Since June 12, in the agglomeration of Saint-Quentin, 29 cases have been recorded, 10 of them have developed a hemolytic and uremic syndrome (Shu), a serious complication affecting the kidneys. An 11 -year -old child died on June 16.
One more child was affected by severe digestive symptoms in Aisne, bringing 28 children and an elderly person the number of cases identified since June 12, the prefecture announced on Sunday, June 29, noting that it would be contamination “secondary”.
Since June 12, in the agglomeration of Saint-Quentin, “29 cases were recorded (28 children and 1 elderly), 10 of them have developed hemolytic and uremic syndrome (Shu)”serious complication affecting the kidneys, write the prefecture of Aisne and the Regional Health Agency (ARS) in a press release. An 11 -year -old child died on June 16.
Seven patients always hospitalized
Since the last point of situation, broadcast on Saturday evening, “A new case of child has been recorded” But like the previous two, “He did not declare the syndrome” And was able to regain his home. “As of June 29, seven patients remain hospitalized”continues the press release.
“According to investigations, the last two cases would result from contamination between people in the family circle”contamination “secondary” linked to “The hands transmission of bacteria present in the stools of sick people”.
The prefecture and the ARS recall the importance of hand washing, which “Must be systematic before the preparation of meals or after a visit to the toilet”.
Friday, they announced that the analyzes carried out in butcheries suspected of being behind this series of poisoning had confirmed traces of contamination by the bacteria E.coli.
Open preliminary investigation
The activity of five of the six establishments which had been closed preventively by the authorities remained “Suspended”while the butchery department of a supermarket could resume its activity.
On June 21, the Saint-Quentin prosecutor’s office opened a preliminary investigation by manslaughter, involuntary injuries, endangering and deception aggravated by the endangerment of human health.
The public health center of the Paris prosecutor’s office then seized the investigation into these poisoning.
