E. Coli Outbreak in Calgary Sickens Hundreds, Leads to Charges
96 confirmed cases linked to outbreak
An ongoing E. coli outbreak in Calgary, Canada, has sickened hundreds of people, primarily children, and has led to charges being laid against a shared kitchen used by several daycares.
Investigation underway
Health officials have identified meatloaf and vegan loaf meals served at daycares as the likely source of the outbreak. The City of Calgary has laid charges against the shared kitchen for operating without the proper license.
Cases on the rise
As of Wednesday, there were 96 lab-confirmed cases linked to the outbreak, with the number expected to rise. Emergency departments at Calgary hospitals have been overwhelmed with children seeking treatment for the infectious disease.
Timeline of events
The outbreak began on September 4 and has since affected multiple Calgary-area daycare facilities. More than 350 people, primarily children, have been infected. At least 39 children and one adult have been hospitalized for severe illness.
The ongoing investigation is a reminder of the importance of food safety and the need for proper licensing and inspections of food-handling establishments.
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