The GreenWise frozen blueberries E. coli outbreak has sickened at least 12 people in two states, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The blueberries, which were sold at Publix stores in eight states and imported from Chile, have been recalled. The case count by state is: Florida (11), and Georgia (1). Illness onset dates range from May 11, 2026 to June 5, 2026. Of 12 people who gave information to public health officials, four have been hospitalized, for a hospitalization rate of 33%. The patient age range is from 2 to 88 years. Nine of these patients were interviewed by public health officials. Of those, seven, or 78%, reported eating frozen blueberries before they got sick. That percentage is significantly higher than the 24% of respondents who … [Read more...]
Cyclospora Outbreak in Michigan Sickens 572 Patients
A cyclospora outbreak in Michigan has sickened at least 572 patients, according to the Michigan Department of Health & Human Services (MDHHS). That count is current as of July 4, 2026. But as of June 30, 2026, the department said that there were more than 170 cases of the infection. That is a huge increase in just four days. The largest increase is in Southeast Michigan. The countries with the most patients are Monroe, Lenawee, Washtenaw, Wayne, Shiawassee, Jackson, Oakland, and Livingston. Officials think that the outbreak is related to fresh produce, but no type of produce, specific grower, supplier, of brand has been specified. The 170 people were identified in nine days. The case count exploded to 572 in the next four days. Because public health officials do not know … [Read more...]
GreenWise Frozen Blueberries Recalled For E. coli O145 Outbreak
GreenWise frozen blueberries are being recalled because they are associated with an E. coli O145:H28 outbreak. This recall and outbreak were announced in a Publix recall notice, not by the FDA or the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The notice did state that the company is "working closely with the appropriate regulatory authorities" about the recall. The recalling firm is Frutas y Hortalizas del Sur S.A. of San Carlos, Chile. The recalled item is GreenWise Organic IQF Blueberries that are packaged in a 10 ounce container. The lot code that is stamped on the product label is 60401, and the best by date is February 9, 2028. Berries that were bought on July 3, 2026 or before are recalled. No other lot codes or best by dates are included in the recall. The … [Read more...]
New Cyclospora Outbreak Sickens 145 in 17 States
A new cyclospora outbreak has sickened at least 145 people in 17 states, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). These patients all got sick by eating food in the United States and they did not report any travel outside the country during the 14 days before the illness started. The states reporting 1 to 10 sick people are Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Massachusetts, New Jersey, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, and Wisconsin. There are 11 to 30 people sick in Illinois, and 31 to 80 patients in New York. Twenty people have been hospitalized because they are so sick. These numbers include case data that was reported directly to the cyclospora surveillance program at the CDC. Case counts may not … [Read more...]
Clover Hill Cheese Listeria Outbreak Case Count Increases To 12
The Clover Hill cheese Listeria outbreak case count has increased to 12 in four states, with three more patients identified since the last update was released on June 18, 2026, according to the CDC. Another state was added: Illinois. And all of Clover Hill's cheeses have been recalled. The case count by state is: Illinois (1), Maryland (3), New York (5), and Virginia (3). Sick person's samples were collected on dates that range from March 6, 2023 to June 2, 2026. The patient age range is from 16 to 81 years. Of 12 people who gave information to public health officials, 10 have been hospitalized. One person died; they lived in Maryland. On June 16, 2026, the FDA announced that the outbreak strain of Listeria monocytogenes was found in six samples of the company's requesón cheese. … [Read more...]
LA Raw Milk Campylobacter, Cryptosporidium Outbreak Sickens 11
A raw milk Campylobacter and Cryptosporidium outbreak in Louisiana has sickened at least 11 people, according to the Louisiana Department of Health. The outbreak notice did not state the name of the dairies that supplied the milk, or any brand names. This outbreak has prompted the Department to encourage residents to learn about the health risks associated with consuming raw milk. Illnesses started on April 23, 2026. Patients have been testing positive for Campylobacter and/or Cryptosporidium pathogens. The investigation is ongoing and more illnesses may be identified. Two of the patients were hospitalized because they were so sick. Patients reported consuming raw milk from three different milking operations in Louisiana. None were named. Louisiana law states that raw milk may … [Read more...]
New Cyclospora Outbreak on FDA’s CORE Outbreak Table
There is a new cyclospora outbreak on the FDA's CORE Outbreak Table. There are nine outbreaks on the table; six of those outbreak have been solved. Three of the outbreaks have ended, but the investigations into all of them are ongoing. For the new cyclospora outbreak, there are two people who are sick. The source has not been identified. The FDA has initiated traceback. For the infant botulism outbreak linked to Nara Organic Infant Formula, three infants are sick. They live in California, Pennsylvania, and Washington state. All three infants were hospitalized and treated with BabyBIG®, the FDA-approved treatment for this infection that was developed by the California Department of Health. The infants ranged in age from 86 days to 153 days when they got sick. For the Salmonella … [Read more...]
DeLauro Issues Statement on Nara Organic Formula Outbreak
Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) issued a statement about the Nara Organic Formula outbreak and recall for botulism. That outbreak has sickened at least three infants in the states of California, Pennsylvania, and Washington state. All three infants were hospitalized and treated with BabyBIG®, the FDA-approved treatment for this infection developed by the California Department of Health. The infants ranged in age from 86 days to 153 days when they got sick. This product was sold at Target stores nationwide, and was also sold on the Target web site and Nara’s website between July 2025 and June 2026. All of the Nara Organics Whole Milk Organic Powdered Infant Formula has been recalled. Guardians and parents should not feed infants this formula. DeLauro said, "In just seven months, we … [Read more...]
Clover Hill Dairy Cheese Matches Listeria Outbreak Strain
Clover Hill Dairy cheese samples match the outbreak strain of Listeria monocytogenes, according to the FDA. There are nine people sick in this outbreak; eight have been hospitalized and one person has died. The case count by state is: Maryland (3), New York (3), and Virginia (3). Specimen collection dates range from March 6, 2023 to May 10, 2026. 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. Clover Hill Dairy has agreed to expand its recall to include all cheese products that were made at their facility. That includes soft cheese such as requesón and ricotta, and harder cheeses, such as cheddar and Colby. In addition to the Clover Hill recall, Nelson & Isa Lacteos recalled … [Read more...]
FDA On Nara Organics Powdered Infant Formula Botulism Outbreak
The FDA is weighing in on the Nara Organics Powdered Infant Formula botulism outbreak. At least three infants in three states have been sickened. The case count by state is: California (1), Pennsylvania (1), and Washington (1). Illness onset dates range from April through May 2026. All three infants were hospitalized and treated with BabyBIG®, the FDA-approved treatment for this infection that was developed by the California Department of Health. The infants ranged in age from 86 days to 153 days when they got sick. The California Department of Public Health Infant Botulism Treatment and Prevention Program reported three toxin type A infections among infants who consumed the formula. All three of the babies consumed the recalled formula. This product was sold at Target stores … [Read more...]
