How Does Lettuce Get Infected With E. Coli? Three Ways It Can Enter the Food Chain

An E. coli outbreak that has infected more than 200 people has been linked to lettuce. Although it is “too early to determine” how the lettuce leaves could have become contaminated with the bacteria, the Food Standards Agency (FSA) said it is confident it is the source. The FSA has not revealed whether the lettuce … Read more

At least 86 people have been hospitalized due to an E. coli outbreak linked to lettuce

At least 86 people are now hospitalized due to an E. coli outbreak linked to lettuce, health officials said. Data from the UK Health Security Agency shows that there had been a further 45 cases of infection on Tuesday this week, bringing the number of confirmed victims in the UK to 256. All those affected … Read more

Every sandwich, wrap and salad pulled from shelves due to E.coli fears – see list

A huge number of sandwiches, wraps and salads are being recalled due to the worsening E.coli outbreak. In the latest outbreak, 211 cases have been confirmed so far, with at least 67 people requiring hospital treatment. Some of Britain’s biggest retailers, including Aldi, Asda, Sainsbury’s and Tesco, have been forced to issue recalls. Health officials … Read more