028. This product was sold online at stores including Amazon, eBay, and the Mogo Moringa web site. If you purchased this product, do not consume it. You should throw it away in a secure trash can after first double bagging it so other people can't see it. Then carefully clean and sanitize any surfaces or containers that came into contact with the product. Wash your hands with soap and water after handling this product and after cleaning. This is a new outbreak and is separate from … [Read more...]
Safety Alert For La Serranita Concha Negra For Hepatitis A
The FDA has issued a safety alert for La Serranita Concha Negra blood clams for possible hepatitis A contamination. The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene reported an outbreak in New York associated with this product. But now more hepatitis A illnesses have been reported in more states. The product is La Serranta concha negra (black shell) fresh frozen shell meat packaged in 16 ounce blue packages with a yellow banner in the center with a picture of the clams. The clams were imported from Ecuador. This item was distributed to restaurants and retailers in the states of Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, and Pennsylvania and may have been sold in other states as well. Investigations into the newly discovered cases are ongoing. In the original … [Read more...]
