Wisconsin E. Coli Outbreak: 9 Sick, 1 Child Dead, Investigators Seek Source
Our E. coli attorneys are investigating a Wisconsin E. coli outbreak that has killed a 20-month old child and sickened nine other people. Two victims of this outbreak have developed hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS), a severe complication of E. coli poisoning which can lead to kidney failure and can cause seizures, strokes, heart failure, hypertension, pancreatitis and other life-threatening medical problems. Our attorneys have handled many of these cases and held companies accountable for the illnesses and wrongful death caused by contaminated food.
State and local health officials from the Green County Health Department are investigating the E. coli O157:H7 infections in Green County, and others reportedly scattered around the county, according to the story. The Wisconsin E. coli outbreak began in mid-August and continued into September. A source of the outbreak has not yet been identified.
E. coli O157:H7 infections are particularly dangerous in children and the elderly. Symptoms of an E. coli O157:H7 infection may include stomach cramping, mild fever, vomiting, nausea and bloody diarrhea.
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Pritzker Olsen E. coli attorneys have a national practice and have won millions for E. coli victims throughout the United States, including Wisconsin. Green County cities and towns: Albany, Brodhead, Brooklyn, Browntown, Juda, Monroe, Monticello, and New Glarus. Green County is south of Madison, WI.
News Source: http://www.jsonline.com/features/health/129853283.html
