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Irish Daily Mirror
a day ago
- Health
- Irish Daily Mirror
Man dies after eating broccoli sandwich as health officials launch major recall
A man has died and nine other people have been hospitalised in Italy after they ate a sandwich which contained 'contaminated' broccoli, with a mass recall now underway. Artist and musician Luigi Di Sarno, 52, collapsed and couldn't be saved after buying a broccoli and sausage sandwich from food truck on the Diamante seafront in the province of Cosenza. The other victims, said to include two teenagers, were all taken to the intensive care unit of Annunziata Hospital in the town. Those needing treatment are understood to include members of tragic Mr Di Sarno's family, with two of the patients reportedly still in a very serious condition. It comes amid a growing botulism outbreak caused by the toxins produced by Clostridium botulinum bacteria, Mirror UK reports. There are as-yet unconfirmed reports that a 38-year-old woman has died after she ate a taco with guacamole at a kiosk at the festival in the Cagliari. The country is on high alert after the Paola Public Prosecutor's Office demanding an 'immediate seizure of a commercial product'. Calabria Region's Department of Health and Welfare said: "The emergency procedure established in these cases has been activated, which requires immediate notification to the Poison Control Center in Pavia, the only national centre designated for the management of botulism. "No region or hospital in the country is authorised to store the antivenom in their own facilities. This serum, however, is exclusively available to the Ministry of Health, which holds it in designated secure locations and distributes it only through the Lombardy Poison Control Centre. "The first two vials, used for the first patients, were sent directly from the Military Pharmacy in Taranto. However, as the number of cases increased, additional supplies became necessary. "Yesterday, the Calabria Region, through Azienda Zero, provided a 118 aircraft that flew to the San Camillo Hospital in Rome, where the ministry had centralised additional vials of the antivenom to facilitate distribution." A friend of Mr Di Sarno paid tribute to him on social media. They wrote: "The world loses once again a beautiful person, leaving a void in all those who truly cared for him. We had rare encounters in recent times but mutual respect never waned, we had a beer pending and many stories to share. It will be for another world, rest in peace!" The infected broccoli comes days after eight people are said to have fell ill with botulism after eating infected guacamole at a festival in Sardinia late last month. A boy, 11, remains in intensive care at the Gemelli Polyclinic in Rome after being rushed by helicopter from Cagliari. The mayor of Diamante, Achille Ordine, asks not to 'create panic' following the outbreak as the Public Prosecutor's Office of Paola investigating. The ASP of Cosenza has placed a health block on the activity 'as a precautionary measure'. Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest news from the Irish Mirror direct to your inbox: Sign up here.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Health
- Time of India
Deadly botulism outbreak due to broccoli in Italy leaves one dead, nine hospitalized — what to know
A fatal case of suspected botulism has sparked a nationwide broccoli recall in Italy after a man died and nine others were hospitalized following meals from the same food truck. Authorities say the outbreak, traced to broccoli in oil used in sandwiches, has raised urgent food safety concerns and triggered seizures of contaminated products. Local media report that the victim, 52-year-old artist and musician Luigi Di Sarno, was on holiday with his family in Calabria when he purchased a broccoli and sausage sandwich from a vendor on the Diamante seafront in Cosenza province. Soon after eating, Di Sarno fell severely ill while driving home and died before reaching the hospital on Thursday. His family, two women in their 40s and two 17-year-olds, also became sick and required emergency treatment at Annunziata Hospital in Cosenza. Medical staff told reporters the patients showed signs consistent with botulism, a rare but potentially deadly illness caused by toxins produced by Clostridium botulinum bacteria. Two of Di Sarno's relatives were in serious condition upon arrival at the intensive care unit, according to hospital sources. The Paola Public Prosecutor's Office has ordered the seizure of broccoli jars in oil and impounded the food truck linked to the outbreak. An autopsy is being finalized to determine the exact cause of death, but local outlets report botulism is strongly suspected. Second suspected botulism outbreak in Italy The tragedy comes just days after a separate botulism scare in Sardinia, where eight people were hospitalized after consuming guacamole from a Mexican food stand at Fiesta Latina, held in Monserrato between July 22 and 25. Local authorities believe the dip may have been contaminated with the same toxin. To respond to both incidents, health officials have flown in vials of antitoxin serum to treat patients. They said, "No region or hospital in the country is authorised to store the antivenom in their own facilities. This serum, however, is exclusively available to the Ministry of Health, which holds it in designated secure locations and distributes it only through the Lombardy Poison Control Centre." Authorities continue to investigate both outbreaks while urging consumers to avoid eating recalled broccoli products. What is botulism? Botulism is a rare yet dangerous illness caused by a toxin that targets the body's nerves and can lead to life-threatening complications. The toxin is produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. It can develop from contaminated food, infected wounds, or, in infants, when bacterial spores grow in the intestines. Sometimes, botulism can occur when excessive amounts of botulinum toxin are injected for cosmetic or medical purposes. This uncommon type is known as iatrogenic botulism, with 'iatrogenic' referring to a condition caused by medical treatment or examination. The symptoms of foodborne botulism include Trouble swallowing or speaking, dry mouth, facial weakness on both sides of the face, blurred or double vision, drooping eyelids, trouble breathing, nausea, vomiting, and paralysis.
Irish Daily Mirror
3 days ago
- Health
- Irish Daily Mirror
One dead and nine in hospital after eating contaminated sandwich
A man has tragically lost his life with nine others rushed to hospital in Italy after consuming a sandwich containing 'contaminated' broccoli, sparking a widespread product recall. Artist and musician Luigi Di Sarno, 52, collapsed and could not be revived after purchasing a broccoli and sausage sandwich from a food truck along the Diamante seafront in Cosenza province. The casualties, believed to include two teenagers, were all admitted to the intensive care unit at Annunziata Hospital in the town. Among those requiring urgent medical attention are understood to be members of Mr Di Sarno's devastated family, with two patients reportedly remaining in an extremely critical condition. The incident occurs against the backdrop of an escalating botulism outbreak triggered by toxins from Clostridium botulinum bacteria, reports the Mirror. Entire family of five killed in horror rental car crash in Portugal This follows a doctor's stark warning to individuals who consume even a 'single cup of tea'. Unverified reports suggest a 38 year old woman has also perished after eating a taco with guacamole at a festival kiosk in Cagliari. The nation remains on heightened alert following the Paola Public Prosecutor's Office's demand for the 'immediate seizure of a commercial product'. The Calabria Region's Department of Health and Welfare stated: "The emergency procedure established in these cases has been activated, which requires immediate notification to the Poison Control Center in Pavia, the only national centre designated for the management of botulism. Giant sandwich with salsicce e friarielli - sausages and broccoli - neapolitan food (Image: Getty Images/iStockphoto) An urgent broccoli recall has been launched following the man's death (Image: Facebook) "No region or hospital in the country is authorised to store the antivenom in their own facilities. This serum, however, is exclusively available to the Ministry of Health, which holds it in designated secure locations and distributes it only through the Lombardy Poison Control Centre. "The first two vials, used for the first patients, were sent directly from the Military Pharmacy in Taranto. However, as the number of cases increased, additional supplies became necessary. "Yesterday, the Calabria Region, through Azienda Zero, provided a 118 aircraft that flew to the San Camillo Hospital in Rome, where the ministry had centralised additional vials of the antivenom to facilitate distribution." A friend of Mr Di Sarno paid tribute to him on social media, writing: "The world loses once again a beautiful person, leaving a void in all those who truly cared for him. "We had rare encounters in recent times but mutual respect never waned, we had a beer pending and many stories to share. It will be for another world, rest in peace!". The contaminated broccoli incident comes just days after eight people reportedly fell ill with botulism after consuming tainted guacamole at a festival in Sardinia late last month. An 11 year old boy remains in intensive care at the Gemelli Polyclinic in Rome after being airlifted from Cagliari. The mayor of Diamante, Achille Ordine, has urged people not to 'create panic' in the wake of the outbreak, while the Public Prosecutor's Office of Paola is conducting an investigation. The ASP of Cosenza has imposed a health block on the activity 'as a precautionary measure'. Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest news from the Irish Mirror direct to your inbox: Sign up here.
Daily Record
4 days ago
- Health
- Daily Record
Man dies and nine others rushed to hospital after eating 'contaminated' broccoli sandwich
The artist and musician is one of ten people who have been affected. Ten people have been struck down after eating 'contaminated' broccoli, with one man dying and nine rushed to hospital - sparking an investigation and a mass recall. Luigi Di Sarno passed away after buying a broccoli and sausage sandwich from a food truck. The 52-year-old purchased the snack in Cosenza, Italy. The artist and musician collapsed and couldn't be saved after eating the sandwich, which he had got at the prvince's Diamante seafront. The Mirror reports the victims, said to include two teenagers, were all taken to the intensive care unit of Annunziata Hospital in the town. Those needing treatment are understood to include members of tragic Mr Di Sarno's family, with two of the patients reportedly still in a very serious condition. It comes amid a growing botulism outbreak caused by the toxins produced by Clostridium botulinum bacteria. It came after a doctor's warning to people who drink even a 'single cup of tea'. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. There are as-yet unconfirmed reports that a 38-year-old woman has died after she ate a taco with guacamole at a kiosk at the festival in the Cagliari. The country is on high alert after the Paola Public Prosecutor's Office demanding an 'immediate seizure of a commercial product'. Calabria Region's Department of Health and Welfare said: "The emergency procedure established in these cases has been activated, which requires immediate notification to the Poison Control Center in Pavia, the only national centre designated for the management of botulism. "No region or hospital in the country is authorised to store the antivenom in their own facilities. This serum, however, is exclusively available to the Ministry of Health, which holds it in designated secure locations and distributes it only through the Lombardy Poison Control Centre. The first two vials, used for the first patients, were sent directly from the Military Pharmacy in Taranto. "However, as the number of cases increased, additional supplies became necessary. Yesterday, the Calabria Region, through Azienda Zero, provided a 118 aircraft that flew to the San Camillo Hospital in Rome, where the ministry had centralised additional vials of the antivenom to facilitate distribution." A friend of Mr Di Sarno paid tribute to him on social media. They wrote: "The world loses once again a beautiful person, leaving a void in all those who truly cared for him. We had rare encounters in recent times but mutual respect never waned, we had a beer pending and many stories to share. It will be for another world, rest in peace!" The infected broccoli comes days after eight people are said to have fell ill with botulism after eating infected guacamole at a festival in Sardinia late last month. A boy, 11, remains in intensive care at the Gemelli Polyclinic in Rome after being rushed by helicopter from Cagliari. The mayor of Diamante, Achille Ordine, also asked for people not to 'create panic' following the outbreak as the Public Prosecutor's Office of Paola are now investigating the incidents. The ASP of Cosenza has placed a health block on the activity 'as a precautionary measure'.
Daily Mirror
4 days ago
- Health
- Daily Mirror
Urgent broccoli recall as man dies and nine hospitalised after eating sandwich
Broccoli has been recalled across Italy following the death of Luigi Di Sarno, who died after eating a sandwich with members of his family still in intensive care A man has died with nine others rushed to hospital in Italy after they ate a sandwich which contained 'contaminated' broccoli, with a mass recall now underway. Artist and musician Luigi Di Sarno, 52, collapsed and couldn't be saved after buying a broccoli and sausage sandwich from food truck on the Diamante seafront in the province of Cosenza. The victims, said to include two teenagers, were all taken to the intensive care unit of Annunziata Hospital in the town. Those needing treatment are understood to include members of tragic Mr Di Sarno's family, with two of the patients reportedly still in a very serious condition. It comes amid a growing botulism outbreak caused by the toxins produced by Clostridium botulinum bacteria. It happens after a doctor's warning to people who drink even a 'single cup of tea'. There are as-yet unconfirmed reports that a 38-year-old woman has died after she ate a taco with guacamole at a kiosk at the festival in the Cagliari. The country is on high alert after the Paola Public Prosecutor's Office demanding an 'immediate seizure of a commercial product'. Calabria Region's Department of Health and Welfare said: "The emergency procedure established in these cases has been activated, which requires immediate notification to the Poison Control Center in Pavia, the only national centre designated for the management of botulism. "No region or hospital in the country is authorised to store the antivenom in their own facilities. This serum, however, is exclusively available to the Ministry of Health, which holds it in designated secure locations and distributes it only through the Lombardy Poison Control Centre. "The first two vials, used for the first patients, were sent directly from the Military Pharmacy in Taranto. However, as the number of cases increased, additional supplies became necessary. "Yesterday, the Calabria Region, through Azienda Zero, provided a 118 aircraft that flew to the San Camillo Hospital in Rome, where the ministry had centralised additional vials of the antivenom to facilitate distribution." A friend of Mr Di Sarno paid tribute to him on social media. They wrote: "The world loses once again a beautiful person, leaving a void in all those who truly cared for him. "We had rare encounters in recent times but mutual respect never waned, we had a beer pending and many stories to share. It will be for another world, rest in peace!" The infected broccoli comes days after eight people are said to have fell ill with botulism after eating infected guacamole at a festival in Sardinia late last month. A boy, 11, remains in intensive care at the Gemelli Polyclinic in Rome after being rushed by helicopter from Cagliari. The mayor of Diamante, Achille Ordine, asks not to 'create panic' following the outbreak as the Public Prosecutor's Office of Paola investigating. The ASP of Cosenza has placed a health block on the activity 'as a precautionary measure'.
