Food-borne Illness

• Walkerton and XL Foods: A look at some of the major E. coli outbreaks in Canada

  The E. coli variant known as 0157 is often the most virulent and can cause hemolytic uremic syndrome, which affects the kidneys and the ability of blood to clot.

  Canada

  Sep 12, 2023
  
• Ontario researchers say new packaging tray can warn of food contamination

  McMaster University researchers in Hamilton have created new packaging that can signal when salmonella or other dangerous pathogens are present in ready-to-eat foods.

  Science

  Jul 4, 2023
  
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• What is norovirus and how can Canadians avoid it?

  Even though norovirus infections usually peak during winter months, an expert says that doesn't mean it is not an issue for summer months.

  Health

  Jun 19, 2022
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• U.S.-linked salmonella outbreak leads to 59 cases across 5 provinces

  The outbreak has been linked to the United States, where the CDC has reported 125 infections across 15 states.

  Health

  Jul 24, 2020
• Health unit pinpoints bacteria in Strathroy Portuguese Club food poisoning

  The bacteria identified is one of the most common causes of food poisoning in Canada.

  Health

  Apr 12, 2019
• Canada continues to monitor deadly E. coli outbreak linked to romaine lettuce in U.S.

  Canadian government officials are still monitoring the E. coli outbreak linked to romaine lettuce in U.S. after one death was reported, but no recalls have been issued north of the border.

  Consumer

  May 4, 2018
• One dead in E. coli outbreak linked to romaine lettuce in the U.S.

  One person has died from E. coli linked to romaine lettuce in the United States.

  Health

  May 4, 2018