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Hepatitis A

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health16 days ago

Neurologist Warns of Health Risks from Eating Gol Gappa

AIIMS-trained neurologist Dr. Priyanka Sehrawat warns that consuming gol gappa from unhygienic sources can lead to serious infections like Hepatitis A, especially in children, and advises caution and awareness of symptoms such as jaundice and fever. She emphasizes the importance of food safety and hygiene, particularly during outdoor gatherings, to prevent health risks associated with contaminated street food.

health7 months ago

Hepatitis A Alert for Cape Cod Restaurant Patrons

Diners at The Red Inn in Provincetown, Massachusetts, may have been exposed to hepatitis A due to a food service employee infected with the virus between April 30 and May 15. The health department recommends those potentially exposed to consult healthcare providers and consider vaccination, especially if they are under 34 or unvaccinated. Hepatitis A spreads through contact with infected feces or contaminated food and drinks, and symptoms include fever, fatigue, and jaundice.

health1 year ago

Hepatitis A Alert: LA Buffalo Wild Wings Patrons Urged to Vaccinate

An employee at a Buffalo Wild Wings in Monterey Park, Los Angeles, was diagnosed with hepatitis A, potentially exposing patrons to the virus. The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health advises anyone who dined there between November 13 and 22 to get vaccinated within 14 days to reduce infection risk. Vaccination is unnecessary for those already vaccinated or previously infected. The department is ensuring other employees at the location are vaccinated if needed. Hepatitis A is a highly contagious liver disease with symptoms like jaundice, nausea, and fatigue.

health1 year ago

Milwaukee Hosts Vaccination Clinic After Hepatitis A Exposure at Local Cafe

The Milwaukee Health Department is conducting an emergency vaccination clinic for individuals potentially exposed to hepatitis A at Beans & Barley restaurant between October 31 and November 13. An employee tested positive for the virus, prompting the clinic to offer vaccines, which can prevent illness if administered within two weeks of exposure. The restaurant remains open, and the risk to the public is considered low. Health officials advise those exposed to get vaccinated and monitor for symptoms, while those already vaccinated do not need another dose.

health1 year ago

Hepatitis A Exposure at Milwaukee's Beans & Barley Prompts Vaccination Clinic

The Milwaukee Health Department has alerted the public that a Beans & Barley employee worked while infectious with Hepatitis A from October 31st to November 13th, potentially exposing customers. The employee is cooperating with health officials, and the restaurant remains open. Vaccinations are being offered to those potentially exposed, as the vaccine can prevent illness if administered within two weeks of exposure. Symptoms of Hepatitis A include fever, nausea, and jaundice, and can be prevented by proper hygiene practices.

health1 year ago

Milwaukee Confirms Hepatitis A Case, Vaccination Clinic Scheduled

A Beans & Barley employee in Milwaukee tested positive for Hepatitis A, leading the city's health department to offer emergency vaccinations for those potentially exposed between October 31 and November 13. The restaurant remains open as officials assure there is no ongoing risk. Vaccinations are available at the Northwest Health Center and other local facilities. Hepatitis A is a contagious liver infection preventable by vaccine, and those exposed are advised to get vaccinated within 14 days if not already protected.

health1 year ago

Milwaukee Hosts Vaccination Clinic After Hepatitis A Exposure at Local Eatery

The Milwaukee Health Department has confirmed a case of Hepatitis A involving an employee at Beans & Barley, a restaurant on Milwaukee's East Side. The employee worked while infectious from October 31 to November 13, but the restaurant remains open and safe. To prevent further spread, the health department is offering vaccinations to those potentially exposed, with a clinic scheduled for November 18. There is no ongoing risk to patrons who dined outside the specified timeframe.

health1 year ago

"Potential Hepatitis A Exposure at Penn Yan Restaurant Prompts Vaccination Clinics"

An employee at a restaurant in Penn Yan has been diagnosed with hepatitis A, potentially exposing patrons who dined there between March 27 and April 3. The establishment, Main Deck, has been cleared to remain open after an inspection. Yates County Public Health is offering a free clinic for potential exposure, urging patrons to monitor for symptoms and get vaccinated if necessary. Symptoms of hepatitis A include fever, fatigue, nausea, and jaundice. The exposure clinic will be held on April 18 at the Yates County Office Building.

health1 year ago

Potential Hepatitis A Exposure at Penn Yan Restaurant Prompts Vaccination Clinics

Residents of Yates County, particularly those who dined at the Main Deck restaurant between March 27 and April 12, are being warned of potential exposure to Hepatitis A. The restaurant is cooperating with health authorities, and a free vaccine clinic is being offered for those who ate there between April 4 and April 12. Residents who dined at the restaurant between March 27 and April 3 are advised to monitor themselves for symptoms and seek medical attention if necessary.

health1 year ago

"Hepatitis A Alert: Cases Linked to Pennsylvania Cracker Barrel Restaurants"

Health officials in Pennsylvania are advising Cracker Barrel diners who visited the Erie location between January 30 and February 21, 2024, to watch for symptoms of Hepatitis A after a confirmed case in an employee. The restaurant is working with health authorities to ensure safety, and customers are urged to be aware of symptoms and get vaccinated if they visited during the specified dates. The company has reassured that the incident is isolated to the Erie location, and the health department is setting up vaccine events for those potentially exposed.

health1 year ago

"Warning Issued for Hepatitis A Symptoms at Erie Cracker Barrel"

A case of Hepatitis A has been confirmed in an employee at a Cracker Barrel in Erie, Pennsylvania, prompting health officials to advise diners who visited the restaurant between January 30 and February 21, 2024, to watch for symptoms of the contagious liver disease. The restaurant has taken measures to ensure the safety of its guests and staff, and the health department is working to provide vaccinations and set up vaccine events for those potentially exposed.

health1 year ago

Hepatitis A Alert: Erie County Restaurant Diners Advised to Watch for Symptoms

Health officials in Erie County are advising individuals who dined at the Cracker Barrel at 7810 Interstate Drive to watch for symptoms of Hepatitis A after a confirmed case in a restaurant employee. Symptoms can appear two to seven weeks after exposure, and those who visited the restaurant between January 30 and February 21, 2024, are urged to be vigilant. Cracker Barrel has taken measures to ensure the safety of guests and staff at the affected location, and the health department is providing vaccinations and setting up vaccine events for those potentially exposed.

health1 year ago

"Erie County Restaurant Worker Diagnosed with Hepatitis A"

A case of Hepatitis A has been identified in a restaurant worker at Cracker Barrel in Erie County, prompting the health department to advise customers who visited the restaurant between Jan. 30 and Feb. 21 to watch for symptoms and seek medical attention if necessary. Dine-in and take-out customers from Feb. 10 to 21 are urged to get the hepatitis A vaccine as a precaution. The restaurant is following cleaning and employee health guidelines, and anyone with questions can contact the Erie County Health Department or Pennsylvania Department of Health.