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Health officials in Clark County, Oregon are investigating four illness outbreaks at schools and daycare centers, with a total of 49 cases of a gastrointestinal illness with symptoms including diarrhea and vomiting. An outbreak is defined as 10% or more of a facility's total staff and student population or two or more individuals from the same classroom, according to health personnel.
An E. Coli outbreak linked to daycare centers in Calgary, Alberta, Canada has resulted in nearly 100 laboratory-confirmed cases, with 22 patients hospitalized. Eleven daycare centers have been closed as investigators collect samples for testing. The source of the outbreak is still unknown, but some parents suspect meatloaf served to children. It could take weeks or months to complete the investigation. Symptoms of E. Coli infection include severe stomach cramps, bloody diarrhea, and fever. In severe cases, patients may develop hemolytic uremic syndrome, which can lead to kidney failure and other complications.
An E. Coli outbreak in Calgary, Canada, has resulted in the closure of 11 daycare centers and the hospitalization of a dozen people, including at least 50 children with symptoms of E. Coli infection. All affected daycare centers share a common kitchen. Families with children attending these centers have been notified and advised to monitor for symptoms. E. Coli infections can cause severe stomach cramps, bloody diarrhea, and potentially life-threatening complications such as kidney failure. Immediate medical attention is recommended for those experiencing symptoms.