Kate Maxwell is questioning why a kitchen that was suspected to be the source of the E. coli outbreak in a Calgary daycare was allowed to continue operating despite multiple inspections. Maxwell’s son was affected by the outbreak and she believes that more needs to be done to enforce regulations and guidelines. Law professors in …
For the first time since the E. coli outbreak started in Calgary daycares more than two weeks ago, no new cases have been added to the tally. But parents hoping to get some relief to their pocketbooks are still waiting for the province to launch a web portal for applications to receive the promised “compassionate …
E. Coli Outbreak in Calgary Daycares Shows Signs of Leveling Off The number of E. coli cases linked to an outbreak in Calgary daycares that began in late August seems to be reaching a plateau, according to Alberta Health Services (AHS). AHS considers this to be a positive sign that the initial wave of infections …
E. coli infections are causing widespread sickness among children in daycare centers in Calgary. The bacteria act like acid on the wall of a person’s intestines, which can lead to kidney failure, bloody diarrhea, blood clots, and even death. This particular strain of E. coli, known as Shiga toxin-producing E. coli, is more dangerous than …
Update: This story was updated following the province’s clarification that six, not five, additional daycares were impacted. Calgary’s E. coli outbreak has now affected six more daycare sites, which have been ordered to shut down by Alberta Health Services. Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Mark Joffe, announced this development in a statement released just before midnight …
An E. coli outbreak at several daycares in Calgary has infected more than 300 people and sent more than 20 children to hospital. Many of those infected are children and have contracted hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS), a severe kidney complication. Dr. Iris Gorfinkel, a family physician, told Global News’ The Morning Show on Friday that …
An outbreak of E. coli that has affected hundreds has brought attention to the importance of food safety at daycares, according to experts. Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has promised to consider stricter regulations for shared kitchens in response to the outbreak, which has resulted in 337 confirmed cases of the bacterial infection. The investigation suggests …
Eleven days after an E. coli outbreak was declared in Calgary daycares, Alberta’s premier will be joining provincial and health officials for an update on the outbreak. It comes a day after parents and families affected by the outbreak sent an open letter to Premier Danielle Smith asking, “What are you going to do to …
The E. coli outbreak in Calgary-area daycares continues to grow, with a potential for further spread. Dr. Stephen Freedman of Alberta Children’s Hospital advises parents to ensure infected children wash their hands regularly to prevent the spread of fecal matter. The outbreak, which began on September 4, has resulted in 264 confirmed cases, mainly in …
An outbreak of E. coli infections has affected over 200 individuals, mostly children, at various day centers in Calgary. This is not the first major outbreak of this foodborne illness, which is caused by bacteria found in animal feces and can be transmitted to humans through undercooked meat, unpasteurized food, or contaminated water. An Outbreak …