Health officials are investigating an outbreak of E.
coli food poisoning among students at the University of Arkansas in late August 2023, with dozens reporting symptoms and several needing treatment in the hospital.
Among those affected are two 19-year-olds sorority members who developed a serious complication that can lead to kidney failure after being infected with the E. coli strain O157:H7. That's according to Bill Marler, a Seattle food safety lawyer who said he reviewed the patients' medical records after being contacted by the families.
About 100 students reported symptoms of E. coli infection, officials with the Arkansas Department of Health said, though it’s not clear how many are part of the outbreak. Officials are analyzing responses from a survey of more than 3,200 people to try to identify the source of the illnesses. E. coli bacteria live in the guts of humans and animals. Some strains, including E. coli O157:H7, produce dangerous toxins that can lead to serious illness and even death in humans. Common sources of E. coli outbreaks include ground beef and leafy greens.
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Four students hospitalized in E. coli outbreak at the University of ArkansasHealth officials are investigating an outbreak of E
Read more »
Four students hospitalized in E. coli outbreak at the University of ArkansasHealth officials are investigating an outbreak of E.
Read more »
Position Recruitment of Guangzhou Medical University - Guangzhou, Guangdong, China job with Guangzhou Medical UniversitySeeking talents around the world.
Read more »
Yale University settles lawsuit alleging it pressured students with mental health issues to withdrawYale University is settling a federal lawsuit that said the Ivy League school discriminated against students with mental health disabilities, including pressuring them to withdraw.
Read more »
Thomas Jefferson and Main Line Health name officials to oversee health equity, diversityThe new positions show increased attention by Philadelphia-area health systems to health equity and diversity.
Read more »
Eyedrops recalled because they may cause bacterial and fungal infectionsDr. Berne's Whole Health Products on Aug. 26, 2023, recalled four types of eyedrops.
Read more »