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Daycare center in Rostock: All clear after suspected EHEC in small children!
The all-clear in Rostock: No Ehec bacteria were found in daycare children. Current cases and diagnoses in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania.
Daycare center in Rostock: All clear after suspected EHEC in small children!
Concern for the health of the little ones has caused a stir in Kavelstorf near Rostock in recent days. Nine infants were brought to the emergency room of the clinic due to severe vomiting and diarrhea as an infection with EHEC bacteria was suspected. This was confirmed by the Rostock district, which has now given the all-clear. The suspicion was not confirmed by the children tested - no EHEC infections could be detected. That's what he reports Northern Courier.
The excitement was not unfounded. In the last few days, a total of 17 EHEC cases have been recorded in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, primarily affecting children and young people. The health experts at the State Office for Health and Social Affairs confirmed that noroviruses are also being considered as possible pathogens. These dangers make rapid diagnosis even more important, as the infection can lead to serious complications.
Evaluation of the samples and possible causes
The samples from the affected children will be examined for other pathogens at the Rostock University Medical Center at the beginning of next week. The health department is already preparing for new figures that will be published next Monday. Among the EHEC cases already reported, hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) has been diagnosed in five infected people. This is a serious condition that can lead to kidney failure and blood clotting disorders n-tv.de.
EHEC bacteria, or enterohemorrhagic Escherichia coli, can be transmitted through contaminated foods, particularly meat and raw foods. Experts warn that there are also signs of cases in Belgium, where around 20 people in retirement homes also contracted EHEC - five of whom have unfortunately died. It is suspected that contaminated food was also the source here.
Protective measures and further information
To counteract such dangers, the Robert Koch Institute (RKI) recommends preventive measures: These include avoiding contact with animals, preparing food safely and practicing thorough hygiene. The latest information on EHEC and other infectious diseases is available here RKI guide to read. There, experts and the public also receive information on diagnostics and therapy.
The situation surrounding EHEC remains tense and the upcoming results from the test laboratories are eagerly awaited. While the all-clear can be given in Kavelstorf for the time being, health education and protective measures remain essential for everyone, especially children.