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The CDC and FDA confirmed a multistate hepatitis A outbreak linked to imported frozen black clams, affecting 37 people across four states. Thirty patients required hospitalization, with no deaths reported. The outbreak is tied to La Serranita brand shell meat from Ecuador, which was recalled in April 2026. Illness onset dates span from late 2025 to mid-2026, highlighting the long incubation period of the virus.
Public Health Wales is offering free Hepatitis A vaccines to children five and under in Barry after an outbreak with 11 confirmed cases since December 2025; vaccines will be administered at Barry Hospital from 18–22 August 2026, with invitations sent by Cardiff and Vale University Health Board. Officials say vaccinating young children helps prevent transmission and protect families and the wider community, and the vaccine is safe and widely used.
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.
A hepatitis A outbreak has been reported at The Red Inn in Provincetown, Massachusetts, linked to a food service employee, with health officials advising those who ate there between April 30 and May 15 to seek medical attention and consider vaccination, as the restaurant remains open and the infected employee is recovering.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Yates County officials warn of potential hepatitis A exposure at the Main Deck restaurant between March 27 and April 12, advising customers to check their immunization status and offering a free vaccine clinic on April 18. The virus is highly contagious, but the risk of transfer is low, and the vaccine is only effective within two weeks of exposure.
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.
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.